Senior Electronics / Avionics Technician

IF1139 GE Aviation Systems LLC; Clearwater (FL); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

GE Aerospace in Clearwater, FL, seeks a hands-on avionics technician to support testing, troubleshooting, repair, and maintenance of complex electronic and electro-mechanical hardware on the shop floor. This role emphasizes execution, not design or software development, with growth in operations and technical leadership.

You will follow established procedures, work with schematics, and collaborate with engineers and technicians to ensure quality and safety in a climate-controlled facility.

Qualifications

• Reading and interpreting schematics, drawings, and procedures.
• Ability to read and interpret engineering, maintenance, and component manuals.
• Comfortable working with electronic test equipment and physical hardware.

Responsibilities

• Perform hands-on setup, testing, repair, and overhaul of complex avionics hardware.
• Execute tests using procedures and manuals from Engineering, Manufacturing, and Component documentation.
• Conduct functional, vibration, and thermal cycle tests as assigned.

Skills

Schematic interpretation

Electrical test equipment handling

Team mentoring

Hands-on electronics

Education

High School Diploma or GED

2-year technical degree in Electronics/Avionics

Tools

Electronic test equipment (DMM/Scope)

Job description

Job Description Summary

This is a hands-on technical role supporting the testing, troubleshooting, repair, and maintenance of complex electronic and electro-mechanical avionics hardware in a production and MRO environment. The position focuses on bench-level execution, using established procedures and technical documentation— not engineering design or software development. This role is ideal for experienced electronics or avionics technicians who enjoy working directly with hardware, supporting production flow, and solving complex technical issues on the shop floor.

Job Description

At GE Aerospace, we believe the world works better when it flies. As part of our Clearwater team, you will support advanced avionics systems used on commercial and military aircraft, including the Boeing 737/787 and platforms such as the F‑18, F‑35, Harrier, and Apache. You’ll work in a climate-controlled, OSHA VPP Star-certified facility alongside skilled technicians, manufacturing engineers, and test engineers to keep production and repair operations running safely, efficiently, and at the highest quality standards. This is a technician career path role, offering long-term growth opportunities within operations, technical leadership, and training.

Essential Responsibilities

• Perform hands‑on setup, testing, troubleshooting, repair, and overhaul of complex electronic and electro‑mechanical equipment.
• Execute testing using established procedures, schematics, and technical documentation, including Engineering, Manufacturing, and Component Maintenance Manuals.
• Conduct functional, vibration, and thermal cycle testing (based on assignment).
• Troubleshoot equipment at the component and system level using schematics and diagnostic tools.
• Test, calibrate, adjust, and maintain measuring and indicating instruments to defined standards.
• Monitor process performance and product quality, responding quickly to production or repair issues.
• Adjust approved process parameters (within engineering guidelines) to maintain quality and prevent downtime.
• Partner with Manufacturing and Test Engineers to communicate observed issues, trends, and “watch items.”
• Train and support junior technicians as assigned.
• Follow all safety, quality, and regulatory requirements in a high‑reliability aerospace environment.
• Note: This role is focused on execution and technical support. It does not include product design, software development, or engineering ownership.

Required Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED
• 2‑year technical degree/certificate in Electronics, Avionics, Electro‑Mechanical Technology, or similar OR 2+ years of equivalent hands‑on industry experience
• Ability to read and interpret schematics, drawings, and technical procedures
• Comfortable working with electronic test equipment and physical hardware
• Ability to lift/move up to 35 pounds
• Willingness to work overtime or shift schedules as required

This role may encounter high risk or hazardous operations and/or include working shifts beyond a standard workweek. As such, a requirement of the role is to be at least 18 years of age by the time of joining.

Desired Skills & Experience

• 6+ years of hands‑on experience as an electronics, avionics, or electro‑mechanical technician
• Experience supporting production, manufacturing, MRO, or repair environments
• Familiarity with aerospace, defense, or regulated industries (preferred)
• Comfortable using a PC to access documentation, drawings, and instructions
• Strong team skills and willingness to mentor less‑experienced technicians
• This role requires access to U.S. export‑controlled information. Therefore, employment will be contingent upon the ability to prove that you meet the status of a U.S. Person as one of the following: U.S. lawful permanent resident, U.S. Citizen, have been granted asylee or refugee status (i.e., a protected individual under the Immigration and Naturalization Act, 8 U.S.C. 1324b(a)(3)).

Additional Information

GE Aerospace offers a great work environment, professional development, challenging careers, and competitive compensation. GE Aerospace is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Employment decisions are made without regard to race, color, religion, national or ethnic origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, disability, protected veteran status or other characteristics protected by law. GE Aerospace will only employ those who are legally authorized to work in the United States for this opening. Any offer of employment is conditioned upon the successful completion of a drug screen (as applicable). Employees may also be subject to random and reasonable‑suspicion drug and alcohol testing. Relocation Assistance Provided: No

At GE Aerospace, we invent the future of flight, lift people up, and bring them home safely. We are a world‑leading provider of jet engines, components, and integrated systems for commercial and military aircraft. At GE Aerospace, respect for people is core to our culture and commitment to FLIGHT DECK, our proprietary lean operating model. We attract, develop, and retain industry‑leading talent from all backgrounds and cultivate communities where people are respected and empowered to reach their fullest potential. For the people of GE Aerospace, their work isn’t just a job. It’s their passion and purpose. We work and win as one team, accountable to each other and our customers, and we are always finding a better way to climb higher together. We were meant to fly.