Avionics Technician
Also posted as Also posted as: Avionics Technician II, Sr Avionics Technician, Technician II
An avionics technician inspects, tests, and repairs the electronic, communication, navigation, and flight-control systems used in aircraft and some unmanned aerial systems. It is hands-on work in hangars, shops, and field environments where accurate testing and documentation matter.
Below: what it pays, what you'd do, the skills you need, and how to become one.
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Test electronic systems
Inspect and bench-test navigation, communication, and control electronics.
Troubleshoot to component
Trace faults through wiring, boards, and systems with test equipment.
Repair and replace
Swap and repair components, then verify performance to spec.
Certify the work
Document inspections and repairs to strict regulatory standards.
What skills do you need?
Three core skills sit at the heart of this role. You can learn all of them through short, hands-on training.
Electronics
Testing, repairing, and replacing circuit boards, sensors, and electronic assemblies.
Controls
Troubleshooting and tuning the control systems that automate equipment and processes.
Troubleshooting
Isolating root causes fast using a systematic, test-driven approach.
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