Avionics Installer 32 To 40 An Hour

Aerotek; Kentucky; On-site; USD 44,000 - 69,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, vision

401(k) plan with company match

Paid time off with holiday pay

Job summary

Aerotek is seeking an Avionics Installer/Install Technician for a contract-to-hire role in Vandalia, OH. You will install, troubleshoot, and repair avionics systems on corporate aircraft, including Honeywell, Collins, and Garmin.

You’ll work on Citation, Hawker, Gulfstream, King Air, and Piper platform types, follow FAA safety rules in hangar environments, and collaborate with maintenance and engineering teams to complete installations and documentation.

Qualifications

• Experience installing and troubleshooting avionics systems on corporate aircraft.
• Ability to read and follow maintenance manuals and regulatory requirements.
• Proficient in wiring, terminations, and harness routing for aircraft installations.
• Strong documentation and safety compliance in a hangar environment.

Responsibilities

• Install avionics communication and navigation systems on corporate aircraft.
• Troubleshoot avionics systems to diagnose and repair issues.
• Repair and modify avionics electrical systems per manuals and regs.
• Perform wiring and harness routing for new installations and upgrades.
• Conduct functional checks to verify system operation and specs.
• Collaborate with maintenance and engineering on installation projects.
• Maintain installation records and test results, ensuring accuracy.

Skills

Avionics installation

Troubleshooting

Wiring & harness routing

Documentation

Safety compliance

Tools

Honeywell avionics

Garmin avionics

Collins avionics

Sheet metal fabrication

Job description

Job Description

Job Title: Avionics Installer / Avionics Install Technician

This contract role focuses on troubleshooting, installing, and repairing avionics communication and navigation systems on corporate aircraft. The position supports a diverse fleet that includes Citation, Hawker, Gulfstream, King Air, and Piper aircraft. The initial assignment runs for 2–4 months, with the potential to extend to a 6‑month contract and transition to a direct hire role with relocation support for the right candidate.

Responsibilities

• Install avionics communication and navigation systems on corporate aircraft, including Honeywell, Collins, and Garmin systems.
• Troubleshoot avionics systems and components to diagnose issues accurately and restore proper functionality.
• Repair and modify avionics electrical systems in accordance with technical data, maintenance manuals, and regulatory requirements.
• Perform avionics wiring, terminations, and harness routing to support new installations and system upgrades.
• Conduct functional checks of installed avionics systems to verify proper operation and compliance with specifications.
• Work on a variety of corporate aircraft platforms, including Citation, Hawker, Gulfstream, King Air, and Piper models.
• Collaborate with maintenance and engineering teams to plan and execute avionics installation projects efficiently.
• Utilize sheet metal fabrication skills to support avionics installations, including mounting brackets, panels, and structural modifications where required.
• Maintain accurate documentation of work performed, including installation records, test results, and troubleshooting findings.
• Follow all FAA and DOT safety-sensitive requirements, as well as internal safety procedures, while working in an aircraft hangar environment.
• Keep the work area clean and organized, ensuring tools, equipment, and materials are properly maintained and stored.
• Support continuous improvement efforts by identifying opportunities to enhance installation processes and system reliability.

Why Work Here?

Join a growing, dynamic, and vertically integrated aviation services organization that offers long-term career opportunities and a supportive team culture. You will work with a diverse fleet and advanced avionics systems while benefiting from a comprehensive benefits package that includes medical, dental, vision, and life insurance, a 401(k) plan with company match, and paid time off with holiday pay. The company values stability, professional growth, and developing long-term team members in a clean, well-organized hangar environment.

Job Type & Location

This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Vandalia, OH.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $32.00 - $50.00/hr.

Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits available for this temporary role may include the following: Medical, dental & vision Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital 401(k) Retirement Plan – Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents) Short and long-term disability Health Spending Account (HSA) Transportation benefits Employee Assistance Program Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave).

Workplace Type

This is a fully onsite position in Vandalia,OH.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Aug 21, 2026.

The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regards to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any char