Avionics Technician

Aerotek; False Pass (AK); On-site; USD 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Aerotek is seeking an experienced Avionics Technician to perform comprehensive maintenance, troubleshooting, repair, and installation on AW139 helicopters and other aircraft in a professional FAA repair station environment.

You will fabricate, route, terminate wire harnesses, diagnose complex avionics issues, and support integration of Garmin, Honeywell, and Cobham systems, collaborating with maintenance and engineering teams to ensure correct configuration and documentation.

Qualifications

• Minimum 4+ years of recent avionics experience in a maintenance/repair environment.
• Hands-on troubleshooting, maintenance, and installations.
• Ability to interpret wiring diagrams, schematics, and manuals.
• Experience with avionics systems on helicopters, including AW139.
• Experience with wire harness fabrication and testing.

Responsibilities

• Perform installation, troubleshooting, repair, and overhaul of avionics systems on AW139 helicopters and other aircraft.
• Follow FAA regulations and company procedures for maintenance and documentation.
• Fabricate, route, terminate, and test wire harnesses for avionics installations.
• Diagnose avionics issues using test equipment, diagrams, and manuals.
• Inspect, test, and repair avionics components such as transponders, navigation, and radar systems.
• Assist with integration of avionics equipment from manufacturers (Garmin, Honeywell, Cobham).
• Document maintenance work and maintain records per FAA and company standards.
• Maintain tools and shop equipment and observe safety protocols.
• Support heavy maintenance and completion projects with timely work.
• Collaborate with maintenance and engineering teams for proper configuration.

Skills

Avionics troubleshooting

FAA repair station

Wire harness fabrication

Overhaul & installation

AW139 experience

Education

FAA A&P certification

FCC General Radiotelephone Operator License (Radar endorsement)

Tools

Garmin avionics

Honeywell avionics

Cobham systems

Job description

Job Description

Job Description

Job Title: Avionics Technician Job Description

This role focuses on performing comprehensive avionics maintenance, repair, and installation work on helicopters, with a primary emphasis on AW139 aircraft. You will install, troubleshoot, and repair a wide range of avionics systems, including wire harness fabrication, in a professional FAA repair station environment. The position requires a hands-on technician who can work independently and as part of a team to support heavy maintenance and completion activities for a variety of aircraft platforms.

Responsibilities

• Perform installation, troubleshooting, repair, and overhaul of avionics systems on AW139 helicopters and other aircraft platforms as assigned.
• Carry out avionics maintenance and repairs in an FAA repair station environment, following all applicable regulations, procedures, and documentation requirements.
• Fabricate, route, and terminate wire harnesses and associated electrical components to support avionics installations and modifications.
• Diagnose and resolve complex avionics issues using appropriate test equipment, technical publications, wiring diagrams, and schematics.
• Inspect, repair, and test avionics components such as transponders, navigation and communication systems, radar systems, DME, and related equipment.
• Support completion and modification projects by installing and integrating avionics equipment from manufacturers such as Garmin, Honeywell, and Cobham.
• Collaborate with maintenance and engineering teams to ensure accurate configuration, integration, and functionality of avionics systems.
• Document all work performed in accordance with FAA and company requirements, including maintenance records, work orders, and inspection reports.
• Maintain and properly use personal basic tools and shop equipment to perform daily tasks safely and efficiently.
• Work overtime as needed to support maintenance schedules, aircraft delivery timelines, and customer requirements.
• Adhere to safety protocols and quality standards while working in a heavy maintenance and completion environment.
• Assist with troubleshooting and maintenance on other helicopter and fixed-wing platforms, including AgustaWestland, Bell, Sikorsky, Airbus, Boeing, and various corporate and regional jets, as required.

Essential Skills

• Minimum of 4+ years of recent, relevant avionics experience.
• Hands‑on experience performing troubleshooting, maintenance, and installations in an FAA repair station environment.
• Strong avionics troubleshooting skills, including the ability to interpret wiring diagrams, schematics, and technical manuals.
• Proficiency in performing avionics repairs, overhauls, and system checks on helicopter platforms, particularly AW139 aircraft.
• Experience working with transponders, navigation and communication systems, radar systems, DME, and related avionics components.
• Ability to perform wire harness fabrication, including routing, termination, and testing.
• Willingness and ability to work overtime to meet operational needs.
• Ownership and use of a complete set of basic hand tools appropriate for avionics maintenance and installation work.
• Experience in a heavy maintenance environment, preferably involving complex completion and modification projects.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

• Previous relevant field experience with helicopters, especially AgustaWestland platforms, is highly preferred.
• Experience on Garmin, Honeywell, or Cobham avionics systems is a strong plus.
• Civilian aircraft experience, including exposure to corporate, commercial, or regional aircraft such as Falcon Jet, HondaJet, Learjet, Phenom, Cessna, Citation, Bombardier, and Embraer, is preferred.
• Open to candidates with a mix of experience, including corporate, commercial, helicopter, or military backgrounds, provided there is FAA repair station experience.
• FCC General Radiotelephone Operator License with radar endorsement is preferred.
• FAA-certified Airframe and Powerplant (A&P) Mechanic certification is preferred.
• Familiarity with major helicopter and fixed-wing platforms such as AgustaWestland, Bell, Sikorsky, Airbus, Boeing, and Eurocopter is beneficial.
• Strong attention to detail and commitment to quality and regulatory compliance.
• Ability to work effectively in a team-oriented environment and communicate clearly with colleagues and leadership.

Why Work Here?

You will join a specialized maintenance, repair, and overhaul organization that offers exposure to a wide variety of advanced helicopter and fixed-wing platforms in a professional completion center environment. The facility provides o