C-17 Electronics Technician @ Aerotek

Job Title: Electronics Technician II Avionics (C-17 Mods)Location: San Antonio, TX Pay: $44.73/hr ($39.18/hr + $5.55 H&W)If interested please apply and call Jordyn at Aerotek 843/972/1884Job DescriptionThis role supports modification, testing, and troubleshooting of avionics and electrical systems on C-17 and other heavy aircraft platforms. You apply advanced technical knowledge to perform complex circuit analysis, wiring installation and modification, and aircraft operational testing that goes beyond standard manufacturer documentation. The position is based in a maintenance, repair, and overhaul environment and requires hands-on work on aircraft bench and flight line systems in alignment with Department of Defense, manufacturer, and internal directives.

Responsibilities

• Apply advanced technical knowledge to solve avionics and electrical problems that cannot be resolved solely by referencing manufacturers manuals or similar documents.
• Analyze circuits, calculate waveforms, and trace signal flow relationships using complex test instruments such as high frequency pulse generators, frequency synthesizers, distortion analyzers, and computer-controlled equipment.
• Perform aircraft bench and flight line operational testing and troubleshooting in accordance with Department of Defense, manufacturer, company, supplier, and other applicable directives.
• Assemble, install, check out, test, and modify wire bundles and associated avionics components during aircraft development, testing, and modification activities.
• Handle products, tools, and equipment responsibly, ensuring proper care, control, and use throughout all assignments.
• Consult with peers and leadership to determine and implement the most effective work processes for assigned tasks.
• Assist and train less tenured employees
• Lead teams through complex aircraft-related tasks when required, coordinating activities to meet quality, cost, and schedule targets.
• Prioritize workload effectively to maintain schedules and meet deadlines on assigned projects.
• Perform all duties of lower avionics classifications as needed to successfully accomplish work assignments.
• Interpret standard work instructions, charts, tables, blueprints, wire diagrams, formulas, sketches, verbal directions, and electronic orders to complete assigned tasks accurately.
• Ensure all equipment is operated in accordance with established safety and operating procedures.
• Diagnose and correct malfunctions that occur during assembly processes, ensuring systems meet performance and safety requirements.
• Use precision measuring instruments, gauges, and tools to verify dimensions and confirm conformance to quality and technical specifications.
• Maintain all required certifications, licenses, and permits necessary for assigned work.
• Ascend and descend vertical work ladders, work in confined spaces, and safely lift loads of approximately 35 pounds as part of routine duties.
• Work various shifts and alternate baseline schedules, which may change frequently to support mission requirements and can include weekends and holidays.
• Perform scheduled and unscheduled overtime when mission requirements or workload demand additional support.
• Apply knowledge of Hazardous Energy and Lock Out/Tag Out systems to ensure the work environment is safe for access and on-the-job performance.
• Assist other team members, including general mechanics, structures technicians, and electrical technicians, to ensure cost and schedule objectives are achieved.
• Operate equipment such as forklifts, mobile cranes, and riding-type electric powered elevating equipment when needed to accomplish work assignments.
• Maintain regular and predictable attendance to support operational and mission requirements.
• Successfully complete required on-the-job training or formal classroom training as a condition of assignment.

Essential Skills

• Experience working with the C-17 or other heavy aircraft platforms.
• Hands-on experience with aircraft avionics systems, including communications, navigation, data links, weapons systems, and radar.
• 3+ years of experience in applied mathematics, statistics, or a related field, supporting complex calculations and technical analysis.
• 4+ years of experience working with schematics, specifications, assembly drawings, and standard operating procedures.
• 3+ years of experience with aircraft computer systems and basic office software.
• Ability to interpret blueprints, wire diagrams, charts, tables, formulas, and technical sketches.
• Proficiency in aircraft maintenance, overhaul, and repair activities within an MRO environment.
• Experience with structural assembly, installation, and fabrication of aircraft sheet metal and airframe components, including riveting.
• Ability to use precision measuring instruments, gauges, and tools to verify dimensions and quality.
• Capability to ascend and descend vertical ladders, work in confined spaces, and lift approximately 35 pounds.
• Familiarity with Hazardous Energy and Lock Out/Tag Out system applications to ensure a safe working environment.
• Ability to work variable shifts, including first and second shift, weekends, holidays, and overtime as required.
• Commitment to maintaining necessary certifications, licenses, and permits for assigned tasks.
• Regular and predictable attendance.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

• Experience with C-17 modification programs and associated avionics and electrical changes.
• Experience working with COMSEC, radar, or other electronic systems on military or commercial aircraft.
• Ability to operate forklifts, mobile cranes, and riding-type electric powered elevating equipment.
• Experience in aircraft structural work, including sheet metal installation, airframe structures, and structural assembly.
• Familiarity with aircraft maintenance, overhaul, and repair processes governed by the Service Contract Act for Aircraft Mechanic II roles.
• Willingness and ability to assist and train junior team members in avionics and aircraft systems tasks.
• Comfort working in a multi-disciplinary team environment with general mechanics, structures technicians, and electrical technicians.
• Successful completion of required on-the-job training or formal classroom training as a contingency for assignment.

Why Work Here? You join a high-impact aerospace environment that supports major defense and commercial aircraft programs, offering exposure to complex avionics systems and advanced modification work. The role provides structured training, clear standards under the Service Contract Act, and opportunities to expand your skills across avionics, structures, and general aircraft systems. You work in a collaborative team setting where knowledge sharing, professional growth, and mission-focused performance are valued, while gaining experience on some of the most significant heavy aircraft platforms in service.

Work EnvironmentThis position is based in a maintenance, repair, and overhaul facility supporting C-17 and other heavy aircraft platforms, with work performed on the flight line, in hangars, and at bench test stations. You use advanced test equipment, including high frequency pulse generators, frequency synthesizers, distortion analyzers, complex computer-controlled systems, and precision measuring instruments. The environment involves hands-on work with aircraft structures, sheet metal, wiring bundles, avionics systems, and computer-based diagnostic tools.

You may operate forklifts, mobile cranes, and electric powered elevating equipment to support aircraft access and component handling. The role requires working on vertical ladders, in confined spaces, and lifting loads of approximately 35 pounds. Shifts are variable based on business and mission needs, including first and second shift, with potential weekend, holiday, scheduled, and unscheduled overtime. Work is performed under established safety procedures, including Hazardous Energy and Lock Out/Tag Out systems, with adherence to Service Contract Act standards for Aircraft Mechanic II positions and completion of on-the-job or formal classroom training.

Job Type & LocationThis is a Contract position based out of San Antonio, TX.

Pay and BenefitsThe pay range for this position is $37.96 - $37.96/hr. Individual compensation offered for this position within this range will depend on many factors, including qualifications, skills, relevant experience, job knowledge, geographic location, internal equity, and other pertinent job-related factors. Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits available for this temporary role may include the following:

Medical, dental & vision

Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital

401(k) Retirement Plan Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available

Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents)

Short and long-term disability

Health Spending Account (HSA)

Transportation benefits

Employee Assistance Program

Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)

Application DeadlineThis position is anticipated to close on Nov 6, 2026.

Workplace TypeThis is a fully onsite position in San Antonio,TX.

About Aerotek

Aerotek® Inc. provides staffing and services solutions in manufacturing, logistics, construction, aviation, facilities and maintenance. We provide the expertise, solutions and people required to rise to the challenges of North American industry. Headquartered in Hanover, Md., Aerotek operates a unified network of over 200 offices across North America, supporting more than 18,000 clients each year. Aerotek is an Allegis Group company, the global leader in workforce and business solutions. To learn more, visit: Aerotek.com | 1-888-AEROTEK.

Aerotek offers weekly pay, employee benefits including medical, dental & vision, life insurance, health advocacy and employee assistance programs, a 401(k) plan, and employee discounts.

The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regards to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.

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