Job Description

As an Aircraft Avionics Technician, you will work on A119 (TH-73) commercial helicopters in their Part 21 Assembly. You will be responsible for assembling, modifying, and installing wire bundles, conductors, and other electrical components. You will also need to document work performed, control equipment status tags, log critical information during installation, and verify parts requests. You should be able to read and interpret schematics, assembly drawings, process specifications, wiring diagrams, technical manuals, and written instructions. You will use a variety of manual hand tools and specialized aircraft test equipment and must communicate effectively with other employees and supervisors. This role requires performing duties on all shifts and in various conditions while wearing required safety equipment.

Responsibilities

• Assemble, modify, and install wire bundles, conductors, and other electrical components.
• Clearly document work performed, control equipment status tags, and log critical information during installation.
• Verify parts requests.
• Read and interpret schematics, assembly drawings, process specifications, wiring diagrams, technical manuals, and written instructions.
• Use a variety of manual hand tools such as crimpers, strippers, wire cutters, heat shrink gun, and complex specialized aircraft test equipment.
• Effectively communicate orally and in writing with other employees, supervisors, and others as required.
• Perform assigned duties on all shifts without encumbrances due to weather or physical location and conditions while wearing required safety equipment.

• Experience with avionics troubleshooting and functional testing.
• Proficiency in aircraft avionics systems, wiring, and wire harnesses.
• Ability to perform avionics installations, repairs, and troubleshooting.
• Knowledge of aircraft electronics, avionics systems, and aircraft maintenance.
• Experience with soldering and coaxial cables.
• Proficiency in reading and interpreting schematics, wiring diagrams, and technical manuals.

• High School Diploma or equivalent.
• 4+ years of electrical/avionic aviation production experience preferred.
• Military experience considered.
• Knowledge of rotary or fixed-wing aircraft.
• General overall knowledge of aviation electrical/avionic components and systems.

This position offers immediate direct hire and contract-to-hire opportunities with one of the industry leaders in aircraft manufacturing. The company provides a competitive compensation package, including a sign-on bonus, annual performance raises, and 30 days of paid time off and holidays. Employees benefit from 100 company-paid benefits for themselves and their families, a 401k plan with a company match up to 6, and yearly bonuses. Additionally, relocation support is available, including a $10K allowance for moving personal items, 60 days of paid housing, and a $5K resettlement allowance bonus. Unlimited overtime and daily per diem are also available for contractors who qualify.

Work Environment

The role involves working on the final assembly helicopter line or flight line. Employees can expect to work on both 1st and 2nd shifts. No tools are required for this position. Safety equipment must be worn as required, and employees should be prepared to work in various conditions.

Job Type & Location

This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Philadelphia, Pennsylvania

The pay range for this position is $30.00 - $43.00/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 Type

This is a fully onsite position in Philadelphia,PA.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Mar 28, 2025.

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.