Avionics Technician

Aerotek; Mississippi; On-site; USD 55,000 - 59,000; Full time

Job summary

Aerotek is seeking an Avionics Technician for a contract role in Columbus, MS. You will perform installation, modification, and troubleshooting of avionics on LUH-72, H-125, and H-145 helicopters in support of new completions and retrofit programs.

The work takes place in a climate-controlled hangar with emphasis on heavy wiring, harness work, and integration of avionics components, following drawings and specifications to ensure proper operation.

Qualifications

• Avionics installation and modification experience on aircraft required.
• Experience with heavy avionics modifications and wiring/harness work.
• Ability to read and apply engineering drawings and wiring diagrams.
• Hands-on avionics systems experience; installation and troubleshooting.
• Rotary-wing avionics experience preferred (LUH-72, UH-60, AH-64).

Responsibilities

• Install, modify, and troubleshoot avionics systems on aircraft per drawings.
• Route, terminate, and secure wiring and harnesses.
• Integrate avionics components ensuring compatibility with existing systems.
• Read technical data and modification instructions to perform work.
• Verify operation via functional checks and corrective actions.
• Collaborate with technicians to support on-time completions.
• Document work in accordance with regulations and company requirements.
• Support continuous improvement of installation practices.

Skills

Avionics installation

Avionics modification

Wiring harness work

Electrical troubleshooting

Rotary-wing avionics

Engineering drawings

Job description

Job Description

Avionics Technician

This contract role offers the opportunity to perform complex avionics installation, modification, and troubleshooting on LUH-72, H-125, and H-145 helicopters in support of new helicopter completions and retrofit programs. You will work in a modern, climate-controlled facility, focusing on heavy modification and installation of avionics systems and harnesses on a variety of rotary-wing platforms.

Responsibilities

• Perform installation, modification, and troubleshooting of avionics systems on LUH-72, H-125, and H-145 aircraft in support of new helicopter completions and retrofit programs.
• Carry out heavy avionics modifications and installations, including routing, terminating, and securing wiring and harnesses in accordance with engineering drawings and specifications.
• Install and integrate avionics components, equipment, and systems, ensuring proper configuration, operation, and compatibility with existing aircraft systems.
• Read, interpret, and work from technical data, engineering drawings, wiring diagrams, and modification instructions to perform accurate avionics work.
• Verify proper operation of installed and modified avionics systems through functional checks, troubleshooting, and corrective actions as needed.
• Collaborate with other technicians and departments in a hangar/completion center environment to support on-time completion of new build and retrofit aircraft.
• Ensure all work complies with applicable standards, procedures, and quality requirements, maintaining a high level of workmanship and attention to detail.
• Document work performed in accordance with company and regulatory requirements, ensuring accurate records of installations, modifications, and troubleshooting activities.
• Support continuous improvement of installation and modification practices by sharing feedback and observations with supervisors and engineering teams.

Essential Skills

• Avionics installation and modification experience on aircraft is required.
• Experience performing heavy avionics modifications and installations, including complex wiring and harness work.
• Ability to install, modify, and troubleshoot avionics systems using technical data, wiring diagrams, and engineering drawings.
• Hands-on experience with avionics systems and avionics harness installation.
• Rotary-wing avionics experience is strongly preferred, with knowledge and understanding on platforms such as EC-145, EC-135, LUH-72, UH-60, or AH-64 considered highly valuable.
• Willingness to work in a hangar/completion center environment on new helicopter completions and retrofit projects.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

• Experience with STC (Supplemental Type Certificate) modifications is a plus but not required.
• Previous experience on EC-145, EC-135, LUH-72, UH-60, or AH-64 aircraft is highly beneficial.
• Fixed-wing avionics installation and modification experience may be considered if strong in mod/install work.
• Ability to collaborate effectively with a multidisciplinary team in a production and completion environment.
• Strong attention to detail and commitment to high-quality workmanship in avionics installations and modifications.

Why Work Here?

You will work in a state-of-the-art, climate-controlled facility that provides all necessary tools, allowing you to focus on your craft without worrying about equipment. The organization is known for treating both employees and contractors with respect and fairness, fostering a supportive and professional atmosphere. The role offers very competitive compensation and the flexibility to pursue long-term contracting or the potential to transition to a direct position, providing stability and career growth opportunities.

Work Environment

Work takes place in a modern hangar and completion center environment that is state-of-the-art and fully climate controlled, ensuring a comfortable setting throughout the year. All tools required to perform avionics installation, modification, and troubleshooting are provided on site, so you do not need to supply your own equipment. You will work around helicopters undergoing new completions and retrofit work, collaborating closely with other skilled technicians in a professional, production-focused setting

Job Type & Location

This is a Contract position based out of Columbus, MS.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $40.00 - $42.50/hr.

Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job classification and length o