Avionics Technician (all levels

Job Overview

Varstaff is searching for an Avionics Technician (all levels) for Hagerstown. As an Avionics Technician IV, you will perform avionics maintenance in accordance with FCC, FAA, and company policies and regulations. You will handle moderately complex installation, testing, troubleshooting, and repair of avionics components, and maintain test equipment, tools, and manuals.

• Frequently walk, sit, stand, climb stairs and steps.
• Frequently repeat same hand, arm, and finger motions many times, requiring finger and hand dexterity.
• Requires vision: close, distance, depth perception, and color distinction.
• Requires hearing: discerning different tones and volumes.
• Occasionally lift or carry up to 50 lbs.

• Frequently exposed to outdoor elements (high/low temperatures, sun, rain/snow, etc.).
• Frequently exposed to fumes or hazardous chemicals/materials.
• Frequently exposed to loud noises.

• Responsible for safety or security of people or property.
• Inspects, handles, or transports explosives, dangerous or hazardous materials.
• Inspects structures, equipment, or vehicles.
• Performs aviation-related duties.
• Operates or supervises vehicles, heavy or dangerous equipment or machinery.

This position demands hands‑on proficiency with harness assembly and aircraft modification, including harness routing, connector termination, ring‑out, and functional testing. These specialized skills are crucial to ensure the proper integration and performance of complex aircraft systems during modification projects. Candidates will be expected to demonstrate experience with terminating the following connector types:

Experience with TRIAX, QUADRAX, Fiber-Optic assemblies, and El Ochito RF Connectors is not required but would certainly be a nice‑to‑have.

• Own tools in good working order.
• Understand and interpret moderately complex technical schematics, diagrams, blueprints, manuals, and/or publications; ability to route wires per technical drawings.
• Advanced skills with moderately complex avionics installation tooling, wiring, wiring repair, wiring installation, soldering, and crimping techniques.
• Familiarity with FCC and FCC GROL.
• Ability to mentor and guide subordinates.
• Basic understanding of spectrometer, oscilloscope, and/or pitot static equipment.
• Background in the Aerospace & Defense industry, US Department of Defense or US Military.
• Ability to obtain and maintain a Security Clearance may be required.

• High school diploma or GED equivalent (or higher education). Typically 10 or more years of relevant experience; a higher-level degree may substitute for experience.
• Related experience may be considered in lieu of required education.