AAR Corp. — Oklahoma City, Oklahoma
Estimated salary for Aircraft Mechanics and Service Technicians (U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, May 2025): $62,630–$99,130 per year, median $79,870. The employer did not provide a pay range for this listing.
The Avionics Technician II is an entry-level position ideal for mechanics with less than five years of aircraft experience. Our Step-Level Progression training program can help you acquire your FAA airframe license. WORK LOCATION: Onsite at AAR (at Will Rogers World Airport in Oklahoma City, OK.)
SCHEDULE (Full-Time/non-exempt and variable, 40 – 50-hour workweek)
Supervisor determines shift/days required, but we can discuss in interview process. Typically, more flexible candidates will be preferred.
• 1st Shift: 7:30am to 4:00pm or 5:30am to 4:00pm • 2nd Shift: 3:30pm to 12:00am or 3:30pm to 2:00am
ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
• Perform basic aircraft maintenance, repair, and troubleshooting tasks under supervision • Ensure aircraft are safely maintained in accordance with the Airworthiness Standards • Use FAA approved/accepted data (i.e., IPC, M/M, OHM, SRM) proficiently • Maintain records in compliance with FAA and company requirements • Perform avionics repairs as assigned while meeting deadlines and quality standards • Read and follow technical publications, schematics, and/or mechanical drawings • Use a PC, iPad and basic computer applications and programs • Additional job-related duties as assigned by supervisor or management • Adherence to work schedule, punctuality, and self-motivation
CORE COMPETENCIES
• Business Acumen: Utilizing financial data to diagnose business strengths and weaknesses and identify the implications for potential strategies • Managing Relationships: Meeting the personal needs of individuals to build trust, encourage two-way communications, and strengthen relationships. • Valuing Differences: Working effectively with individuals of diverse cultures, interpersonal styles, abilities, motivations or backgrounds • Adaptability: Maintaining effectiveness when experiencing major changes in work responsibilities or environment (e.g., people, processes, structure, or culture). • Continuous Learning: Actively identifying new areas for learning; regularly creating and taking advantage of learning opportunities; taking full advantage of opportunities to receive and explore feedback about own performance (from assessments, managers, coworkers, internal/external partners, or customers). • Safety Focus: Identifying and improving conditions that affect our own and others safety; upholding safety standards. • Quality Orientation: Accomplishing tasks by considering all areas involved, no matter how detailed.
PRIMARY REQUIREMENTS
• 2+ years avionics experience required • Must be at least 18 years of age • High school diploma or general education degree (GED) required • Some general maintenance experience (including relevant experience outside of aviation) • Strong electrical and mechanical aptitude and attention to detail are crucial • Able to skillfully use the minimum tools required • Fluent in English (speech, reading, writing)
PREFERRED REQUIREMENTS
• FAA Airframe and/or Powerplant license (A&P) • Valid Driver’s License • Knowledge of FAA regulations including 14 CFR
BENEFITS
• Competitive Compensation (Paid Bi-weekly) • Two Plans with Blue Cross Blue Shield’s, one of which qualifies for a monthly Health Savings Account contribution from AAR. • Dental and Vision plans • Basic Life Insurance, AD&D – Company Paid • Supplemental Life/AD&D • Short-Term Disability – Company Paid • Long-Term Disability • Flexible Spending Account (FSA) • 401(k) Plan (AAR matches 50 of your first 6 contributed) • Paid Time Off, Holidays, and Floating Holiday • Tuition Reimbursement (up to $10K annually) • Employee Assistance Program (EAP) • Company stock purchase plan • Free 24/7 on-site gym
TRAINING
• In-Person, Computer Based Training, and On-the-Job training • Step Level Pay Progression Program • Paid A&P Fast-Track program (once qualified) • DOL Apprenticeship Program (veterans can get approved for VA Benefits)
PHYSICAL DEMANDS/WORK ENVIRONMENT
• Constantly: Lifting 10 lbs., standing, walking, wrist flexion and extension, environmental weather conditions. • Frequently: Lifting ≤40 lbs., push/pull 20’, and basic depth perception (shapes). Working at elevated heights ≥4’, working on ladders, scaffolding, uneven surfaces, and energized parts. • Occasionally: Lifting and/or carry ≤50 lbs., sitting, basic color vision, operation of motorized or electrical equipment, push/pull <50 lbs., work in wet conditions.
AAR is the place of choice to build an inspiring career. TK-1
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