Avionics Technician

Aerotek; Atlanta (GA); On-site; USD 48,000 - 62,000; Full time

Job summary

Aerotek is seeking an Avionics Technician in Atlanta to build, test, and maintain high-reliability avionics hardware, including cable harnesses and flight electronics. You will interpret wiring diagrams, support rapid component integration, and ensure quality against strict schedules in a fast-paced environment.

You will collaborate with engineering, perform bench testing with DMMs/oscilloscopes, and travel to test sites up to 25% as needed.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• 3+ years building aerospace/cable harnesses.
• 2+ years using electronics test equipment.
• 3+ years using mechanical/electronic hand tools.
• Ability to read engineering drawings and schematics.
• Experience with calipers and tape measures.
• Strong written and verbal communication; team player.
• Willing to work evenings/weekends to meet deadlines.
• Ability to travel up to 25% for tests.

Responsibilities

• Interpret wiring diagrams, layouts, schematics to build and troubleshoot avionics systems.
• Build, test, and modify complex cable harnesses with detailed feedback.
• Construct high-reliability wire cables and perform fine-pitch PCB soldering/repair.
• Assist engineering in rapid iteration and integration of components and racks.
• Support unmanned pilot stations and ground systems in test/operational environments.
• Perform bench-level testing with DMMs, oscilloscopes, power supplies, and generators.
• Fabricate, assemble, and modify avionics structures with hand tools.
• Monitor progress and ensure quality and schedule adherence.
• Contribute to production process development and continuous improvement initiatives.
• Travel up to ~25% to support test operations and program milestones.
• Collaborate across teams to translate concepts into tested hardware.
• Perform aviation-related sheet metal tasks as needed for installations.

Skills

Reading wiring diagrams & schematics

Fine-pitch PCB soldering

Cable harness fabrication

Use of DMMs & oscilloscopes

Tooling & hand tools

Team collaboration

Willingness to travel up to 25%

Evenings/weekends flexibility

RF systems familiarity

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

Digital Multimeter (DMM)

Oscilloscope

Power Supply

Function Generator

Calipers

Job description

Job Title: Avionics Technician

This role focuses on building, testing, and maintaining highreliability avionics hardware, including complex cable harnesses, wire assemblies, and flight-related electronic systems. You will work closely with engineering and cross-functional teams to interpret technical documentation, support rapid integration and iteration of avionics components, and ensure that all hardware meets strict quality, reliability, and schedule requirements in a fast-paced, innovation-driven environment.

Responsibilities

• Interpret and work from wiring diagrams, layout drawings, schematics, and technical documentation to build and troubleshoot avionics systems.
• Build, test, and modify complex cable harnesses, providing detailed redlines and feedback to support drawing corrections and design improvements.
• Construct high-reliability wire cables and perform fine-pitch PCB soldering and repair to support flight and ground systems.
• Assist avionics engineering in the rapid iteration and integration of components, racks, and flight deck systems.
• Support the build and maintenance of unmanned pilot stations and ground systems, ensuring reliable operation in test and operational environments.
• Perform bench-level testing using standard electronic equipment such as digital multimeters, oscilloscopes, power supplies, and function generators.
• Use mechanical and electronics hand tools to fabricate, assemble, and modify avionics structures and components.
• Monitor task progress, report status, and ensure work meets established quality standards and schedule expectations.
• Contribute to initial production process development and continuous improvement initiatives to increase efficiency and consistency.
• Travel as needed, up to approximately 25%, to support test operations and major program milestones.
• Collaborate across multidisciplinary teams to transform concepts into tested and deployed hardware.
• Perform aviation-related structural and sheet metal tasks such as fabrication, repair, drilling, riveting, and aircraft modification as needed to support avionics installations.
• Apply strong attention to detail and accuracy when testing, documenting, and validating avionics systems and cable assemblies.
• Coordinate tasks and support informal project management activities to keep workstreams organized and aligned with program goals.

Essential Skills

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• 3+ years of experience building aerospace, automotive, or commercial-grade cable harnesses.
• 2+ years of experience using electronics test equipment such as digital multimeters, oscilloscopes, and power supplies.
• 3+ years of experience working with mechanical and electronics hand tools.
• Proficiency in reading and interpreting engineering drawings, wiring diagrams, and schematics.
• Experience using basic measurement tools such as calipers and tape measures.
• Demonstrated ability to fabricate and troubleshoot complex cable assemblies.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills with a collaborative mindset.
• Willingness to work evenings and weekends as needed to meet mission-critical deadlines.
• Ability to lift up to 25 lbs unassisted.
• Ability and willingness to travel to test sites as required, up to approximately 25%.
• Hands‑on avionics or aviation experience, including exposure to structures, airframes, sheet metal repair, heavy structures, aircraft modification, and fabrication.
• Experience with avionics systems and testing in an aviation environment.
• Comfort working with tools and processes such as drilling, riveting (including cherry max), and structural upsizing.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

• Experience supporting flight hardware in high-output production or research and development environments.
• PCB soldering and repair experience, including surface-mount and fine-pitch components.
• Familiarity with manufacturing and maintaining test systems and racks.
• Working knowledge of RF systems and electronic theory.
• Preferred experience integrating, troubleshooting, and maintaining complex aerospace RF, SATCOM, and IT systems.
• Proficiency in Linux for supporting and troubleshooting avionics and ground systems.
• Proficiency in advanced RF troubleshooting techniques.
• Proficiency in computer networking and related concepts.
• Prior experience maintaining operational remotely piloted aircraft ground control stations (RPA GCSs).
• Certifications such as IPC J-STD-001, IPC-610, IPC-620, NASA-STD-8739.4, or NCATT.
• Professional certifications such as CCNA and Security+.
• Strong attention to detail, accuracy, and adaptability in dynamic environments.
• Project coordination or informal project management experience.
• Experience working with supersonic or advanced aircraft modification programs is beneficial.

Why Work Here?

You will join a dynamic, start-up style environment where your ideas and opinions are genuinely valued and where you can directly influence cutting-edge aviation and supersonic aircraft programs. The organization offers competitive compensation, exposure to advanced modification work, and the opportunity to collaborate with highly skilled teammates on innovative projects. You will gain hands-on experience with modern avionics technologies while working in a culture that emphasizes collaboration, continuous improvement, and professional growth.

Work Environment

The work environment combines hands-on shop work with close collaboration alongside engineering and technical teams. The facility is partially climate controlled and can be warm during the summer months, but large fans help maintain airflow and comfort. Tools and equipment required to perform the job are provided, including standard electronic test equipment and mechanical hand tools. The atmosphere is highly collaborative, with frequent interaction across disciplines to solve problems and rapidly iterate on designs. Work hours may occasionally include evenings and weekends to support mission-critical deadlines and key test events, and some travel is required to support test operations and major program milestones. Attire is typical for a technical shop and lab setting, balancing safety, practicality, and comfort for hands-on avionics and structural work.

Job Type & Location

This is a Contract position based out of Atlanta, GA.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $35.00 - $45.00/hr.

Individual compensation offered for this position within this range will depend on many factors, including qualifications, skills, relevant experience, job knowledge, geographic location, internal equity, and other pertinent job‑related factors.

Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your jobclassification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may besubject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefitsavailable for this temporary role may include the following:

Medical, dental & visionCritical Illness, Accident, and Hospital401(k) Retirement Plan Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions availableLife Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents)Short and long-term disabilityHealth Spending Account (HSA)Transportation benefitsEmployee Assistance ProgramTime Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Nov 4, 2026.

Workplace Type

This is a fully onsite position in Atlanta,GA.

San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance:

Pursuant to the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, for all positions located in the city and county of San Francisco, we will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records.

Massachusetts Lie Detector:

It is unlawful in Massachusetts to require or administer a lie detector test as a condition of employment or continued employment. An employer who violates this law shall be subject to criminal penalties and civil liability.

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 characteristic protected by law.