Avionics Technician- DTW

Skywest Airlines of USA; Detroit (MI); On-site; USD 70,000 - 95,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Sign-on bonus

Job summary

SkyWest Airlines is seeking a qualified A&P Mechanic to join our Detroit maintenance team. You will perform avionics inspections, troubleshoot systems, and carry out routine maintenance while adhering to FAA and safety requirements.

The role involves documentation, parts paperwork, and hands-on work in a hangar, with varied shifts and potential travel for training. Ideal candidates hold an FAA A&P certificate, with extra credit for avionics school graduation or military avionics training.

Qualifications

• Must hold a valid, unrestricted FAA A&P certificate.
• Experience with avionics and electrical systems preferred.
• Must meet FAA and safety requirements and be able to read schematics.

Responsibilities

• Perform avionics inspections and routine maintenance on aircraft.
• Troubleshoot aircraft systems and make critical safety decisions.
• Maintain necessary documentation and parts paperwork.
• Work in a hangar performing nose-to-tail maintenance and repairs as assigned.

Skills

A&P Certification

Team collaboration

Problem solving

Safety compliance

Education

Associate degree in electronics

Graduated from accredited avionics school

Military avionics training

Job description

About SkyWest

Looking for the next step in your Aircraft Maintenance career? As a SkyWest A&P Mechanic, you will be a part of a fast-paced environment full of variety that puts your talent to work on our growing fleet of aircraft. Plus, those with military A&P experience are eligible for $7,500 bonus with a commitment to work at SkyWest for at least three years. This rewarding opportunity will help you gain new skills as you work nose-to-tail on our aircraft, belong to a world‑class family of fellow mechanics, and have a crucial impact on the entire SkyWest operation.

• Detroit, Michigan
• Maintenance
• 16895
• 9/11/2026

Primary Job Duties

• Meet all FAA and safety-related Requirements
• Effectively troubleshoot all aircraft systems
• Make timely, critical decisions regarding aircraft safety
• Responsible for proficiency in all documentation and paperwork, including parts paperwork
• In a hangar environment, a technician will be performing avionics inspections, routine maintenance (e.g., FOQA downloads), and troubleshooting systems
• Other duties as assigned

Minimum Requirements

• Hold a valid, unrestricted, driver's license
• Hold a valid FAA-issued A&P certificate
• Additional experience and training in any of the following is preferred:
  • Graduated from an accredited avionics school
  • Military training in avionics or electronics
  • Associate's degree or higher in electronics
  • Eighteen months’ experience in the avionics industry
• Meet all FAA and safety Requirements
• Familiar with, read, and understand company, manufacturer, and wire-diagram manuals, including schematics
• Possess basic avionics skills
• Work history demonstrates being a self-starter, working well in a team environment, and effectively using aircraft manuals to troubleshoot and repair aircraft avionics and electrical systems
• Possess a valid, unrestricted driver’s license
• Have a minimum set of tools (see minimum tool list)
• Problem-solving and organizational skills are required
• Work varying shifts including nights, weekends, and holidays
• Exercise good judgment in working with people in a team environment as well as in aircraft maintenance and safety

Physical And Other Requirements

• Comfortably lift 60 lbs. routinely with or without reasonable accommodation

Experience/Training Must Meet One Of The Following

• Graduated from an accredited avionics school
• Military training in avionics or electronics
• Associate degree or higher in electronics
• Eighteen months experience in the avionics industry
• A&P certification with previous avionics experience
• This is a Department of Transportation safety-sensitive position

Must hold a FCC GROL license. If a FCC GROL license is not held at time of employment it must be obtained within six months from hire date.

This position will require the selected candidate to travel outside the station for training in addition to the completion of their new hire onboarding.