Aircraft Avionics Systems Technician
PDS TechShape the future of flight in San Antonio, TX
Picture your day: the hangar doors glide open, morning light floods in, and you step up to ensure an aircraft’s electronic heart is healthy and mission-ready. As our Aircraft Avionics Systems Technician, you’ll be the hands-on expert who keeps navigation, communication, and flight control systems performing flawlessly.
What you’ll do
- Conduct precise inspections, diagnostics, and repairs on a wide range of avionics components and systems.
- Execute scheduled maintenance and implement upgrades across aircraft electronic systems to enhance reliability.
- Decode complex technical manuals, wiring diagrams, schematics, and blueprints to guide your work.
- Partner with mechanics, engineers, and inspectors to achieve peak aircraft performance.
- Record all work thoroughly and accurately to meet regulatory and company documentation standards.
- Track emerging avionics technologies and apply industry best practices on the job.
- Champion a rigorous safety culture and adhere to all company policies and aviation regulations.
What you bring
- High school diploma or equivalent; a technical degree in avionics or a related discipline is preferred.
- 4+ years of hands-on experience as an avionics mechanic/technician or closely related role.
- Deep familiarity with navigation, communication, and flight control systems.
- Confidence interpreting technical documents, wiring diagrams, and system schematics.
- Sharp troubleshooting instincts, meticulous attention to detail, and strong follow-through.
- Clear communication skills and a collaborative mindset.
- FAA certification is a plus—or a strong interest in obtaining it.
Benefits and support
We offer medical, dental, vision, life insurance, short-term disability, additional voluntary benefits, an EAP program, commuter benefits, and a 401K plan—giving you the flexibility to choose coverage that fits your needs. Eligible associates may also receive paid time off such as Paid Sick Leave or other paid leave required by Federal, State, or local law, and Holiday pay where applicable.
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Compliance
Equal Opportunity Employer/Veterans/Disabled
The Company will consider qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records in accordance with federal, state, and local laws and/or security clearance requirements, including, as applicable:
- The California Fair Chance Act
- Los Angeles City Fair Chance Ordinance
- Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance for Employers
- San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance
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.