Avionics Technician III

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. #InnovatingBeyondLimits

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 III is an experienced technician responsible for advanced installation, maintenance, testing, and troubleshooting of aircraft avionics systems in accordance with FAA, FCC, and company regulations. This role requires expert-level skills in avionics wiring, system diagnostics, and component repair, along with a strong understanding of technical schematics and electrical diagrams. Based in Hagerstown, Maryland, this full-time, one-year contract position offers a competitive hourly rate of $35–$45, providing the opportunity to contribute to mission-critical aerospace projects while maintaining the highest standards of precision, safety, and compliance.

Duties & Responsibilities

Install, inspect, and test complex avionics systems and electrical components on various aircraft platforms
Perform advanced troubleshooting and repairs on avionics equipment to ensure optimal functionality and compliance with FAA and FCC standards
Interpret and apply technical schematics, blueprints, and manuals to perform precise wiring, routing, and system integration tasks
Execute high-level wiring and installation work, including soldering, crimping, and connector assembly, using specialized avionics tools and techniques
Calibrate and maintain avionics testing equipment, such as oscilloscopes, spectrometers, and pitot-static systems
Document maintenance actions, test results, and repairs in accordance with company and regulatory standards
Ensure strict adherence to safety procedures, particularly when handling hazardous materials or operating heavy machinery and test equipment
Collaborate with engineering, quality assurance, and maintenance teams to identify and resolve system issues efficiently
Support training and mentorship of junior technicians by sharing expertise and best practices in avionics installation and maintenance

Supervisory Responsibilities

No immediate direct reports

Skills & Qualifications

High school diploma or GED equivalent and typically 5 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 and interpret basic applicable technical schematics, diagrams, blueprints, manuals, and/or publications
Ability to route wires per technical drawings
Advanced skills with avionics installation tooling, wiring, wiring repair, wiring installation, soldering, and crimping techniques

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
Ability to obtain and maintain a Security Clearance may be required

Work Environment

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

Compensation

Position offers an hourly W2 Rate between $35 - $45, 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.