Avionics Technician

About the role

Clear Star Aviation is a fast-moving FAA Part 145 repair station at Addison Airport (KADS). We work on everything from piston to turboprop to light/mid jets, and we're looking for an Avionics Technician who's solid, dependable, and takes pride in clean installs and clean paperwork.

Responsibilities

• Install, troubleshoot, repair, and test aircraft avionics systems and components
• Perform avionics upgrades, retrofits, wiring repairs, and harness fabrication
• Use wiring diagrams/schematics to diagnose faults efficiently (and correctly)
• Conduct operational checks, pitot/static checks as applicable, and return-to-service testing
• Document work performed clearly and accurately (logbook entries, work orders)
• Cook up with maintenance/inspection teams to keep projects moving and customers happy
• Maintain a safe, organized work area and follow shop procedures and quality standards

Requirements

• 3–5 years hands-on avionics experience in GA, turboprop, and/or business aviation
• Comfortable troubleshooting (not just swapping boxes)
• Strong wiring skills: crimping, soldering (as needed), routing, lacing, shielding, terminations
• Familiar with common test equipment (DMM, ramp testers, etc.) and avionics tooling
• Able to read and interpret wiring diagrams, installation manuals, and service docs
• Reliable, team-oriented, and able to manage priorities in a busy shop

Qualifications

• Preferred aircraft experience: Light & Mid Jets (Cessna Citation: CJ series, Embraer: Phenom 100/300, Learjet: 35/36, 40/45, 70/75, Beechcraft: King Air 90/100/200/300 series, Pilatus: PC-12, Daher: TBM 700/850/900/910/940)
• Popular Turboprops: (Beechcraft: King Air 90/100/200/300 series, Pilatus: PC-12)
• Preferred Garmin avionics installation/troubleshooting experience (G1000/G3000/G5000, GTN, etc.)
• Previous Part 145 environment experience