Avionics Electronics Technician - 1st Shift (Onsite)

Collins Aerospace; Federal Way (WA); On-site; USD 48,000 - 91,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, and vision insurance

Three weeks vacation

Generous 401(k) plan

Job summary

Collins Aerospace, a RTX company, is hiring an Avionics Electronics Technician in Federal Way, WA. You will perform testing, troubleshooting, repair and modification of electronic avionics equipment in an FAA-regulated environment with supervision.

The role requires a HS diploma or AA/AS, 4+ years of relevant experience, and strong electronics background with troubleshooting expertise. Safety sensitive position with FAA-compliant drug testing. Onsite role offering competitive benefits.

Qualifications

• HS diploma or AA/AS degree and 4+ years of relevant experience.
• Electronics background or education with 2+ years in a manufacturing or service environment.
• Electronics maintenance experience or education.
• Prior experience troubleshooting electronics equipment.

Responsibilities

• Set up and operate precision test equipment for alignment, troubleshooting and testing of electrical equipment and systems.
• Follow written procedures and demonstrate proper use of hand tools and measuring devices.
• Follow blueprints, guidelines, and/or diagrams to ensure product specifications and tolerance levels are met.
• Troubleshooting and testing of repair units.
• Aligns and adjusts advanced electronic components on units being repaired to ensure proper functioning of electronic circuits.
• Utilize SAP and other MRO computer programs.
• Participate on project teams.
• Apply technical expertise in the evaluation, development, maintenance and use of complex products, devices, tests, or procedures under changing conditions where problem solving skills and judgments are required.
• Must be highly-motivated and dedicated to exceeding customer expectations.
• Relies on extensive experience and judgment to plan and accomplish goals.
• Utilize analytical skills and problem-solving abilities.
• Successfully work as a team member supporting work completion in a fast-paced environment.
• Conduct written and verbal communication with technicians, engineering, and leadership within the MRO.
• Responsible for a moderate level of planning.

Skills

Analytical skills

Problem solving

Team player

Communication

Education

HS diploma or AA/AS degree

Tools

SAP

Job description

Location

US-WA-FEDERAL WAY-32125 ~ 32125 32nd Ave S ~ L5 TECHNOLOGY CTR, Ste 110

Date Posted

2026-08-14

Country

United States of America

Location

US-WA-FEDERAL WAY-32125 ~ 32125 32nd Ave S ~ L5 TECHNOLOGY CTR, Ste 110

Position Role Type

Onsite

U.S. Citizen, U.S. Person, or Immigration Status Requirements

This job requires a U.S. Person. A U.S. Person is a lawful permanent resident as defined in 8 U.S.C. 1101(a)(20) or who is a protected individual as defined by 8 U.S.C. 1324b(a)(3). U.S. citizens, U.S. nationals, U.S. permanent residents, or individuals granted refugee or asylee status in the U.S. are considered U.S. persons. For a complete definition of “U.S. Person” go here. https://www.ecfr.gov/current/title-22/chapter-I/subchapter-M/part-120/subpart-C/section-120.62

Security Clearance Type

None/Not Required

Security Clearance Status

Not Required

At RTX, the world largest aerospace and defense company, 185,000 great minds are united by purpose and inspired to make a difference solving the world’s most complex problems. With our three market leading businesses, world-class operations and investments in research and development, we offer capabilities and opportunity no one else can. Together, we push the boundaries of known science and find new ways to connect and protect our world.

Collins Aerospace is a leader in technologically advanced, intelligent solutions that help redefine the aerospace and defense industry. With a comprehensive portfolio and deep technical expertise, we help customers meet the demands of the global market. Join us and help shape the future of aerospace and defense.

The Avionics Electronics Technician will participate in high-level technical work with little or no instruction. Responsible to perform testing, troubleshooting, repair, and modification of various moderate to complex electronic avionics equipment in an FAA regulated environment and in accordance with Collins Aerospace Workmanship and Quality Standards, including products returned from airlines, dealers, airframes and/or end users for service under close or general supervision.

What you will do

• Set up and operate precision test equipment for alignment, troubleshooting and testing of electrical equipment and systems. Possess a working knowledge of standard test equipment, oscilloscopes, ohmmeters, signal generators, spectrum analyzers, etc., as well as a working knowledge of custom made test equipment, including automated test equipment.


• Follow written procedures and demonstrate proper use of hand tools and measuring devices.


• Follow blueprints, guidelines, and/or diagrams to ensure product specifications and tolerance levels are met.


• Troubleshooting and testing of repair units.


• Aligns and adjusts advanced electronic components on units being repaired to ensure proper functioning of electronic circuits, utilizing established calibration procedures.


• Utilizes SAP and other MRO computer programs.


• Participate on project teams.


• Apply technical expertise in the evaluation, development, maintenance and use of complex products, devices, tests, or procedures under changing conditions where problem solving skills and judgments are required.


• Must be highly-motivated and dedicated to exceeding customer expectations.


• Relies on extensive experience and judgment to plan and accomplish goals.


• Utilize analytical skills and problem-solving abilities.


• Successfully work as a team member supporting work completion in a fast-paced environment.


• Conduct written and verbal communication with technicians, engineering, and leadership within the MRO.


• Responsible for a moderate level of planning.

This position is considered safety sensitive in accordance with FAA guidelines. Candidate will be subject to drug and alcohol testing per FAA’s regulation 14 CFR part 120, as well as 49 CFR part 40.

Qualifications you must have

• Typically requires a HS diploma or AA/AS degree (or other 2-year post high school training) with a minimum of 4 years of relevant experience.


• Must have an electronics background or education with 2+ years complimentary work history in a manufacturing or service environment.


• Electronics maintenance industry experience or education required.


• Must have prior experience troubleshooting electronics equipment.

Qualifications we prefer

• AAS degree in electronics and/or prior military experience strongly preferred.


• 2+ years experience with aviation electronic equipment repair or manufacturing is preferred.


• Experience reviewing CMM/SB documentation.


• Electronic maintenance industry experience.


• Testing/Troubleshooting experience.

Role type

• Please ensure the role type (defined below) is appropriate for your needs before applying to this role.

Onsite: Employees who are working in Onsite roles will work primarily onsite. This includes all production and maintenance employees, as they are essential to the development of our products.

Candidates will learn more about role type and current site status throughout the recruiting process. For onsite and hybrid roles, commuting to and from the assigned site is the employee’s personal responsibility.

What we offer

Some of our competitive benefits package includes:

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance.


• Three weeks of vacation for newly hired employees.


• Generous 401(k) plan that includes employer matching funds and separate employer retirement contribution, including a Lifetime Income Strategy option.


• Tuition reimbursement program.


• Student Loan Repayment Program.


• Life insurance and disability coverage.


• Optional coverages you can buy pet insurance, home and auto insurance, additional life and accident insurance,critical illnessinsurance, group legal, ID theft protection.


• Birth, adoption, parental leave benefits.


• Ovia Health, fertility, and family planning.


• Adoption Assistance.


• Autism Benefit.


• Employee Assistance Plan, including up to 10 free counseling sessions.


• Healthy You Incentives, wellness rewards program.


• Doctor on Demand, virtual doctor visits.


• Bright Horizons, child and elder care services.


• Teladoc Medical Experts, second opinion program.


• And more!

The salary range for this role is 47,700 USD - 90,900 USD. The salary range provided is a good faith estimate representative of all experience levels. RTX considers several factors when extending an offer, including but not limited to, the role, function and associated responsibilities, a candidate’s work experience, location, education/training, and key skills.

Hired applicants may be eligible for benefits, including but not limited to, medical, dental, vision, life insurance, short-term disability, long-term disability, 401(k) match, flexible spending accounts, flexible work schedules, employee assistance program, Employee Scholar Program, parental leave, paid time off, and holidays. Specific benefits are dependent upon the specific business unit as well as whether or not the position is covered by a collective-bargaining agreement.

Hired applicants may be eligible for annual short-term and/or long-term incentive compensation programs depending on the level of the position and whether or not it is covered by a collective-bargaining agreement. Payments under these annual programs are not guaranteed and are dependent upon a variety of factors including, but not limited to, individual performance, business unit performance, and/or the company’s performance.

This role is a U.S.-based role. If the successful candidate resides in a U.S. territory, the appropriate pay structure and benefits will apply.

RTX anticipates the application window closing approximately 40 days from the date the notice was posted. However, factors such as candidate flow and business necessity may require RTX to shorten or extend the application window.

RTX is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability or veteran status, or any other applicable state or federal protected class. RTX provides affirmative action in employment for qualified Individuals with a Disability and Protected Veterans in compliance with Section 503 of the Rehabilitation Act and the Vietnam Era Veterans’ Readjustment Assistance Act.