Avionics Technician

Ascent Aviation Services•Marana, AZ

1d•Onsite

About The Position

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 are 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.

Requirements

1-3 years of aircraft avionics experience
A or A&P License and/or FCC license preferred.
Ability to organize and plan work adhering to deadlines
Attention to detail
High School Diploma or equivalent required. Post secondary education or training in aircraft maintenance required
Ability to read, write, and understand English, including following verbal and written instructions.

Nice To Haves

A or A&P License and/or FCC license preferred.

Responsibilities

Research technical data and performs inspection, testing, adjusting, and repairing of avionics equipment, such as radar, radio, navigation, auto pilot, and compass systems, installed in aircraft in accordance with applicable maintenance manuals, FAA regulations and Ascent Aviation Services policies and procedures.
Accomplished maintenance actions are concisely and accurately recorded on repair station and/or customer provided approved documents.
Inspects components of avionics equipment for defects, such as loose connections and frayed wire, and for accuracy of assembly and installation. Tests 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.
Adjusts, repairs, or replaces defective components based on analysis of test results, following blueprints, schematics, handbooks, and other technical documents.
Calibrates installed or repaired equipment to prescribed specifications.
Ensures that proper documentation is made on training record for training received, and signed by Lead, Supervisor, or Manager.
Performs maintenance duties away from base on temporary duty.
Performs maintenance work such as repair and maintenance of company equipment and shop housecleaning.
Ensure that all work performed is done in a safe manner. Directs activities to protect employees from harm and maintain safe working conditions.