Senior Aircraft Avionics Technician
Keep Aerospace Mission-Ready — Join Us as a Senior Aircraft Avionics Technician
Elevate Your Career with PDS Tech Commercial Supporting a Global Aerospace Industry Leader
Location: Grand Prairie, TX | Payrate: $42.50/hour
PDS Tech Commercial is seeking a highly skilled Senior Aircraft Avionics Technician to support a premier aerospace organization’s Maintenance & Repair (MAR) team. If you’re an experienced helicopter avionics technician with a passion for precision, troubleshooting, and advanced aircraft systems, this is your opportunity to work on mission-critical aerospace technology in a dynamic, high-performance environment.
In this role, you’ll perform advanced avionics maintenance, testing, troubleshooting, and repair on electronic aircraft components and systems that directly impact aircraft safety, reliability, and operational readiness. Your expertise will help ensure critical avionics systems meet the highest FAA, customer, and aerospace industry standards.
What You’ll Do
As a Senior Aircraft Technician – Avionics, you’ll play a vital role in maintaining and restoring sophisticated avionics systems and electronic components.
Assembly, Installation, Repair & Replacement
Perform maintenance, repair, and replacement of assigned avionics and electronic components in accordance with Component Maintenance Manuals
Ensure all repairs comply with FAA regulations, customer requirements, and company procedures
Complete maintenance orders and repair documentation accurately and efficiently
Coordinate with internal teams regarding parts requests, supplies, and Aircraft on Ground (AOG) priorities
Verify maintenance data and technical documentation are current and up to date
Follow DOT and FAA regulations, including participation in random drug and alcohol testing programs
Testing & Troubleshooting
Set up and operate automated and bench test equipment per maintenance manuals
Diagnose and isolate faults from LRU level to SRU and component level
Troubleshoot and repair electronic components including transistors, resistors, capacitors, integrated circuits, and diodes
Perform through-hole soldering and component replacement on printed circuit boards (PCB)
Utilize computer systems and software including Windows, SAP, HTML, ZOC, RS232, and IEEE for testing and reporting
Final Testing & Quality Assurance
Conduct final testing in accordance with Component Maintenance Manuals
Ensure compliance with OSHA, environmental, and safety regulations
Adhere to Electrostatic Sensitive Device (ESD) handling processes throughout repair activities
Maintain serviceability and calibration status of tools and test equipment
Coordinate with warehouse and supply teams to obtain required materials and components
What You Bring
We’re seeking a technically skilled avionics professional with strong troubleshooting capabilities and a commitment to quality and safety.
Required Qualifications
High School Diploma or equivalent
Minimum of four (4) years of experience in aviation avionics systems installation, maintenance, troubleshooting, and inspection
Ability to read and interpret electronic schematics
Understanding of electronic circuits and component-level troubleshooting
Ability to diagnose and repair defective electronic components on PCBs
Experience soldering electronic components and performing through-hole soldering
Basic computer proficiency
Strong verbal and written communication skills in English
Ability to work independently and make sound technical decisions during troubleshooting and repair activities
Preferred Qualifications
Trade school or technical training in avionics or electronics
FCC License
Through-hole soldering certification
Knowledge of:
Micro-computer and micro-controller systems
Bus interface systems
Discrete I/O
ARINC-429 avionics communication standards
Experience with Microsoft Office, SAP, ZOC, and RS232 test software
Apply Today
If you’re ready to bring your avionics expertise, troubleshooting skills, and passion for aerospace maintenance to a world-class environment, we want to hear from you.
Apply now to join PDS Tech Commercial as a Senior Aircraft Technician – Avionics and help power the future of aerospace excellence.
This position requires use of information or access to facilities subject to the International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR) and/or Export Administration Regulations (EAR). These regulations may limit access of controlled technologies: 1) to U.S. Persons, including U.S. Citizens, lawful permanent residents, and other narrow categories including refugees and asylees, or 2) to certain foreign nationals that have received an export license.
Massachusetts Candidates Only: It is unlawful in Massachusetts to require or administer a lie detector test as a condition of employment or continued employment. An employer who violates this law shall be subject to criminal penalties and civil liability.
