St. Paul, MN - Avionics Technician

About the role

The Avionics Technician performs inspection, testing, troubleshooting, repairing, removal and replacement of aircraft instrument and avionics components and systems using various hand tools and test equipment to meet manufacturer's specifications, FAR's, industry standards, and Repair Station General Operating Manual (RSGOM) in a safe and organized work area. This position may also serve as a Qualified Inspector (QI), complete accurate documentation, and communicate with customers regarding technical issues.

Responsibilities

• Troubleshoot, repair, test, remove and replace avionics and instrument wiring and systems in various airframes using hand tools, test equipment, technical documents, and reference materials.
• Order necessary parts to complete the job.
• Inspect components and aircraft systems as a Qualified Inspector as needed.
• Enter description of work completed on work orders and properly document removal and installation of aircraft parts per approved data and Duncan Aviation procedures.
• Assist bench technicians in resolving discrepancies in avionics and instrument components removed from aircraft.
• Provide on‑the‑job training to less experienced technicians.
• Accompany flight crews for in‑flight troubleshooting and adjustments; perform preflight evaluations of avionics and instrument systems.
• Communicate professionally with internal and external customers to educate and answer questions about aircraft technical functions.
• Maintain and clean line maintenance test equipment and work area as required.
• Operate ground support equipment as necessary.
• Attend factory and company technical classes and participate in OJT to increase technical skills.
• Maintain technical training log.
• Be available to provide continuation of service and act as point of contact for customers before or after scheduled hours.
• Perform other duties as assigned by management.

Requirements

• Eligibility for Repairman's Certificate; QI designation.
• Valid Driver's License with acceptable driving record.
• Regularly scheduled attendance required; on‑call and occasional multiple night travel rotation.
• Physical: routinely lift up to 50 lbs., occasionally up to 100 lbs.; tolerate confined spaces and heights above four feet; read small print and identify colors; hear sounds associated with mechanical deficiencies; perform repetitive motion; work with moving parts and vibration; tolerate standing, walking, bending, kneeling, stooping, crouching, crawling, climbing and sitting.
• Environmental: tolerate extreme temperatures and noisy environments.

Qualifications

• Avionics Technician I: Associate’s degree in avionics, electronics, airframe/engine maintenance or related field or equivalent; minimum one year avionics, electronics, airframe maintenance or related experience preferred.
• Avionics Technician II: Associate’s degree in avionics, electronics, airframe/engine maintenance or related field or equivalent; minimum two years avionics, electronics, airframe maintenance or related experience required.
• Avionics Technician III: Associate’s degree in avionics, electronics, airframe/engine maintenance or related field or equivalent; minimum five years avionics, electronics, airframe maintenance or related experience required.

Benefits

• Comprehensive benefits package (Medical, Dental, Vision, Vacation/Holiday).
• Relocation assistance for those who qualify.
• 401(k) contribution with 50% match on first 6% contributed (eligible after first 45 days).
• Tool account program (interest‑free payments to acquire and grow tool inventory).
• In‑house training opportunities.
• Tuition assistance for further education.
• Health Savings Account (employer and employee contributions).

Pay

• Satellite Avionics Technician I: $32.40‑$36.50 per hour.
• Satellite Avionics Technician II: $35.40‑$41.10 per hour.
• Satellite Avionics Technician III: $39.60‑$46.75 per hour.