Senior Aircraft Instrument Repair Technician (Multi-Discipline)

STS Technical Services; Corona (CA); On-site; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

STS Technical Services in Corona, California seeks a Senior Aircraft Instrument Repair Technician to troubleshoot, repair, overhaul, and test aircraft instruments across multiple disciplines. This is a senior, full-time, contract-to-direct-hire role with a weekday day shift and onsite work.

The ideal candidate will have extensive hands-on experience in gyroscopic systems, avionics, and electromechanical components, capable of diagnosing complex problems and supporting other technicians while

Qualifications

• Extensive hands-on experience repairing, troubleshooting, overhauling, or testing aircraft instruments.
• Strong working knowledge of at least two of: gyroscopic instruments, avionics, electromechanical systems.
• Ability to diagnose complex mechanical and electrical problems with limited supervision.
• Ability to document repairs and maintain accurate repair records.

Responsibilities

• Troubleshoot, inspect, repair, overhaul, and test aircraft instruments and components.
• Work across gyroscopic, avionics, and electromechanical disciplines.
• Provide technical guidance to less experienced technicians.
• Maintain detailed repair documentation and quality records.

Skills

Gyroscopic Instruments

Avionics

Electromechanical Systems

Job description

STS Technical Services is hiring an experienced Senior Aircraft Instrument Repair Technician in Corona, California, to support the troubleshooting, repair, overhaul, and testing of aircraft instruments and related components.

This is a senior-level, full-time, contract-to-direct-hire opportunity with a Monday through Friday day-shift schedule.

We’re looking for a highly skilled technician with extensive hands-on experience across multiple aircraft instrument repair disciplines, including gyroscopic systems, avionics, and electromechanical components.

The ideal candidate has strong working knowledge of at least two of these technical areas, can independently diagnose complex mechanical and electrical problems, and brings the experience needed to support other technicians in a specialized aircraft instrument repair environment.

This position offers the opportunity to work with traditional analog aircraft instruments, electronic assemblies, gyroscopic mechanisms, and precision electromechanical equipment.

Position Details

• Job Title: Senior Aircraft Instrument Repair Technician
• Location: Corona, California
• Position Level: Senior
• Schedule: Monday through Friday, Day Shift
• Employment Type: Full-Time, Contract-to-Direct Hire
• Work Location: Onsite
• Technical Focus: Gyroscopic Instruments, Avionics, and Electromechanical Systems

Position Summary

The Senior Aircraft Instrument Repair Technician is responsible for troubleshooting, inspecting, repairing, overhauling, and testing aircraft instruments and components across multiple technical disciplines.

Working within an established aircraft instrument repair and overhaul facility, this position requires advanced troubleshooting capabilities, strong mechanical and electrical knowledge, and the ability to complete complex component-level repairs with limited supervision.

Responsibilities include evaluating instrument condition, diagnosing unusual failures, performing precision repairs, conducting functional testing, interpreting technical documentation, and maintaining accurate repair records.

The technician will also serve as an experienced technical resource for other shop personnel, providing troubleshooting guidance, supporting quality standards, and helping improve repair processes and shop efficiency.

Success in this position requires independent technical judgment, versatility across multiple instrument types, and a consistent commitment to safety, accuracy, and quality workmanship.

Key Responsibilities

Aircraft Instrument Repair and Overhaul

• Troubleshoot, inspect, repair, overhaul, and test aircraft instruments and related components
• Work across gyroscopic, avionics, and electromechanical instrument repair disciplines
• Evaluate assigned instruments to identify mechanical, electrical, and electronic discrepancies
• Diagnose complex component failures using technical documentation, schematics, and appropriate test equipment
• Perform detailed disassembly, inspection, component-level repair, reassembly, and adjustment
• Complete calibration and functional testing as applicable to assigned equipment
• Determine appropriate repair procedures based on approved technical data and established shop practices
• Repair and test traditional analog instruments, gyroscopic mechanisms, electronic assemblies, and electromechanical components
• Complete complex repairs independently with limited supervision
• Ensure assigned repairs meet established technical and quality requirements

Advanced Troubleshooting and Diagnostics

• Independently diagnose difficult or unusual aircraft instrument failures
• Apply mechanical, electrical, and electronic troubleshooting principles to identify component faults
• Interpret technical manuals, wiring diagrams, electrical schematics, and component specifications
• Use precision test equipment and electronic diagnostic tools to evaluate instrument performanceli>
• Identify defective components and determine appropriate repair or replacement requirements
• Recognize recurring failures and difficult troubleshooting conditions
• Recommend practical approaches to resolving complex technical discrepancies
• Identify situations requiring additional engineering, quality, or management review

Technical Leadership and Shop Support

• Serve as a senior technical resource for aircraft instrument troubleshooting and repair
• Provide technical guidance and assistance to less experienced technicians
• Support technical problem-solving across multiple instrument disciplines
• Share repair knowledge and troubleshooting experience with other shop personnel
• Help maintain consistent repair practices, technical accuracy, and workmanship standards
• Identify opportunities to improve repair processes and shop efficiency
• Support efficient workflow and established production requirements
• Communicate technical concerns, parts requirements, and repair recommendations to management

Repair Documentation and Quality Control

• Maintain accurate work orders and repair documentation
• Record inspection findings, troubleshooting results, parts usage, repairs performed, and functional test results
• Ensure documentation meets established company and quality requirements
• Follow approved technical data and applicable repair procedures
• Support quality control activities through accurate inspections, testing, and documentation
• Communicate unusual discrepancies or unresolved technical issues to appropriate personnel
• Maintain a consistent focus on safety, quality, and regulatory compliance

Required Qualifications and Experience

• Extensive hands-on experience repairing, troubleshooting, overhauling, or testing aircraft instruments or related technical components
• Strong working knowledge of at least two of the following disciplines:
• Gyroscopic instruments and systems
• Avionics and electronic instrument repair
• Electromechanical instruments and components
• Demonstrated ability to independently diagnose and resolve complex technical problems
• Strong understanding of mechanical, electrical, and electronic troubleshooting principles
• Ability to read and interpret technical manuals, electrical schematics, wiring diagrams, and repair documentation
• Experience using precision test equipment and diagnostic tools
• Ability to perform component-level inspection, troubleshooting, repair, and functional testing
• Demonstrated versatility across multiple repair disciplines and aircraft instrument types
• Ability to complete complex repairs with limited supervision
• Strong attention to detail and commitment to quality workmanship
• Sound technical judgment, initiative, and accountability
• Ability to provide technical guidance and troubleshooting assistance to other technicians

Technical Skills and Systems

Candidates should have strong experience in at least two of the following technical areas. Additional experience across all three disciplines is highly desirable.

Gyroscopic Instruments and Systems

• Attitude indicators and artificial horizons
• Directional gyros and heading indicators
• Turn-and-bank indicators and rate-of-turn instruments
• Gyroscopic assemblies and mechanical components
• Gyroscopic instrument troubleshooting and repair
• Precision adjustment and functional testing

Avionics and Electronic Instruments

• Aircraft electronic instruments and avionics components
• Analog and digital electronic circuits
• Circuit boards and electronic assemblies
• Electronic troubleshooting and component-level diagnostics
• Soldering and electronic component repair
• Multimeters, oscilloscopes, and electronic testing equipment
• Electrical schematics and wiring diagrams

Electromechanical Instruments and Components

• Motors, servos, actuators, switches, and