Avionics Technician - Business Aircraft

• Housing paid for, OT Available
• SkyBridge Aviation LLC
• Peoria, Illinois

CONTRACTOR

Posted 06/2026 Job Description Job Summary

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6 Month Contract to Hire Position Overview We are seeking an experienced Avionics Technician to support operations at an Illinois facility. This is a highly deadline-driven production and maintenance environment requiring a candidate who can work effectively both independently and as part of a team while maintaining strong quality and safety standards. The ideal candidate is detail-oriented, reliable, and experienced in troubleshooting, repairing, installing, and modifying aircraft avionics and electrical systems with minimal supervision. Key Responsibilities Troubleshoot, repair, install, and modify aircraft avionics and electrical systems in accordance with engineering drawings, wiring diagrams, and manufacturer specifications Perform avionics installations, upgrades, and modifications on corporate aircraft Remove, install, terminate, and repair aircraft wiring, connectors, harnesses, antennas, and avionics components Conduct operational checks, functional testing, and system troubleshooting using approved test equipment Diagnose and resolve discrepancies involving communication, navigation, autopilot, flight guidance, weather radar, TCAS, EGPWS, and integrated cockpit systems Read and interpret wiring diagrams, schematics, engineering drawings, and maintenance manuals Complete accurate maintenance documentation in accordance with FAA regulations and company procedures Meet production and maintenance deadlines while maintaining quality, safety, and airworthiness standards Required Experience and Qualifications Minimum 5 years of aircraft avionics experience Ability to read and interpret wiring diagrams, schematics, and engineering drawings Experience troubleshooting aircraft electrical and avionics systems Proficiency using avionics test equipment, multimeters, continuity testers, and related diagnostic tools Experience with wire routing, wire termination, connector repair, and harness fabrication Ability to work independently with minimal supervision Strong ability to work both independently and within a team environment Preferred Qualifications Business aviation experience preferred Experience supporting corporate aircraft platforms such as Gulfstream, Challenger, Learjet, Citation, Hawker, Falcon, or Embraer aircraft Experience with Honeywell, Collins Aerospace, Garmin, Universal, or Gogo systems preferred Additional Requirements Candidates must provide their own basic aviation hand tools necessary to perform job duties What We Offer at SkyBridge Aviation 6-month contract-to-hire opportunity with long-term stability Weekly payroll after your first week of work W2 employment Overtime paid at time and a half when applicable (60 hours/week expected) Opportunity to gain experience in advanced avionics systems, aircraft modifications, and corporate aircraft maintenance Fast-paced aviation environment with consistent work Dedicated recruiting and onboarding support team Housing paid for!! Job and company information not to be copied, shared, scraped, or otherwise disseminated without explicit consent of JSfirm, LLC.