Avionics Technician- DTW

SkyWest Airlines

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Detroit, Michigan

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PERMANENT

Updated 10/01/2026

Job Description

Job Summary

About SkyWest

Looking for the next step in your Aircraft Maintenance career? As a SkyWest A&P Mechanic, you will be a part of a fast-paced environment full of variety that puts your talent to work on our growing fleet of aircraft. Plus, those with military A&P experience are eligible for a $7,500 bonus with a commitment to work at SkyWest for at least three years. This rewarding opportunity will help you gain new skills as you work nose-to-tail on our aircraft, belong to a world-class family of fellow mechanics, and have a crucial impact on the entire SkyWest operation.

Primary Job Duties

Meet all FAA and safety-related Requirements

Effectively troubleshoot all aircraft systems

Make timely, critical decisions regarding aircraft safety Responsible for proficiency in all documentation and paperwork, including parts paperwork

In a hangar environment, a technician will be performing avionics inspections, routine maintenance (e.g., FOQA downloads), and troubleshooting systems

Other duties as assigned Minimum Requirements

Hold a valid, unrestricted, drivers license

Hold a valid FAA-issued A&P certificate Additional experience and training in any of the following is preferred:

Graduated from an accredited avionics school

Military training in avionics or electronics

Associates degree or higher in electronics

Eighteen months' experience in the avionics industry

Meet all FAA and safety Requirements

Familiar with, read, and understand company, manufacturer, and wire-diagram manuals, including schematics

Possess basic avionics skills

Work history demonstrates being a self-starter, working well in a team environment, and effectively using aircraft manuals to troubleshoot and repair aircraft avionics and electrical systems

Possess a valid, unrestricted driver's license

Have a minimum set of tools (see minimum tool list)

Problem-solving and organizational skills are required

Work varying shifts including nights, weekends, and holidays

Exercise good judgment in working with people in a team environment as well as in aircraft maintenance and safety

Physical and Other Requirements

Comfortably lift 60 lbs. routinely with or without reasonable accommodation

Experience/Training must meet one of the following:

Graduated from an accredited avionics school

Military training in avionics or electronics

Associate degree or higher in electronics

Eighteen months experience in the avionics industry

A&P certification with previous avionics experience

This is a Department of Transportation safety-sensitive position

Must hold a

FCC GROL

license. If a

FCC GROL

license is not held at time of employment it must be obtained within six months from hire date.

Complete the online application. Qualified applicants will be contacted.

This position will require the selected candidate to travel outside the station for training in addition to the completion of their new hire onboarding.

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