F-16 Avionics or Electrical / Environmental Technician III

AAR Corp; South Carolina; On-site; USD 75,000 - 95,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay

Benefits package including medical, &n

401(k) retirement plan with company 60

Generous paid time off

Professional development opportunities

Job summary

AAR Corp is seeking an F-16 Avionics or Electrical / Environmental Technician III at Shaw AFB. You will modify, inspect, test, and repair avionics and electrical systems, including radar, radio, navigation, and power systems.

You will document results and work with program representatives to ensure airworthiness. Responsibilities include bench and field testing, calibration, and adherence to blueprints and technical documents.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree plus 3 years of related experience in avionics or electro-environmental maintenance OR Associate's degree plus 4 years of related experience OR HS diploma plus 8 years of related experience or 7 Level in the specialty.
• F-16 or F-15 experience preferred; other fighter jet experience may be considered.
• At least a 7 Skill Level or equivalent is strongly preferred.

Responsibilities

• Modify, upgrade, inspect, test, adjust, and repair avionic and electrical systems.
• Inspect components for defects and ensure proper assembly/installation.
• Test systems under simulated or actual conditions to verify airworthiness.
• Calibrate installed or repaired systems to specifications.
• Operate ground servicing equipment to test and verify functionality.
• Document all required forms and electronic records accurately.

Skills

Avionics maintenance

Electrical systems

Blueprints & schematics

Test equipment proficiency

Security clearance eligibility

Education

Bachelor's degree in avionics/electrical maintenance

Associate's degree in related field

High School Diploma + 8 years experience

Tools

Oscilloscopes

Digital meters

Circuit analyzers

Hand tools

Job description

Job Description - F-16 Avionics or Electrical / Environmental Technician III (18082)

About Us

AAR Corp. (NYSE: AIR) is a global aerospace and defense aftermarket solutions company that employs more than 6,000 people across over 60 sites in over 20 countries. Headquartered in the Chicago, Illinois area, AAR supports commercial and government customers in more than 100 countries through four operating segments: Parts Supply, Integrated Solutions, Repair and Engineering and Expeditionary Services. AAR’s purpose is to empower people to build innovative aerospace solutions today so you can safely reach your destination tomorrow. The company’s mission is to go above and beyond to provide value-driven aerospace aftermarket solutions to meet the evolving needs of our customers worldwide. AAR constantly searches for the right thing to do for its customers, employees, partners and for society.

F-16 Avionics or Electrical / Environmental Technician III - 18082

Description

Responsible for depot-level modification, upgrade, & test of aircraft sub-systems, ensuring airworthiness. Duties include, but are not limited to, inspecting, testing, modifying, and repairing avionic as well as other electrical systems/sub-systems. Examples include radar, radio, navigation, and aircraft power systems/sub-systems.

What you will be responsible for:

• Modifies, upgrades, inspects, tests, adjusts, and repairs aircraft avionic and electrical systems, such as aircraft installed radar, radio, navigation, and power systems using hand tools and test equipment
• Inspects components of avionic and electrical systems and equipment for defects, such as loose connections and frayed wire, and for accuracy of assembly and installation
• Tests avionic and electrical systems under simulated or actual operating conditions to determine performance and airworthiness, using test equipment, such as oscilloscopes, digital meters and counters, and circuit analyzers
• Using hand tools, adjusts, repairs, and/or replaces defective components based on analysis of test results, following blueprints, schematics, handbooks, and other technical documents
• When required, calibrates installed, modified, or repaired systems and/or equipment to prescribed specifications
• When required, operates ground servicing equipment to operationally test, inspect, and verify functionality and air worthiness of avionic and other electrical systems
• Accurately document all required U.S. Government and program forms and documents, including electronic records
• Must effectively interact with program and customer representatives as well as on‑site business or military representatives
• Perform other duties as assigned

Qualifications

What you will need to be successful in this role:

• Must meet one of the following requirements:
  • A Bachelor's degree plus 3 years of related experience in avionics or electro-environmental maintenance.
  • An Associate's degree plus 4 years of related experience in avionics or electro-environmental maintenance.
  • High School Diploma plus 8 years of related experience in avionics or electro-environmental maintenance or achieved a 7 Level in the specialty.
• F-16 or F-15 experience are strongly preferred, but other fighter jet experience may be considered.
• At least a 7 Skill Level or equivalent is strongly preferred.
• 5th generation aircraft experience is a plus.
• Microsoft Office Suite skills are preferred.
• Ability to obtain and maintain a Secret Clearance is required.

The rewards of your career at AAR go far beyond just your salary:

• Competitive pay
• Comprehensive benefits package including medical, dental, and vision coverage.
• 401(k) retirement plan with company match
• Generous paid time off program
• Professional development and career advancement opportunities

Physical Demands/Work Environment:

• Must be able to lift and carry parts, tooling, and other awkward items sometimes weighing greater than 50 lbs, including walking up and down stairs, aircraft maintenance stands, and platforms
• Requires intermittent standing, walking, sitting, squatting, stretching and bending throughout the workday
• Must be able to see and hear or use prosthetics that will enable these senses to function adequately to assure that the requirements of this position can be fully met.
• The standard schedule is Monday through Friday, 40 hours a week. Must be able to work 1 st or 2nd shift. Overtime may be required as necessary to meet the mission.

Please note: Estimated start is expected to be in August 2026.

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Job

Defense

Primary Location

United States-South Carolina-Shaw AFB

Schedule

Full-time

Overtime Status

Non-exempt

We are an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or veteran status.