Job Title: Avionics Technician

This role is based in Midland, TX. The position offers relocation bonuses and monthly stipends, in addition to hourly pay rates.

Job Description

We are seeking skilled and detail-oriented Avionics Technicians to support the assembly and integration of avionics systems within our satellite production line. The primary focus will be on harness dressing, routing, securing wire harnesses, and the installation of avionics components in accordance with aerospace standards and engineering documentation.

Responsibilities

• Perform harness dressing, including routing, lacing, shielding, and clamping of cables and harnesses within spacecraft modules.
• Install avionics equipment such as boxes, heaters, RTDs, connectors, following interface control documents (ICDs) and installation drawings.
• Interpret and work from electrical schematics, wiring diagrams, installation drawings, and work instructions.
• Ensure compliance with IPC/WHMA-A-620, NASA-STD-8739.4, and company quality standards.
• Utilize tools such as torque drivers, wire strippers, crimpers, heat guns, and harness forming boards.
• Conduct point-to-point continuity checks and support in-process quality inspections.
• Maintain cleanroom protocols and electrostatic discharge (ESD) controls during assembly operations.
• Document work performed and report any non-conformances (NCRs) to engineering and quality teams.
• Collaborate closely with engineering, quality, and integration teams to resolve technical issues.

Essential Skills

• High school diploma or equivalent; technical certification in avionics or aerospace assembly preferred.
• 2+ years of experience in avionics harnessing, preferably in aerospace or satellite manufacturing.
• Proficient with harness dressing standards and practices in aerospace environments.
• Ability to read and interpret technical drawings, wiring schematics, and work instructions.
• Strong attention to detail, manual dexterity, and commitment to quality.
• Willingness to work in a cleanroom environment with PPE as required.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

• Familiarity with CIRRIS or similar harness testing systems is a plus.
• IPC/WHMA-A-620 or NASA workmanship certification is highly desirable.

Why Work Here?

We offer a supportive and collaborative work environment that encourages professional growth and development. Employees benefit from relocation assistance, mileage reimbursement, and monthly stipends, creating a comprehensive package that supports both personal and professional well-being.

Work Environment

The role is situated within a cleanroom environment, requiring adherence to strict protocols and the use of PPE as necessary. This environment is equipped with advanced technologies and equipment essential for the precise and high-quality assembly of satellite avionics systems.

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

The pay range for this position is $42.00 - $42.00/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 Apr 20, 2026.

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.