Avionics Electronics Technician (RF Specialist) - 1st Shift (Onsite)

Prattwhitney; Ocala (FL); On-site; USD 58,000 - 111,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, and vision insurance

Three weeks of vacation

401(k) plan with employer matching

Job summary

RTX’s Avionics Technician position focuses on ensuring the reliability of avionics equipment for global aerospace operations. You will diagnose, test, and repair electronic systems, with emphasis on safety and FAA-related guidelines.

Typical shift is 1st shift, 6:00 AM to 2:30 PM, onsite in the U.S. The role requires significant electronics maintenance experience, RF knowledge, and meticulous attention to industry standards.

Qualifications

• Typically requires AA/AS degree (or other 2-year post high school training) with a minimum of 6 years of relevant experience.
• Experience in troubleshooting electronics equipment.
• Experience in radiofrequency systems and components.
• Electronics maintenance industry experience or education required.

Responsibilities

• Perform testing, troubleshooting, repair, and modification of moderate to complex avionics equipment.
• Set up and operate precision test equipment for alignment, troubleshooting, and testing of electrical systems.
• Utilize standard and custom-made test equipment, including oscilloscopes, ohmmeters, signal generators, spectrum analyzers, and automated test systems.
• Analyze circuitry, physically inspect wiring, and identify malfunction sources during testing of components, equipment, or systems.
• Conduct functional tests to verify operation and calibration of test stations, components, and systems.
• Perform electrical and mechanical repair operations, including disassembly, assembly, and installation of modifications as outlined in service bulletins or authorized documentation.

Skills

Electronics troubleshooting

RF systems

Maintenance experience

Education

AA/AS degree or equivalent

Tools

Oscilloscopes

Multimeters

Signal generators

Job description

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.

About RTX

At RTX, the world’s 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.

Role Overview

As an Avionics Technician, you will play a critical role in ensuring the functionality and reliability of avionics equipment that supports global aerospace operations. You will contribute to the maintenance, troubleshooting, and repair of electronic systems, ensuring compliance with industry standards and regulations. This is a 1st Shift position with the following hours: Monday through Friday, 6:00 AM-2:30 PM.

What You Will Do

Perform testing, troubleshooting, repair, and modification of moderate to complex avionics equipment. Set up and operate precision test equipment for alignment, troubleshooting, and testing of electrical systems. Utilize standard and custom-made test equipment, including oscilloscopes, ohmmeters, signal generators, spectrum analyzers, and automated test systems. Analyze circuitry, physically inspect wiring, and identify malfunction sources during testing of components, equipment, or systems. Conduct functional tests to verify operation and calibration of test stations, components, and systems. Perform electrical and mechanical repair operations, including disassembly, assembly, and installation of modifications as outlined in service bulletins or authorized documentation. Ensure compliance with Collins Aerospace workmanship and quality standards. 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 – Must Have

Typically requires AA/AS degree (or other 2-year post high school training) with a minimum of 6 years of relevant experience. Experience in troubleshooting electronics equipment. Experience in radiofrequency systems and components. Electronics maintenance industry experience or education required.

Qualifications – Preferred

FCC General Radiotelephone Operator License (GROL). Prior experience troubleshooting electronics to the component level. Prior soldering experience in a related environment.

Role Type and Site Expectations

*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

• 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 illness insurance, 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!

Avionics delivers advanced cockpit displays, vision systems, and comprehensive digital solutions for global government, commercial and business aviation customers.

As part of our commitment to maintaining a secure hiring process, candidates may be asked to attend select steps of the interview process in-person at one of our office locations, regardless of whether the role is designated as on- site, hybrid or remote.

The salary range for this role is 58,400 USD - 111,000 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.

Privacy Policy and Terms:

RTX is an aerospace and defense company that provides advanced systems and services for commercial, military and government customers worldwide. It comprises three industry‑leading businesses – Collins Aerospace, Pratt & Whitney, and Raytheon. Its 195,000 employees enable the company to operate at the edge of known science as they imagine and deliver solutions that push the boundaries in quantum physics, electric propulsion, directed energy, hypersonics, avionics and cybersecurity. The company, formed in 2020 through the combination of Raytheon Company and the United Technologies Corporation aerospace businesses, is headquartered in Arlington, Virginia.