Avionics Technician IV

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 IV is a senior-level technical role responsible for performing advanced avionics maintenance, installation, and troubleshooting in accordance with FAA, FCC, and industry regulations. This position supports aviation operations by ensuring aircraft avionics systems function safely, reliably, and efficiently. Working onsite in Hagerstown, MD, the technician will handle moderately complex avionics installations, wiring, and repairs while maintaining test equipment and documentation.

The ideal candidate brings extensive hands-on avionics experience, strong technical interpretation skills, and a background in aerospace, defense, or military environments. This role is safety-sensitive and may require eligibility for a security clearance, making it ideal for seasoned avionics professionals seeking a long-term contract opportunity in the aerospace and defense sector.

Duties & Responsibilities

Perform avionics maintenance in compliance with FCC, FAA, and company regulations
Install, test, troubleshoot, and repair moderately complex avionics systems and components
Interpret and apply technical schematics, wiring diagrams, blueprints, and manuals
Route, install, repair, solder, and crimp avionics wiring according to technical drawings
Maintain and properly use avionics test equipment, tools, and technical documentation
Inspect aircraft systems, structures, equipment, and vehicles to ensure safety and compliance
Operate or supervise the use of vehicles, heavy equipment, or specialized avionics machinery
Handle and inspect hazardous materials in accordance with safety protocols
Work in safety-sensitive environments while ensuring the protection of people and property
Mentor and guide junior technicians as needed (preferred)

Supervisory Responsibilities

No immediate direct reports

Skills & Qualifications

High school diploma or GED equivalent and typically 10 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 moderately complex, technical schematics, diagrams, blueprints, manuals, and/or publications
Ability to route wires per technical drawings
Advanced skills with moderately complex avionics installation tooling, wiring, wiring repair, wiring installation, soldering' and crimping techniques

Preferred Experience

Familiarity with FCC and FCC GROL
Ability to mentor and guide team
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 $40 - $48, 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.