Aircraft Avionics Technician I

Aircraft Handling Knowledge

Understanding of safe grounding, electrostatic discharge precautions, and aircraft handling procedures relevant to electrical work.

Maintenance Record Keeping

Ability to accurately document all electrical maintenance, troubleshooting, and repairs in required logs and systems.

Quality Verification

Demonstrated skill in verifying that work meets required standards for reliability, safety, and airworthiness.

Line Maintenance Experience

Capability to support electrical systems during flight-line operations with routine troubleshooting and minor repairs.

Operational Flexibility

Effective teamwork and independent work habits, with readiness for varying shift structures and travel.

Qualifications

• Must possess or be eligible for the required security clearance.

Job Description

You will be an Aircraft Avionics Technician I. Our team is committed to delivering exceptional results, and we're looking for a highly skilled and experienced Aircraft Avionics Technician I to join our team.

What You Will Be Doing:

• The Avionics Technician I (Level I) provides entry-level electrical and avionics maintenance, troubleshooting, and repair for the SOF GLSS rotary-wing fleets.
• The duties of this title will perform many tasks independently.
• The candidate will commonly assist or work within general instructions from higher rated employees in the environment.
• The duties will include scheduled and unscheduled modifications, inspections, and ensure all electrical systems meet airworthiness standards to support time-critical Special Operations missions.

Why Join Us

This position supports our Special Operations Forces – Global Logistics Support Services (SOF GLSS) contract, the U.S. Special Operations Command’s largest service contract vehicle, providing tailored logistics, maintenance, and sustainment services.

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Further Information About This Opportunity:

• This position is in Lexington.
• Discover more about our Lexington, Kentucky location.

Mandatory Requirements

• MUST BE A U.S. CITIZEN
• This position is located at a facility that requires special access.
• The selected candidate must be able to obtain a Secret clearance.
• A company-sponsored interim Secret clearance is required to start.

Desired Skills

• Specific Aircraft Electrical Experience
• Experience with MD-500 / AH-MH-6 or similar small-helicopter platforms – troubleshooting, repairs, modifications, and component replacement.
• Familiarity with Larger Helicopter Airframes Knowledge of electrical systems on CH-MH-47 and UH-MH-60 airframes; ability to support multiple platforms.
• Specializations (optional)
• Avionics Systems – Calibration of navigation, communication, and flight-control electronics.
• Power Generation & Distribution – Maintenance of generators, batteries, wiring harnesses, circuit protection devices.
• Electrical Troubleshooting – Proficient use of diagnostic tools (e.g., multimeters, oscilloscopes, avionics test sets).
• Certifications
• FAA Airframe & Powerplant (A&P) license, DoD/USAF avionics or electrical certification, or equivalent military qualifications preferred.
• Technical Training
• Completion of aircraft electrical/avionics maintenance courses (e.g., Rotor-Wing Electrical Maintenance School).

Other Important Information

• By applying to this job, you are expressing interest in this position and could be considered for other career opportunities where similar skills and requirements have been identified as a match.
• Should this match be identified you may be contacted for this and future openings.
• Ability to work remotely
• Onsite
• Full-time