Avionics Technician IV - Deploy Only

Sierra Nevada Corporation; Shalimar (FL); On-site; USD 95,000 - 140,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, and vision plans

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

3 weeks paid time off

tuition reimbursement

Job summary

Sierra Nevada Corporation is seeking a skilled Avionics Technician IV to lead avionics maintenance teams and oversee complex diagnostics and repairs, ensuring compliance with safety standards. You will supervise installation, testing, and repair of avionics systems, and coordinate with other departments to keep operations efficient.

A high level of expertise in avionics, schematics, and regulatory requirements is essential; travel and TDY may be required. This role requires active U.S.

Qualifications

• Requires 5+ years of avionics experience with regulatory compliance.
• Ability to interpret complex schematics, blueprints, manuals.
• Advanced wiring, soldering and crimping with installation tooling.
• Willing to deploy for extended CONUS/OCONUS travel; TDY.
• Passport and visa eligibility; active Secret clearance.

Responsibilities

• Supervise installation, testing, and repair of avionics systems.
• Oversee complex diagnostics and troubleshooting tasks.
• Ensure maintenance activities are documented and compliant.
• Conduct advanced training sessions for avionics staff.
• Develop and implement maintenance procedures.
• Coordinate with other departments to ensure efficient operations.
• Maintain high standards of safety and work quality.

Skills

Avionics systems expertise

Regulatory compliance

Schematic interpretation

Troubleshooting

Team supervision

Wiring, soldering, crimping

Education

Associate’s degree in Avionics, Electronics, or related field

High school diploma

Tools

Avionics installation tooling

Wiring & crimping tools

Testing/diagnostics equipment

Job description

Are you a highly‑skilled avionics professional ready to take your aviation career to the next level? As an Avionics TechnicianIV, you will supervise avionics maintenance teams and oversee the most complex diagnostics and repairs, ensuring all work meets the highest standards of safety and compliance.

Responsibilities

• Supervise installation, testing, and repair of avionics systems.
• Oversee complex diagnostics and troubleshooting tasks.
• Ensure all maintenance activities are documented and compliant with regulations.
• Conduct advanced training sessions for avionics staff.
• Develop and implement maintenance procedures.
• Coordinate with other departments to ensure efficient operations.
• Maintain high standards of safety and work quality.

Required Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• 5+ years of relevant experience.
• Higher level relevant degree may substitute for experience.
• Expertise in avionics systems and regulatory compliance.
• Ability to understand and interpret moderately complex, technical schematics, diagrams, blueprints, manuals, and/or publications; ability to route wires per technical drawings.
• Advanced skills with moderately complex avionics installation tooling, wiring, soldering and crimping techniques.
• Ability to deploy for extended periods to various CONUS and OCONUS locations.
• Pass a pre‑deployment medical assessment; willing to work extended hours, holidays, and shift schedules as required.
• Current/valid passport and ability to obtain a visa for international travel.
• Willing to undertake TDY for extensive time; willing to deploy OCONUS on approx. 60/60 rotation.
• Active Secret U.S. Security Clearance required.

Preferred Qualifications

• Associate’s degree in Avionics, Electronics, or related field.
• Leadership experience in a maintenance environment.
• Advanced problem‑solving and decision‑making skills.
• Familiarity with FCC and FCC General Radio Operator License (GROL).
• Ability to mentor and guide subordinates.
• Basic understanding of spectrometer, oscilloscopes, and/or pitot static equipment.
• Background in the Aerospace and Defense Industry, Department of Defense, or U.S. Military.

Essential Functions

• Lift up to 50 lbs regularly.
• Stand and walk for extended periods during the work shift.
• Hand and finger dexterity for small mechanical components and tools.
• Work in a noisy environment with potential exposure to hazardous materials.
• Frequent travel to customer locations, sometimes on short notice.
• Work in a combination of office and field environments.
• Read detailed technical manuals, schematics, and computer screens.
• Inspect and troubleshoot equipment and systems accurately.
• Hear and understand spoken communication in noisy environments.
• Detect auditory signals from machinery indicating issues.
• Navigate various work environments, including climbing ladders, crawling in confined spaces, and working at heights.
• Drive or operate a vehicle for frequent travel to customer locations.
• High level of accuracy and attention to detail in all tasks.
• Follow detailed instructions and adhere to safety protocols.
• Strong awareness of safety protocols; mitigate potential safety hazards.

Benefits

Medical, dental, and vision plans; 401(k) with 150% match up to 6%; life insurance; 3 weeks paid time off; tuition reimbursement; and more.

Security & Clearance

This position requires current or active Secret U.S. Security Clearance. U.S. Citizenship is required as this position needs an active U.S. Security Clearance for employment.

Equal Opportunity Employer

SNC is an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to an environment free of discrimination. Employment decisions are made based on merit without regard to race, color, age, religion, sex, national origin, disability, status as a protected veteran or other characteristics protected by law.