Program: Fighter Aircraft Production (F-16)

Environment: Aircraft Assembly / Production Hangar

No tools required- all tools will be provided

Must be open to working overnight and/or weekend shifts as needed

Position Summary

The Avionics Technician – Assembly supports aircraft production by installing, routing, terminating, testing, and troubleshooting avionics and electrical systems during the assembly process. This role requires strong hands-on avionics experience in a manufacturing or assembly environment and the ability to work from engineering drawings, schematics, and technical orders while maintaining strict quality standards.

Essential Duties & Responsibilities

• Install, route, secure, and terminate avionics wiring, harnesses, and components during aircraft assembly
• Perform continuity checks, functional tests, and operational checks of avionics systems
• Troubleshoot and repair electrical and avionics discrepancies using schematics and wiring diagrams
• Perform soldering, crimping, pinning, de-pinning, and connector assembly to aerospace standards
• Support aircraft power-on, system integration, and final assembly testing
• Document work performed in accordance with quality and configuration control requirements
• Follow FOD control, tool accountability, and safety procedures at all times
• Collaborate with production, engineering, and quality teams to resolve technical issues

• 6+ years of hands-on avionics experience in aircraft assembly, production, modification, or maintenance environments
• Experience working with aircraft wiring installations and avionics system integration
• Ability to read and interpret schematics, blueprints, wiring diagrams, and technical orders
• Proficiency with avionics test equipment (multimeters, ohm meters, continuity testers)
• Ability to work assigned shifts, including overnight and weekend shifts as required
• Ability to meet program requirements including U.S. citizenship and a valid U.S. driver’s license

Preferred Qualifications

• F-16 or other fixed-wing military aircraft experience
• Production or final assembly line experience
• Prior experience supporting defense or military aviation programs

Work Environment

• Aircraft assembly hangar setting
• Physical requirements include standing, kneeling, bending, and working in confined spaces
• Regular use of hand tools, avionics test equipment, and aircraft components