Avionics Technician; Installer

Ascent Aviation Services is one of the largest aviation maintenance, repair, overhaul, storage and reclamation operations in the world. Our strength comes from our talented and professional employees who excel through teamwork and enthusiasm. Ascent Aviation Services continues to grow and is continually looking for motivated and career‑minded aviation professionals who will support our vision and goals.

At Ascent Aviation Services, our Avionics Technicians uphold our core values of Respect, Safety, Quality, and Results while ensuring the highest standards of aircraft reliability. In this role, you will research technical data, perform inspections, testing, adjustments, and repairs on avionics systems—including radar, radio, navigation, autopilot, and compass systems—in accordance with FAA regulations, maintenance manuals, and company procedures.

As a 24/7 operation, we have openings across all shifts—including standard day shifts, 2nd shift, weekend shifts, and 12-hour shifts. Candidates must be flexible and willing to be assigned to any shift based on operational needs.

• Research technical data and perform inspections, testing, adjustments, and repairs of avionics equipment, such as radar, radio, navigation, autopilot, and compass systems, installed in aircraft in accordance with applicable maintenance manuals, FAA regulations and Ascent Aviation Services policies and procedures.
• Accurately record maintenance actions on repair station and/or customer provided approved documents.
• Inspect components of avionics equipment for defects, such as loose connections and frayed wire, and for accuracy of assembly and installation. Test avionics equipment under simulated or actual operating conditions to determine performance and airworthiness, using test equipment such as oscilloscopes, digital meters and counters, and circuit analyzers.
• Adjust, repair, or replace defective components based on analysis of test results, following blueprints, schematics, handbooks, and other technical documents.
• Calibrate installed or repaired equipment to prescribed specifications.
• Operate avionics testing equipment such as VOR/ILS tester, fuel quality tester, DME tester, pitot-static tester, volt‑ohm meter, hi‑lifts, stands, ladders.
• Ensure that proper documentation is made on training record for training received, and signed by Lead, Supervisor, or Manager.
• Perform maintenance duties away from base on temporary duty.
• Perform maintenance work such as repair and maintenance of company equipment and shop housekeeping.
• Ensure that all work performed is done in a safe manner. Direct activities to protect employees from harm and maintain safe working conditions.

• 401(k) with Company Match
• Medical/Dental/Vision Insurance
• PTO - Eligible for 3 weeks in your first year, in addition to 7 paid company holidays
• Company‑Provided Short‑Term Disability, Long‑Term Disability, and Life Insurance
• Development and Career Growth Opportunities

• 1‑3 years of aircraft avionics technician experience.
• Ability to organize and plan work adhering to deadlines and strong attention to detail.
• A or A&P License and/or FCC license preferred.

• High School Diploma or equivalent required.
• Post‑secondary education or training in aircraft maintenance, preferably Avionics, required.
• Ability to read, write, and understand English, including following verbal and written instructions.

• Requires sitting, standing or walking for extended periods of time.
• Requires frequent walking, climbing and lifting, bending, reaching shoulder level, carrying, pushing or pulling weight up to 50 pounds.
• Requires eye‑hand coordination and manual dexterity.
• Requires corrected vision and hearing to normal range.

• Protective equipment required:
  Goggles, safety glasses, face shields, ear protection, apron, gloves, safety harness, breathing equipment.

• The work location will include aircraft maintenance hangars, the flightline, and avionics shop.
• Potential hazards include exposure to high intensity noise levels, extreme changes in temperature,…