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AVIONIC TECHNICIAN

by Air Transport Services Group

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Date Posted

September 19, 2026

Employment Type

Full Time

Salary Range

Negotiable

Cost of Living

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Locations

Tampa, Florida

Application Deadline

October 19, 2026

Description

Position Summary

The Avionics Technician works to written and verbal instructions to perform maintenance, troubleshooting, and modification of aircraft electrical and avionics systems. This role ensures all work is completed in accordance with approved maintenance procedures, regulatory requirements, and company standards.

Benefits

  • Generous Paid Time Off (PTO)
  • Paid company holidays
  • 401(k) retirement plan with 5% company match
  • Medical, dental, and vision insurance
  • Company-paid life insurance
  • Short- and long-term disability coverage
  • Ongoing training and professional development opportunities

Minimum Requirements and Qualifications

  • High school diploma or equivalent
  • FCC license preferred but not required
  • 2 years of avionics experience in a heavy maintenance or modification environment
  • Ability to read and interpret technical manuals, work instructions, blueprints, and drawings
  • Basic understanding of CFR Part 145 repair station operations
  • Must be able to obtain airport SIDA badge
  • Ability to work flexible hours including nights, weekends, and overtime
  • FAA A&P license a plus
  • A valid driver’s license is required for this position.

Major Responsibility Areas and Duties

  • Work to written or verbal instructions
  • Perform all work assigned in accordance with approved maintenance procedures
  • Record work performed and assume responsibility for that work as indicated by his/her signature
  • Use blueprints, schematics, technical drawings, and maintenance manuals in performance of assigned duties

Physical Requirements and Environmental Conditions

  • Must be able to sit, stand, bend, crouch, kneel, and walk for extended periods
  • Must be able to climb and work from ladders, work stands, and other heights
  • Must be able to work with one or both hands extended overhead
  • Must have correctable near and far vision
  • Must be able to hear at conversational level
  • Must be able to lift 25 pounds
  • Must be able to handle and maintain control of small parts and properly operate hand tools

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AviHire Cost of Living Snapshot: Tampa, Florida

What aviation pay actually covers in Tampa — AviHire's snapshot of median income, housing, and everyday prices from U.S. Census Bureau data (2023 5-Year ACS estimates).

Median Household Income
$71,302
Median Rent
$1,567/mo
Median Home Value
$375,300
Gasoline (1 gal)
$3.84
Restaurant Meal
$16.89
Milk (1 L)
$1.07
Eggs (dozen)
$2.05

Rent runs about 26.4% of median income in Tampa moderate by the common 30%-of-income guideline.

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