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Aircraft Avionics Technician II

Mcclellan, CA; McClellan; California; CA; McClellan, California; United States
Full Time On-site

Summary

Job Description

Aircraft Avionics Technician II

Definition: This is a Journey level for an avionics technician. Incumbents at this level are FCC-certificated technicians that design aircraft radio installations; install aircraft communication and navigation radio systems; disassemble, inspect diagnose, and repair aircraft communication and navigation radio components.

Minimum Qualifications: Possession of the following certificates: FCC General Radio Certificate and a valid Class-C Driver’s License and five years of aerospace industry work experience as an avionics technician. Military experience may qualify if the level of work and responsibility and equipment worked on was equal to that of an avionics technician (this position requires that the incumbent have a working knowledge of GA avionics).

Knowledge and Abilities: FCC and FAA communication and navigation radio repair, installation, and modification; avionics installations including antennas, cables, receiver- transmitters, audio control and switching, frequency compatibility, and RF interference and avionics used in fleet aircraft. Comply with all FCC and FAA requirements for the installation and maintenance of aircraft avionics systems maintenance and installation; inspect, tune, and adjust avionics installed in aircraft for maximum performance and proper operation; remove and repair all communication and navigation radio units in fleet aircraft; design and layout avionics system installations in aircraft; trouble shoot defective components and aircraft systems and make necessary repairs to components and aircraft systems.

Compensation & Benefits

HIRING HOURLY RANGE: $59.03 (Hourly rate to be determined by the education,

experience, knowledge, skills, and abilities of the applicant internal equity, and alignment with market

data.) This position includes a competitive benefits package. For more detailed information on our Benefits

and what it is like to work for Amentum: please visit our careers site: www.amentumcareers.com

Compensation Details:

59.03

Original Posting:

05/21/2026 - Until Filled

Amentum anticipates this job requisition will remain open for at least three days, with a closing date no earlier than three days after the original posting. This timeline may change based on business needs.

Amentum is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. Our hiring practices provide equal opportunity for employment without regard to race, sex, sexual orientation, pregnancy (including pregnancy, childbirth, breastfeeding, or medical conditions related to pregnancy, childbirth, or breastfeeding), age, ancestry, United States military or veteran status, color, religion, creed, marital or domestic partner status, medical condition, genetic information, national origin, citizenship status, low-income status, or mental or physical disability so long as the essential functions of the job can be performed with or without reasonable accommodation, or any other protected category under federal, state, or local law. Learn more about your rights under Federal laws and supplemental language at Labor Laws Posters (https://postings.govdocs.com/#/vxSkbztPuAwwxfs) .

About Amentum

Amentum

Amentum is one of the largest government services and engineering companies supporting the U.S. military, intelligence community, and federal agencies. Headquartered in Virginia with more than 50,000 employees worldwide, Amentum delivers mission-critical support across defense, cybersecurity, engineering, logistics, intelligence, aviation, nuclear, and space operations. The company plays a major role in helping government agencies solve complex national security and infrastructure challenges.

For job seekers, Amentum offers a wide variety of career opportunities across engineering, cybersecurity, intelligence, logistics, IT, aviation maintenance, program management, and cleared government support roles. The company is especially attractive to veterans, transitioning military personnel, and security-cleared professionals looking to continue supporting national security missions while building long-term career stability. Amentum also has a strong reputation for career mobility, education support, and mission-focused work across hundreds of federal programs.

Unlike many companies focused on a single niche, Amentum supports a broad range of high-impact missions—from military readiness and intelligence operations to NASA programs, cyber modernization, and critical infrastructure support. Employees often work on programs that directly support the Department of Defense, intelligence agencies, and federal civilian missions, creating opportunities to build diverse experience while contributing to meaningful national security outcomes.

As government investment continues to grow in cyber, space, engineering, and mission modernization, Amentum remains one of the strongest employers in the government contracting sector. For professionals seeking a stable, mission-driven career with opportunities for advancement, technical growth, and meaningful impact, Amentum continues to stand out as a top employer in defense and federal services.

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