Senior Aircraft Avionics Technician - NHC

PDS Defense, Inc.; Columbus (MS); On-site; USD 70,000 - 95,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k)

Direct deposit

Career counseling services

Short-term disability insurance

Job summary

PDS Defense, Inc. in Columbus, MS is seeking a Senior Aircraft Avionics Technician - NHC to assemble, install, repair or replace aircraft electrical/electronic systems and perform system checks.

The role requires reading blueprints and service manuals, maintaining FAA compliance and coordinating with the lead on schedules and parts. Six years of avionics experience is required; A&P license is a plus.

Qualifications

• Minimum of six (6) years of avionics experience on aircraft, preferably rotorcraft.
• Ability to read blueprints, sketches and diagrams and apply shop practices.
• Current A&P license is a plus.
• Must be able to read, write, and speak English.

Responsibilities

• Perform assembly, installation, repair or replacement of aircraft electrical/electronic components and systems.
• Work from blueprints, sketches and manuals to meet dimensions and tolerances.
• Use standard and specialized tools and test equipment to complete tasks.
• Ensure work complies with FAA regulations and customer specifications.

Skills

Read blueprints

Interpret diagrams

Avionics experience

English proficiency

Team collaboration

Tools

Hand tools

Power tools

Measuring devices

Test equipment

Job description

Light Industrial/Manufacturing

Senior Aircraft Avionics Technician - NHC

Columbus, MS Posted: 8/3/2026

Job Description

Job ID#: 221902

Job Category: Light Industrial/Manufacturing

Position Type: Associate - W2

Shift: 1

PDS Defense, Inc. is seeking an Senior Aircraft Avionics Technician - NHC, in Columbus, MS. Job ID#221902

Perform assembly, installation, repair or replacement of aircraft electrical/electronic components and systems in the manufacture, maintenance or refurbishing of aircraft and function check of components.

Maintain close working relationship with assigned lead person with regard to schedules, priorities, availability of parts, supplies and tools, and special instructions as required.

Perform work from blueprints, sketches, vendor and service manuals, and other source data to obtain dimensions, locations, alignment, tolerances and other specification requirements.

Use a variety of standard and specialized hand tools, power equipment, measuring devices and test equipment in completing work assignments.

Assure that completed work complies with FAA regulations, customer requirements, and company specifications.

Requirements:

Minimum of six (6) years of experience working on avionics in aircraft, preferably rotorcraft.

Ability to read and interpret blueprints, sketches and diagrams, and apply standard shop practices in the fabrication and repair modifications of aircraft structures and repairs.

Current A&P license is a plus

Must be able to read, write, and speak English

Benefits offered to vary by the contract. Depending on your temporary assignment, benefits may include direct deposit, free career counseling services, 401(k), select paid holidays, short-term disability insurance, skills training, employee referral bonus, affordable medical coverage plan, and DailyPay (in some locations). For a full description of benefits available to you, be sure to talk with your recruiter.

Job Requirements

Minimum Security Clearance:

No Clearance

Military connected talent encouraged to apply.

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• The California Fair Chance Act
• Los Angeles City Fair Chance Ordinance
• Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance for Employers
• San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance

VEVRAA Federal Contractor / Request Priority Protected Veteran Referrals / Equal Opportunity Employer / Veterans / Disabled