Job Title: Avionics TechnicianJob DescriptionThe Avionics Technician is responsible for modifications on Dash-8 aircraft, ensuring the installation, troubleshooting, repair, and maintenance of electronic systems are conducted efficiently and effectively.
Responsibilities- Inspect, troubleshoot, repair, and perform both scheduled and unscheduled maintenance on aircraft in a high-quality manner.
- Install, troubleshoot, test, and repair instruments, components, and assemblies using various tools such as circuit testers, oscilloscopes, and voltmeters.
- Inspect, maintain, and install electronic systems such as navigational systems, radar technology, radio communication systems, flight control tools, and other avionics systems.
- Perform operational and functional checks on aircraft electrical systems and equipment.
- Install, route, upgrade, and repair wire harnesses.
- Install avionics equipment per engineering drawings while adhering to wiring standards.
Essential Skills- Minimum of 4 years of avionics experience.
- Strong troubleshooting skills.
- Experience in wire harness fabrication and installation.
- Eligibility for Secret clearance.
- Must have own tools.
Additional Skills & Qualifications- A&P license preferred; A license minimum required.
- Experience with B737 aircraft.
- Avionics systems knowledge.
Why Work Here?The company offers a great culture, having started with two brothers who treat contractors as part of the family. They emphasize work-life balance, making it a supportive and rewarding place to work.
Work EnvironmentThe role is based in a hangar and MRO environment with heavy maintenance and modifications. Employees work off a production schedule with specified timeframes for completing tasks. The schedule is Monday to Friday, 7:00am – 4:00pm, with a one-hour lunch break from 12:00pm – 1:00pm.
Job Type & LocationThis is a Contract position based out of Bridgewater, VA.
Pay and BenefitsThe pay range for this position is $50.00 - $50.00/hr.
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)
Workplace TypeThis is a fully onsite position in Bridgewater,VA.
Application DeadlineThis position is anticipated to close on Apr 10, 2026.
About Aerotek:
We know that finding work is hard, and finding meaningful work is harder. Aerotek connects 180,000+ light industrial and skilled trades workers with 14,000+ employers each year, helping our workers navigate an evolving labor market and find jobs that meets their goals, skills and interests. Since 1983, we have provided a variety of career opportunities across North American industry – from short-term assignments at Fortune 500 companies where you can build your skills, to long-term opportunities where you can play a vital role solving for companies’ construction, manufacturing and maintenance challenges. Our 1,500+ experienced recruiters across 250+ offices work relentlessly to put our workforce in a position to thrive. Let us rise to meet your challenges and put our people-are everything spirit to the test as your career continues to grow.
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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