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Job Title: Blackhawk Avionics TechLocation:: Lakehurst, NJType of Position: 6 month contract to hirePay: $38/hr, once direct, pay bumps to $53.95Shift: Monday through Friday from 7:30 a.m. to 4:00 p.m.

Job Description

This role focuses on performing avionics installations, modifications, and repairs on Sikorsky UH-60 helicopters and related platforms. You will use your military aviation experience and hands-on avionics experience to install, troubleshoot, and repair complex aircraft systems in a climate-controlled hangar environment while adhering to high standards of safety, quality, and documentation.

Responsibilities

• Perform avionics installations, modifications, and repairs on Sikorsky UH-60 helicopters and other similar aircraft platforms.
• Install, route, and terminate wiring, harnesses, and connectors in accordance with technical data and aviation standards.
• Troubleshoot avionics systems and components on helicopters such as UH-60, SH-60, CH-53, or CH-47 to identify and resolve faults.
• Use technical manuals, wiring diagrams, and maintenance documentation to diagnose issues and verify proper system operation.
• Perform functional checks of installed avionics systems to ensure proper performance and compliance with specifications.
• Utilize personal tools that are properly etched and shadowed to maintain accountability and safety in the hangar.
• Document all maintenance, installations, and repairs accurately in accordance with applicable procedures and regulations.
• Follow established safety practices, including the proper use of steel toe boots and other required personal protective equipment.
• Collaborate with other technicians and support personnel to coordinate work, resolve technical issues, and meet project timelines.
• Maintain a clean, organized, and compliant work area within the hangar environment.
• Protect sensitive information and adhere to all security requirements necessary to obtain and maintain a secret clearance.

Essential Skills

• Minimum of 4 years of avionics experience on aircraft.
• Hands-on experience performing avionics installations, modifications, and repairs on aircraft.
• Demonstrated ability to troubleshoot and repair avionics systems on helicopters.
• Ability to use and maintain personal tools that are etched and shadowed for accountability.
• Ability to secure and maintain a secret security clearance.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

• Military experience is preferred.
• Experience working specifically on UH-60 helicopters and other rotary-wing platforms such as SH-60, CH-53, or CH-47 is a plus.
• Strong focus in avionics troubleshooting and repair within a military or defense-related setting.
• Familiarity with aircraft technical manuals, wiring diagrams, and maintenance documentation.
• Attention to detail in tool control practices, including etched and shadowed tools

Why Work Here?

You join a stable, structured environment with clear expectations and a path from contract to permanent employment. The organization values military experience, technical craftsmanship, and safety, offering the opportunity to work on mission-critical aircraft in a professional, climate-controlled setting. You gain hands-on exposure to advanced rotary-wing platforms while building your career in a team-oriented culture that respects your skills, discipline, and commitment to quality.

Work Environment

You work in a climate-controlled hangar focused on rotary-wing aircraft. The role requires wearing a T-shirt, work pants, and steel toe boots as standard attire, with an emphasis on safety and proper tool control. You use your own etched and shadowed tools in a well-organized, professional maintenance environment that supports high-quality avionics work on Sikorsky UH-60 helicopters and similar aircraft.

Job Type & Location

This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Lakehurst, NJ.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $38.00 - $38.00/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)

Workplace Type

This is a fully onsite position in Lakehurst,NJ.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Jun 22, 2026.

About Aerotek

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 meets 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 solving for 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.

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.

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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.