Avionics Technician II

Full-time Contract Position – Hagerstown, MD

Our Client delivers customer-focused operations and best-of-breed integrations in the aerospace and defense sectors. Through leading-edge technologies and transformative solutions, it has been honored as one of the most innovative U.S. companies in space, a Tier One Superior Supplier for the U.S. Air Force, and one of America’s fastest-growing corporations. The Mission Solutions and Technologies (MST) team also provides affordable, turn-key command/control, communications, integrated ISR, force protection, and security solutions worldwide. #SkyHighInnovation

The Company

Our Client’s mission is to stay ahead of the curve, developing solutions today to tackle the challenges of tomorrow. With over 60 years of leadership, they have driven transformative change in the aerospace and defense industry. Their innovative solutions provide connected protection through advanced command, control, and communications platforms, along with capabilities in ISR, cyber, electromagnetic spectrum management, and more, ensuring national security across multiple domains. Dedicated to expanding the industrial base and delivering open architecture platforms, our client plays a crucial role in fostering competition, providing value, and accelerating innovation. Their ability to scale and commitment to open architecture set them apart in driving industry progress.

The Position

The Avionics Technician II is responsible for performing advanced installation, maintenance, testing, and troubleshooting of aircraft avionics systems in compliance with FAA, FCC, and company standards. This position requires strong technical aptitude, attention to detail, and proficiency in wiring, soldering, and avionics system repair. Working both independently and as part of a team, the Avionics Technician II ensures aircraft systems meet performance, safety, and regulatory requirements.

Duties & Responsibilities

Install, inspect, test, and repair avionics systems and components in accordance with technical manuals, schematics, and FAA/FCC regulations
Troubleshoot and diagnose electrical and wiring issues, performing corrective actions to ensure optimal performance and safety
Route and secure wiring harnesses and cables following detailed technical drawings and engineering diagrams
Perform soldering, crimping, and connector assembly using approved techniques and installation tooling
Maintain, calibrate, and operate test equipment such as oscilloscopes, spectrometers, and pitot-static systems
Document all maintenance and repairs accurately, ensuring compliance with company procedures and aviation regulations
Support inspection and quality assurance activities, verifying that work meets required specifications and tolerances
Comply with all safety standards, including the handling of hazardous materials and the operation of vehicles or heavy equipment in accordance with safety-sensitive regulations
Collaborate with engineering and maintenance teams to resolve complex avionics or electrical issues efficiently

Supervisory Responsibilities

No immediate direct reports

Skills & Qualifications

High school diploma or GED equivalent and typically 2 or more years of relevant experience
A higher-level degree may substitute for experience
Related experience may be considered in lieu of required education
Must have own tools in good working order
Ability to understand applicable technical schematics, diagrams, blueprints, manuals, and/or publications
Ability to route wires per technical drawings
Basic skills with avionics installation tooling, wiring, wiring repair, and wiring installation
Experience with soldering and crimping techniques
Ability to obtain and maintain a Security Clearance may be required

Preferred Experience

Familiarity with FCC and FCC GROL
Basic understanding of spectrometer, oscilloscope. and/or pitot static equipment
Background in the Aerospace and Defense Industry, the US Department of Defense or US Military

Work Environment

On-site position located in Hagerstown, Maryland
This is a 1-year contract

Compensation

Position offers an hourly W2 Rate between $30 - $40, with additional benefits

Requirements

Because this client is a Federal Government Contractor performing services for the DoD, US Air Force, NASA and others, they do require US, Non-Dual Citizenship

Certificates, Licenses, Registrations

None required

Other Duties

Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities and activities may change at any time with or without notice.

This company is an equal opportunity employer. We evaluate qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, and other legally protected characteristics.