Avionics Manager

Bighorn Airways Inc; Sheridan (WY); On-site; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Dental insurance

401(k) match

Paid time off

Career growth

Job summary

Bighorn Airways Inc. is seeking an Avionics Manager in Sheridan, WY to lead the avionics department, oversee projects, and ensure FAA/compliance with company standards.

The role focuses on strategic planning, personnel development, and operational excellence across a diverse mission profile. The ideal candidate will have strong leadership, 5+ years in avionics, and a technical degree or equivalent experience.

Qualifications

• Minimum 5 years of avionics experience.
• Installation and line troubleshooting experience.
• Strong leadership and communication skills.
• Technical degree preferred.

Responsibilities

• Lead daily avionics operations and project execution.
• Mentor and develop avionics technicians.
• Ensure compliance with FAA and company standards.
• Oversee troubleshooting, testing, repairs, and installations.
• Develop customer proposals and project estimates.
• Coordinate tooling, materials, and equipment.
• Support strategic planning and departmental goals.

Skills

Avionics experience

Troubleshooting

Leadership

Technical degree

Education

Technical degree preferred

Job description

Bighorn Airways is a diversified aviation company operating a fleet of aircraft supporting U.S. Government smokejumper and para-cargo missions in Alaska, the lower 48 states, and overseas operations. As a DoD-approved air carrier, Bighorn Airways has built a strong reputation for reliability, safety, and operational excellence over more than five decades in Wyoming and the Inter-Mountain West.

Position Summary

The Avionics Manager is responsible for overall avionics department operations including personnel management, technical and strategic planning, project planning, estimates, and technical oversight of avionics activities.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead daily avionics operations and project execution
• Mentor and develop avionics technicians
• Ensure compliance with FAA and company standards
• Oversee troubleshooting, testing, repairs, and installations
• Develop customer proposals and project estimates
• Coordinate tooling, materials, and equipment
• Support strategic planning and departmental goals

Qualifications

• Minimum 5 years of avionics experience
• Installation and line troubleshooting experience
• Strong leadership and communication skills
• Technical degree preferred

What We Offer

• Comprehensive health, dental, vision, and life insurance
• 401(k) with company match and supplemental insurance options
• Paid vacation, sick time, and holidays
• Career growth opportunities in a safety-driven, mission-focused organization

Sheridan offers no state income tax, excellent schools, access to outdoor recreation in the Bighorn Mountains, and a vibrant cultural community.

Equal Opportunity Employer

Bighorn Airways is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Employment decisions are made without regard to legally protected status and are based on qualifications, merit, business needs, and applicable law.