Avionics Technician

Job Title: Avionics Technician

Location: Mesa, AZ

Compensation: $30 - $37/hr

Per Diem: Split per diem available for qualified candidates*

Job Description

Join an innovative team in the aerospace industry and contribute to the development of advanced spacecraft. This role involves working on the unique avionics architecture of a full fly-by-wire spaceship. Key tasks include harness installation, wire tying, wire bundle routing, wire stripping, terminations, and troubleshooting. Utilize various shop tools and machinery such as multimeters, soldering irons, crimpers, wire strippers, and cutters.

What You'll Do

• Install and build avionics wiring and harnesses on a fly-by-wire spacecraft
• Route, tie, strip, crimp, solder, and terminate wires
• Install avionics components (LRUs, sensors, DAUs)
• Troubleshoot electrical and avionics issues
• Use standard avionics tools (multimeter, soldering iron, crimpers, wire strippers)
• Follow drawings, work instructions, and safety/FOD procedures
• Work closely with other technicians and engineers on the shop floor

What We're Looking For:

Required

• 3+ years of avionics or aircraft electrical experience
• Hands-on wire harness installation and troubleshooting experience
• Ability to read wiring diagrams and blueprints
• Comfortable using computers to follow work instructions
• High school diploma (or equivalent)
• Able to lift up to 50 lbs and wear PPE

Preferred

• A&P training or certification
• Experience building/installing LRUs
• Spacecraft or advanced aerospace experience
• Lean manufacturing familiarity

Why Work Here?

Work in the exciting space sector with opportunities for growth and development. Benefit from comprehensive health and wellness programs, including medical, dental, vision, and mental health support. Enjoy financial security with competitive pay, bonuses, equity, and a 401k with a 100% match on the first 6%. Take advantage of flexibility and time off with PTO, holidays, and parental leave.

Work Environment

Work in a temperature-controlled aircraft hangar, with some humidity due to the nature of the aircraft parts. The role is based on a 2nd shift schedule from 4 PM to 2:30 AM, Thursday to Sunday, with the possibility of overtime. The initial contract is for six months, with potential for permanent placement based on performance.

This is a Contract position based out of Phoenix, AZ.

The pay range for this position is $30.00 - $37.00/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 Phoenix,AZ.

This position is anticipated to close on Jan 27, 2026.

About Aerotek:

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.