Avionics Technician

Avionics Technician / Aircraft Electrician – F/A-18

This role focuses on troubleshooting, installing, repairing, maintaining, and modifying avionics and electrical systems on F/A-18 aircraft, including Super Hornet variants. You will work on complex systems such as radar, communications, and secure communications equipment, ensuring aircraft are mission-ready and fully compliant with technical and operational standards.

Responsibilities

• Perform advanced avionics troubleshooting on F/A-18 aircraft to identify and resolve issues in electrical and electronic systems.
• Install, repair, and maintain avionics and electrical components, including radar packages and communications systems.
• Execute modifications and upgrades to radar packages, communications, and Comm Sec equipment, as well as other avionics enhancements as required.
• Read, interpret, and work from electrical schematics, wiring diagrams, and technical publications to perform accurate installations and repairs.
• Install and route wiring harnesses and fiber optic cables in accordance with aviation standards and aircraft specifications.
• Conduct operational level (O-level) maintenance on avionics and electrical systems for F/A-18E/F and related fighter jet platforms.
• Perform depot and heavy maintenance tasks on aircraft electrical systems with a focus on fighter jet platforms.
• Inspect, test, and verify the performance and integrity of avionics systems after installation, repair, or modification.
• Document maintenance actions, repairs, and modifications in accordance with applicable procedures and standards.
• Collaborate with other technicians, engineers, and support personnel to ensure safe, efficient, and high-quality aircraft maintenance.
• Follow all safety protocols and maintenance procedures while working in hangar and flightline environments.

Essential Skills

• 4–7 years of depot or heavy maintenance experience on aircraft electrical systems, preferably on fighter jets.
• Hands-on experience with F-18 or F/A-18E/F Super Hornet aircraft strongly preferred.
• Avionics systems troubleshooting, installation, maintenance, and repair on military or equivalent aircraft.
• Experience with O-level (operational level) maintenance on aircraft avionics and electrical systems.
• Proficiency in reading and interpreting electrical schematics, wiring diagrams, and technical manuals.
• Ability to install, route, and terminate aircraft wiring harnesses and electrical cabling.
• Experience with fiber optic cable installation and maintenance in an aviation environment.
• Familiarity with radar systems, communications systems, and Comm Sec equipment on fighter aircraft.
• Prior Navy rating of AE (Aviation Electrician’s Mate) or AT (Aviation Electronics Technician) is highly preferred.
• Experience with NAV or “magic box” avionics systems is highly preferred.
• Eligibility to obtain and maintain a SECRET security clearance.
• Eligibility to obtain required badging for access to facilities and programs.
• Strong attention to detail and adherence to aviation maintenance and safety standards.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

• Previous experience supporting U.S. Navy aircraft or similar military aviation programs.
• Experience working on flightline and hangar-based maintenance operations.
• Ability to work from technical data, engineering change orders, and modification instructions.
• Strong problem-solving skills and the ability to diagnose complex avionics and electrical issues.
• Effective communication skills to coordinate with team members and support personnel.
• Commitment to quality, safety, and continuous improvement in maintenance practices.

Why Work Here?

You will support critical missions for the U.S. Navy while working with highly reputable government integrators on advanced fighter aircraft programs. The role offers a stable program environment, recognition of federal and government holidays, and the opportunity to contribute directly to the readiness of U.S. Navy warfighters. You will work with experienced professionals on sophisticated avionics systems, gaining valuable exposure to cutting-edge defense technology and long-term career growth opportunities.

Work Environment

You will work primarily in an aircraft hangar environment with some duties on the flightline. Most work takes place indoors and is generally protected from direct exposure to the elements, although the hangar is not climate-controlled and temperatures may vary with the seasons. The position requires flexibility to work either 1st or 2nd shift as assigned. You will work around active aircraft, ground support equipment, and standard aviation maintenance tools and test equipment, following all safety and operational procedures appropriate to a fighter jet maintenance setting.

This is a Contract to Hire position based out of San Antonio, TX.

The pay range for this position is $35.00 - $40.00/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)

This is a fully onsite position in San Antonio,TX.

This position is anticipated to close on May 12, 2026.

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.