Gyroscope Technician @ Aerotek

Job Title: Gyroscope Repair TechnicianJob DescriptionThe Gyroscope Repair Technician independently evaluates, troubleshoots, repairs, overhauls, and tests aviation gyroscopes and related instruments within their demonstrated capability. This role applies approved technical data and repair station procedures to complete accurate, well-documented work, manages routine technical decisions, and escalates unusual findings or work that falls outside assigned authority.

Responsibilities

• Independently evaluate, troubleshoot, repair, overhaul, and test assigned gyroscopes and aviation instruments within demonstrated capability and established procedures.
• Review assigned work orders, assess unit condition, and determine required work using applicable technical manuals and repair station procedures.
• Plan and carry out assigned work according to shop priorities, due dates, and urgent customer needs to ensure timely completion.
• Diagnose faults, disassemble units as needed, inspect components, perform repairs or replacements, reassemble, and conduct applicable functional tests.
• Complete routine repairs and overhauls of assigned aviation instruments and components, ensuring compliance with approved technical data and quality standards.
• Identify required parts, document technical findings, and record parts needs in the work order to support accurate initial quoting.
• When further inspection reveals labor or parts beyond the customer-approved repair quote, record additional requirements clearly for requote and approval.
• Document labor hours, technical findings, work performed, and test outcomes promptly and accurately in the work order system.
• Prepare clear, concise technical write-ups that describe discrepancies, corrective actions, and test results for each unit processed.
• Recognize complex or unusual problems and promptly involve a senior technician or lead when additional technical direction or authorization is required.
• Discuss unusual discrepancies or difficult units with senior technicians or leads to determine appropriate repair strategies.
• Provide routine technical assistance and guidance to less experienced technicians within the scope of the journeyman technicians expertise.
• Use sound judgment when assessing technical discrepancies, setting work priorities, and deciding when to seek additional technical or management direction.
• Keep assigned units, tools, and the work area organized, clean, and compliant with safety and shop standards.
• Perform other duties as assigned in support of departmental and company needs, contributing to overall shop efficiency and performance.

Essential Skills

• Minimum of 2 years of experience performing repair and overhaul of gyroscopes.
• Proven ability to diagnose, repair, overhaul, and test gyroscopes and assigned instrument or component types using approved technical data and appropriate test methods.
• Ability to review work orders thoroughly, accurately document technical findings, and identify required repairs and parts.
• Strong judgment in evaluating technical discrepancies, setting work priorities, and knowing when to seek additional technical or management direction.
• Ability to prepare clear technical write-ups that describe findings, corrective actions, and test results.
• Capability to explain routine troubleshooting and repair steps to less experienced technicians in a clear and supportive manner.
• Attention to detail and commitment to accurate, timely documentation of labor, parts, and test outcomes.
• Organizational skills to maintain a clean, orderly work area and manage multiple work orders according to shop priorities.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

• Experience working with aviation instruments and components in a repair or overhaul environment.
• Familiarity with repair station procedures and the use of applicable technical manuals.
• Comfort working with functional test equipment and following standardized test methods for aircraft instruments.
• Ability to collaborate effectively with senior technicians and leads when addressing complex or unusual technical issues.
• Willingness to support departmental needs by performing additional duties as assigned.

Why Work Here? You will join a specialized aviation repair environment focused on maintaining high-quality aircraft cockpit instruments and avionics, where technical precision and craftsmanship are valued. The organization promotes collaboration between experienced and less experienced technicians, offering opportunities to learn, share knowledge, and grow your technical capabilities. You can expect a structured, procedure-driven setting that supports careful, methodical work, along with exposure to a variety of aviation instruments and components that help you deepen your expertise in the field.

Work EnvironmentThe role is based in a dedicated aircraft instrument and avionics repair and maintenance facility that focuses on cockpit instruments and avionics systems. You work in a shop environment that uses approved technical data, repair station procedures, and functional test equipment to service aviation gyroscopes and related instruments. The setting emphasizes organization, cleanliness, and adherence to established processes, with technicians collaborating closely to resolve technical challenges and meet customer priorities and due dates.

Job Type & LocationThis is a Contract to Hire position based out of Corona, CA.

Pay and BenefitsThe pay range for this position is $30.00 - $50.00/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 12, 2026.

Workplace TypeThis is a fully onsite position in Corona,CA.

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.

San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance

Pursuant to the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, for all positions located in the city and county of San Francisco, we will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records.

Massachusetts Lie Detector

It is unlawful in Massachusetts to require or administer a lie detector test as a condition of employment or continued employment. An employer who violates this law shall be subject to criminal penalties and civil liability.

Use of Artificial Intelligence (AI)

We may use Artificial Intelligence (AI) to support parts of our hiring process, including sourcing, screening, and evaluating candidates. AI helps assess applications and qualifications, but final decisions are made by our hiring team. By applying, you acknowledge and agree that your application may be reviewed using AI tools.