Avionics Technician @ Aerotek

Job Title: Avionics TechnicianJob DescriptionThis role focuses on supporting aircraft connectivity upgrades with an emphasis on WiFi system installations, modifications, and troubleshooting. You will perform hands-on avionics work in a hangar environment, ensuring aircraft connectivity systems are installed, integrated, and tested in accordance with engineering documentation and regulatory standards. The position requires strong technical aptitude, careful documentation, and the ability to work efficiently in a fastpaced aviation setting.

Responsibilities

• Install, modify, and integrate aircraft WiFi systems, including antennas, routers, wiring, and associated avionics components.
• Conduct functional tests, inspections, and verification of connectivity systems to ensure compliance with engineering documentation and regulatory standards.
• Read, interpret, and work from wiring diagrams, schematics, engineering orders, STC documentation, and maintenance manuals.
• Perform troubleshooting and corrective actions on avionics and connectivity equipment, including WiFi and related systems.
• Document all work performed in accordance with FAA, company, and OEM requirements.
• Collaborate with engineering, quality assurance, and maintenance teams to ensure successful execution of connectivity upgrade projects.
• Maintain a safe, clean, and organized work environment and adhere to all applicable safety protocols.
• Support prototype and modification activities, including wire harness work, harness routing, and integration of new avionics systems.
• Use electrical schematics, blueprints, and wiring schematics to install and verify avionics and connectivity systems such as navigation and WiFi equipment.
• Assist with STCbased modification programs and connectivity upgrades on business jets or commercial aircraft as needed.

Essential Skills

• Minimum 2+ years of avionics technician experience in an MRO, OEM, or Part 145 repair station environment.
• 4+ years of overall avionics experience, including modification and installation work.
• Working knowledge of aircraft electrical systems, wiring practices, and avionics systems.
• Hands-on experience performing WiFi or connectivity system installations, with exposure to providers such as Starlink, Viasat, or Panasonic strongly preferred.
• Ability to read and interpret technical drawings, electrical blueprints, wiring diagrams, wiring schematics, and maintenance manuals.
• Familiarity with FAA regulations, standard practices, and documentation requirements.
• Strong troubleshooting skills and attention to detail in diagnosing and resolving avionics and connectivity issues.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a collaborative team in a hangar environment.
• Experience with avionics modification, installation, and wire harness work.
• Comfort working with navigation (Nav) and other avionics systems as part of connectivity upgrades.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

• Experience with STCbased modification programs.
• Knowledge of RF systems, antenna installations, and network hardware used in aircraft connectivity solutions.
• A&P license or formal avionics training (preferred but not required).
• Experience with business jets or commercial aircraft connectivity upgrades.
• Experience with Starlink modifications and installations (highly desirable but not required).
• Prior experience on commercial aircraft platforms is preferred but not required.

Why Work Here? You will join a longterm opportunity that offers competitive compensation and the chance to develop deep expertise in cuttingedge aircraft connectivity systems. The organization supports ongoing technical growth, exposure to advanced WiFi and avionics technologies, and meaningful handson work in a professional hangar environment. You can expect a culture that values safety, quality, teamwork, and continuous improvement.

Work EnvironmentWork takes place primarily in a hangar environment focused on aircraft modification and maintenance. You will work around active aircraft, avionics systems, and connectivity equipment such as WiFi routers, antennas, wire harnesses, and network hardware. The role involves using technical documentation, wiring schematics, and electrical blueprints while performing installations, modifications, and troubleshooting on business or commercial aircraft. The environment emphasizes safety, organization, and adherence to regulatory and company standards.

Job Type & LocationThis is a Contract position based out of Birmingham, AL.

Pay and BenefitsThe pay range for this position is $40.00 - $40.00/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 19, 2026.

Workplace TypeThis is a fully onsite position in Birmingham,AL.

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

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Use of Artificial Intelligence (AI)

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