F-16 Avionics Technician

Seneca Resources; Shalimar (FL); On-site; USD 113,000 - 139,000; Full time

Job summary

Seneca Resources is seeking an F-16 Avionics Technician to support on-site maintenance operations in Shalimar, FL. The role involves applying avionics and aircraft maintenance expertise to assemble, calibrate, operate, troubleshoot, and repair electrical, electronic, and mechanical systems on F-16 aircraft.

The successful candidate will perform hands-on maintenance tasks, work with a skilled team, and mentor junior technicians while ensuring compliance with safety and technical standards.

Qualifications

• 2+ years of hands-on avionics maintenance on F-16 aircraft.
• Knowledge of F-16 avionics systems and maintenance procedures.
• Ability to obtain a Secret security clearance.
• High school diploma or GED; military avionics school completion preferred.

Responsibilities

• Support aircraft maintenance operations in an on-site defense environment.
• Assemble, fabricate, calibrate, operate, and troubleshoot avionics components.
• Perform hands-on, on-aircraft maintenance tasks under supervision.
• Collaborate with maintenance team and mentor less-experienced technicians.

Skills

Aircraft maintenance

Avionics systems

On-aircraft maintenance

Secret clearance

Education

High school diploma or GED

Military avionics technical school

Associate’s degree in avionics/electronics/aviation maintenance

Job description

Position Title: F-16 Avionics Technician

Location: Shalimar, FL

Clearance Requirements: Ability to obtain a Secret clearance

Pay Rate: $126,000 annually

Position Description

Seneca Resources is seeking an F-16 Avionics Technician to support aircraft maintenance operations in an on-site defense environment. The successful candidate will apply avionics and aircraft maintenance expertise to assemble, fabricate, calibrate, operate, and troubleshoot electrical, electronic, and mechanical components and equipment.

This role involves performing hands‑on maintenance activities for F‑16 aircraft, using power tools, electronic tooling, calibration equipment, and mechanical machinery. The technician will work under general supervision, contribute to solutions for moderately complex technical challenges, collaborate with a skilled maintenance team, and provide guidance to less experienced team members.

The position requires the ability to perform physical aircraft maintenance tasks, including standing for extended periods, working overhead, performing repetitive movements, and using hands to grasp and feel.

Top Requirements

• 2+ years of experience performing aircraft maintenance as an avionics specialist on F-16 aircraft
• Knowledge of F-16 avionics systems and aircraft maintenance procedures
• Ability to perform hands‑on, on‑aircraft avionics maintenance tasks
• Ability to obtain a Secret security clearance
• High school diploma or GED
• Graduation from a military avionics technical school
• Ability to stand, work overhead, perform repetitive movements, and use hands to grasp and feel
• Preferred: Experience supporting F-35 aircraft maintenance and knowledge of F-35 avionics
• Preferred: Existing Secret clearance
• Preferred: Associate’s degree in avionics, electronics, aviation maintenance, or a related field

Seneca Resources is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer, committed to fostering a diverse and inclusive workplace where all qualified individuals are encouraged to apply.