Avionics Technician III Hardware

Front Door Defense; Englewood (CO); On-site; USD 40,584 - 55,820; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, and vision plans

401(k) with 150% match up to 6%

Life insurance

3 weeks paid time off

Additional benefits

Job summary

Sierra Space Corporation in Englewood, Colorado, seeks an Avionics Technician III to install, inspect, test, adjust and repair avionics systems for aerospace vehicles, using precision tools and fixture fabrication. Emphasis on 5S, FOD, and ESD with strong teamwork to meet timelines and document discrepancies.

The role requires typically 5+ years of related experience and formal avionics training or certification; familiarity with schematics, wiring diagrams and avionics testing equipment is

Qualifications

• 5+ years of related experience.
• Formal training or certification in avionics or a related field.
• Familiarity with PPE and shop safety requirements.
• Ability to perform equipment setup and maintenance and use precision tools.

Responsibilities

• Install, inspect, test, adjust and repair avionics equipment and systems.
• Perform equipment setup, maintenance, and fabricate fixtures.
• Demonstrate precision cleaning and chemistry processes; maintain 5S, FOD, and ESD awareness.
• Document and report issues or discrepancies found during inspections and tests.

Skills

PPE & shop safety

Hand tool proficiency

Precision measurement tools

Fixtures fabrication

Soldering / crimping

5S / FOD / ESD awareness

Packaging & handling

Communication & teamwork

Education

Formal avionics training

Airman's certificate / FCC license / IPC

Tools

Oscilloscopes

Multimeters

Signal generators

Diagnostics software

Job description

Avionics Technician III

Location: Englewood, Colorado

Compensation: $29 - $41 USD / hour

About the Role

The Avionics Technician III is responsible for installing, inspecting, testing, adjusting, and repairing avionics equipment and systems for our aerospace vehicles. This advanced role involves performing equipment setup and maintenance activities, using precision measurement tools, and fabricating fixtures. The technician will also apply precision cleaning, chemistry processes, and best shop practices, including 5S, FOD, and ESD awareness. This position is essential for ensuring the reliability and performance of our avionics systems, contributing to the overall success of our aerospace missions. In addition, the technician will demonstrate correct packaging, handling, and safety requirements for all hardware and collaborate closely with team members to maintain high-quality workmanship and meet project timelines while documenting and reporting any issues or discrepancies found during inspections and tests.

Minimum Qualifications

• May require formal training, degree, or certification.
• Typically 5+ years of related experience.
• Familiarity with general best shop practices including PPE and shop safety requirements.
• Ability to perform basic equipment setup and maintenance activities and display general mechanical aptitude and hand tool competency.
• Able to use precision measurement tools and fabricate fixtures for use, including non-flight parts with standard alloys and simple geometry.
• Ability to learn and perform precision cleaning and chemistry processes.
• Ability to learn 5S, FOD, and ESD awareness.
• Ability to demonstrate correct packaging and handling requirements for all hardware.

Preferred Qualifications

• Formal training, degree, or certification in avionics, electronics, or a related technical field.
• Certification: Airman's certificate, FCC license, or IPC level certification.
• Experience with avionics systems and equipment, including navigation, communication, and flight control systems.
• Proficiency in reading and interpreting technical drawings, schematics, and wiring diagrams.
• Familiarity with avionics testing equipment such as oscilloscopes, multimeters, and signal generators.
• Knowledge of software tools for diagnostics and troubleshooting of avionics systems.
• Understanding of RF (Radio Frequency) principles and their application in avionics systems.
• Experience with soldering and crimping techniques for avionics wiring and connectors.
• Strong problem-solving skills and attention to detail.
• Excellent communication and teamwork skills.

Compensation

Pay Range: $29.46 - $40.52

Your actual base compensation will be determined on a case‑by‑case basis and may vary based on job‑related knowledge and skills, education, experience, internal equity and market competitiveness.

Benefits

• Medical, dental, and vision plans
• 401(k) with 150% match up to 6%
• Life insurance
• 3 weeks paid time off
• Additional benefits

EEO Statement

Sierra Space Corporation is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to working with and providing reasonable accommodations to applicants with disabilities. If you need special assistance or a reasonable accommodation related to applying for employment with Sierra Space or at any stage of the recruitment process, please contact us.