JOB TITLE: C17 Avionics Technician
LOCATION: San Antonio, TX
PAY RATE: $43.05/hour

We are a national aerospace and defense staffing agency seeking highly qualified candidates for a position with a top-tier client.

Job Details:

Job Type: Contract (12 months with potential for extension)

Industry: Aerospace / Defense / Aviation

Benefits: Medical, dental, and vision (Cigna)

Perks: Bonus potential + Priority access via Tier 1 supplier

Openings Nationwide: Thousands of opportunities across the U.S.

Qualifying Questions:

Are you a U.S. person as defined under ITAR regulations?

Do you meet the educational and experience requirements for this role?

Can you commute to the job location or relocate if necessary?

Summary:

Apply advanced technical knowledge to troubleshoot and resolve avionics issues beyond standard manuals

Analyze aircraft circuits, signal flow, and waveforms using complex test equipment

Perform bench and flight line operational testing and troubleshooting in accordance with DOD, manufacturer, and company directives

Assemble, install, modify, and test wire bundles and avionics components

Interpret and work from schematics, blueprints, wire diagrams, charts, and technical instructions

Diagnose and correct malfunctions in assembly and modification processes

Use precision measuring instruments and tools to verify quality and conformance

Ensure compliance with all safety, hazardous energy, and lockout/tagout procedures

Assist with training and mentoring less senior technicians

Lead or support teams on complex aircraft tasks as needed

Collaborate with management and peers to assess and improve work processes

Support other disciplines (Structures, General Mechanics, Electrics) to meet cost and schedule goals

Maintain required certifications, licenses, and permits

Perform physical tasks including ladder climbing, confined space work, and lifting up to 35 lbs

Requirements:

High school diploma or GED

4+ years of related avionics or electronics experience (or equivalent education/experience)

Experience with C-17 or other heavy aircraft platforms

Experience with aircraft avionics systems (Comm/Nav, Data Links, Radar, Electronic Systems)

4+ years reading and working from schematics, specifications, and assembly drawings

3+ years experience with aircraft computer systems and basic office software

Familiarity with hazardous energy and lockout/tagout procedures

Ability to maintain regular and predictable attendance

Must be a U.S. Citizen (as defined by ITAR).