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Avionics Technician- DTW

SkyWest Airlines
Detroit, MI Full Time
POSTED ON 4/7/2026
AVAILABLE BEFORE 5/6/2026
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

  • Effectively troubleshoot all aircraft systems
  • In a timely manner, will be responsible for making 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
  • In shop environment, a technician will be performing testing, troubleshooting and completing repairs on components. May also be required to work on aircraft systems
  • Other duties as assigned

A&P Mechanics interested in this Avionics Tech position, with intent to acquire time requirements to test for FCC Radio License, may also apply.

Minimum Requirements

  • Have an A&P Certificate
  • Familiar with and be able to read and understand company, manufacturer, and wire diagram manuals to include schematics
  • Possess basic avionics skills
  • Work history of being a self-starter, working well in a team environment, ability to effectively use aircraft manuals to troubleshoot, and repair aircraft avionics and electrical systems
  • Possess a valid, unrestricted state-issued driver’s license
  • Have a minimum toolbox
  • Problem solving and organizational skills are required
  • Work nights 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.

This job posting may have an additional video/phone interview requirement. Please monitor your email and junk folder for additional instructions.

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