Flightline Avionics & Electrical Lead – Travel

Tyonek Native Corporation; Kiln (MS); On-site; USD 80,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

Tyonek Native Corporation is seeking an Aircraft Electrician to support electrical system fabrication, installation, troubleshooting, and maintenance across high‑performance fighter aircraft, tactical jets, fixed‑wing, and rotor‑wing platforms.

The role includes flight‑line support, system testing, and travel up to 25%. Candidates should have seven or more years of hands‑on experience and be able to obtain a U.S. Government Secret clearance.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Associates degree or completion of a technical school in aviation, electronics, or related field preferred.
• Formal aircraft electrical or avionics training (military or commercial) strongly desired; documentation required.
• Airframe & Powerplant (A&P) license preferred.
• Experience on fighter/tactical jets; F/A-18-series a strong plus.
• Must be able to obtain and maintain a U.S. Government Secret clearance.

Responsibilities

• Perform complex assembly, installation, and troubleshooting of aircraft electrical components.
• Read and interpret technical publications, wiring diagrams, and drawings to support work instructions.
• Diagnose and troubleshoot aircraft avionics, power distribution, and mission systems.
• Fabricate, install, route, and repair power, data, and RF cables for military and commercial platforms.
• Lead workflow, coordinate tasks, and mentor lower-level technicians.
• Conduct Foreign Object & Debris inspections and maintain clean work areas.
• Travel up to 25% including overseas assignments.

Skills

7+ years exp

Security clearance

FOD prevention

Education

Associate degree or tech program in aviation/electronics

Airframe & Powerplant license

Tools

Crimpers

Insertion tools

De-pin tools

Heat guns

Soldering stations

Multimeters

Job description

Tyonek Native Corporation is seeking an Aircraft Electrician to support electrical system fabrication, installation, troubleshooting, and maintenance across high‑performance fighter aircraft, tactical jets, fixed‑wing, and rotor‑wing platforms.

The role includes flight‑line support, system testing, and travel up to 25%. Candidates should have seven or more years of hands‑on experience and be able to obtain a U.S. Government Secret clearance.