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Job Description

This contract role offers the opportunity to perform complex avionics installation, modification, and troubleshooting on LUH-72, H-125, and H-145 helicopters in support of new helicopter completions and retrofit programs. You will work in a modern, climate-controlled facility, focusing on heavy modification and installation of avionics systems and harnesses on a variety of rotary-wing platforms.

Responsibilities

• Perform installation, modification, and troubleshooting of avionics systems on LUH-72, H-125, and H-145 aircraft in support of new helicopter completions and retrofit programs.
• Carry out heavy avionics modifications and installations, including routing, terminating, and securing wiring and harnesses in accordance with engineering drawings and specifications.
• Install and integrate avionics components, equipment, and systems, ensuring proper configuration, operation, and compatibility with existing aircraft systems.
• Read, interpret, and work from technical data, engineering drawings, wiring diagrams, and modification instructions to perform accurate avionics work.
• Verify proper operation of installed and modified avionics systems through functional checks, troubleshooting, and corrective actions as needed.
• Collaborate with other technicians and departments in a hangar/completion center environment to support on-time completion of new build and retrofit aircraft.
• Ensure all work complies with applicable standards, procedures, and quality requirements, maintaining a high level of workmanship and attention to detail.
• Document work performed in accordance with company and regulatory requirements, ensuring accurate records of installations, modifications, and troubleshooting activities.
• Support continuous improvement of installation and modification practices by sharing feedback and observations with supervisors and engineering teams.

Essential Skills

• Avionics installation and modification experience on aircraft is required.
• Experience performing heavy avionics modifications and installations, including complex wiring and harness work.
• Ability to install, modify, and troubleshoot avionics systems using technical data, wiring diagrams, and engineering drawings.
• Hands-on experience with avionics systems and avionics harness installation.
• Rotary-wing avionics experience is strongly preferred, with knowledge and understanding on platforms such as EC-145, EC-135, LUH-72, UH-60, or AH-64 considered highly valuable.
• Willingness to work in a hangar/completion center environment on new helicopter completions and retrofit projects.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

• Experience with STC (Supplemental Type Certificate) modifications is a plus but not required.
• Previous experience on EC-145, EC-135, LUH-72, UH-60, or AH-64 aircraft is highly beneficial.
• Fixed-wing avionics installation and modification experience may be considered if strong in mod/install work.
• Ability to collaborate effectively with a multidisciplinary team in a production and completion environment.
• Strong attention to detail and commitment to high-quality workmanship in avionics installations and modifications.

Why Work Here?

You will work in a state-of-the-art, climate-controlled facility that provides all necessary tools, allowing you to focus on your craft without worrying about equipment. The organization is known for treating both employees and contractors with respect and fairness, fostering a supportive and professional atmosphere. The role offers very competitive compensation and the flexibility to pursue long-term contracting or the potential to transition to a direct position, providing stability and career growth opportunities.

Work Environment

Work takes place in a modern hangar and completion center environment that is state-of-the-art and fully climate controlled, ensuring a comfortable setting throughout the year. All tools required to perform avionics installation, modification, and troubleshooting are provided on site, so you do not need to supply your own equipment. You will work around helicopters undergoing new completions and retrofit work, collaborating closely with other skilled technicians in a professional, production-focused setting

This is a Contract position based out of Columbus, MS.

The pay range for this position is $40.00 - $42.50/hr.

Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits available for this temporary role may include the following: • Medical, dental & vision • Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital • 401(k) Retirement Plan – Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available • Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents) • Short and long-term disability • Health Spending Account (HSA) • Transportation benefits • Employee Assistance Program • Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)

This is a fully onsite position in Columbus,MS.

This position is anticipated to close on Aug 24, 2026.

Aerotek® Inc. provides staffing and services solutions in manufacturing, logistics, construction, aviation, facilities and maintenance. We provide the expertise, solutions and people required to rise to the challenges of North American industry. Headquartered in Hanover, Md., Aerotek operates a unified network of over 200 offices across North America, supporting more than 18,000 clients each year. Aerotek is an Allegis Group company, the global leader in workforce and business solutions. To learn more, visit: Aerotek.com | 1-888-AEROTEK.

Aerotek offers weekly pay, employee benefits including medical, dental & vision, life insurance, health advocacy and employee assistance programs, a 401(k) plan, and employee discounts.

The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regards to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.

San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance:
Pursuant to the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, for all positions located in the city and county of San Francisco, we will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records.

Massachusetts Lie Detector:
It is unlawful in Massachusetts to require or administer a lie detector test as a condition of employment or continued employment. An employer who violates this law shall be subject to criminal penalties and civil liability.

Use of Artificial Intelligence (AI):
We may use Artificial Intelligence (AI) to support parts of our hiring process, including sourcing, screening, and evaluating candidates. AI helps assess applications and qualifications, but final decisions are made by our hiring team. By applying, you acknowledge and agree that your application may be reviewed using AI tools.

We know that finding work is hard, and finding meaningful work is harder. Aerotek connects 180,000+ light industrial and skilled trades workers with 14,000+ employers each year, helping our workers navigate an evolving labor market and find jobs that meet their goals, skills, and interests. Since 1983, we have provided a variety of career opportunities across North American industry – from short-term assignments at Fortune 500 companies where you can build your skills, to long-term opportunities where you can play a vital role in solving companies’ construction, manufacturing, and maintenance challenges. Our 1,500+ experienced recruiters across 250+ offices work relentlessly to put our workforce in a position to thrive. Let us rise to meet your challenges and put our people-are-everything spirit to the test as your career continues to grow.