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Avionics Technician A&P (GEG)

by Empire Airlines

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Date Posted

September 9, 2026

Employment Type

Full Time

Salary Range

$29.67–$34.70/hr (≈$61.7K–$72.2K/yr)

Cost of Living

View details for Spokane

Locations

Spokane, Washington

Application Deadline

October 9, 2026

Description

Overview

The Avionics Technician will assist with aviation maintenance tasks in accordance with company's maintenance manuals and Federal Aviation Regulations.

Duties and Responsibilities

  • Perform maintenance and repair of avionics components, and assist with powerplants, airframes, and other components in accordance with company’s and manufacturer's maintenance policies and procedures.
  • Perform both scheduled and unscheduled maintenance.
  • Perform aircraft push-backs from the gate, and assist maintenance personnel in moving aircraft to and from hard stand parking.
  • Assist maintenance personnel in performing nightly aircraft exterior washes, and nightly engine compressor and turbine washes.
  • Maintain the work area in a clean and orderly condition.
  • Serve as a role model for ethical behavior, maintain a professional and dignified work environment, and promote and support the mission of Empire Airlines.
  • Other related duties as assigned.

Requirements

  • High School diploma or equivalent.
  • Airframes & Powerplants Certificate (or ability to test), preferred.
  • Minimum two years of aviation maintenance / avionics experience, preferred.
  • Valid driver’s license and insurable record through Empire’s policy, required.
  • Must be computer literate and have strong communications skills, both oral and written.
  • Must be capable of operating hand and power tools for minor repair work, required.
  • Must adhere to the company’s FAA/DOT required Drug & Alcohol Program, required.

Working Conditions

  • Work may be performed in a hangar environment and may require considerable outside work with 25% travel. Will be exposed to noise and hazards associated with aircraft maintenance. Requires standing, walking, sitting, bending and stooping for extended periods of time. May be required to lift up to 80 pounds, plus ladder/lift usage. Requires manual dexterity, speaking, seeing and hearing to conduct business. Work schedule may include nights, weekends and holidays.

Pay & Benefits

  • This is a full-time position, working 40 hours per week.
  • Starting base-pay for this position is $29.67 - $34.70 per hour, depending on experience, with additional adders dependent upon certifications.
  • Qualifying hourly pay Incentives: $3 regional, $1 A & $1 P license
  • Expected starting hourly Total: $34.67 to $39.70
  • Benefits include Medical, Dental, Vision, 401k, PTO, Paid Holidays, Travel Benefits, and more!

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AviHire Cost of Living Snapshot: Spokane, Washington

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

Median Household Income
$65,745
Median Rent
$1,141/mo
Median Home Value
$326,200
Gasoline (1 gal)
$3.54
Restaurant Meal
$15.57
Milk (1 L)
$0.99
Eggs (dozen)
$1.89

Rent runs about 20.8% of median income in Spokane affordable by the common 30%-of-income guideline.

AviHire Cost of Living Snapshot, compiled from U.S. Census Bureau, American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates (2023), with fuel and grocery prices from the Bureau of Labor Statistics.

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