Avionics Technician at PlaneSmart! Aviation – Addison, Texas

Clear Star Aviation is a fast-moving FAA Part 145 repair station at Addison Airport (KADS). We work on everything from piston to turboprop to light/mid jets, and we’re looking for an Avionics Technician who’s solid, dependable, and takes pride in clean installs and clean paperwork.

• Install, troubleshoot, repair, and test aircraft avionics systems and components

• Perform avionics upgrades, retrofits, wiring repairs, and harness fabrication

• Use wiring diagrams/schematics to diagnose faults efficiently (and correctly)

• Conduct operational checks, pitot/static checks as applicable, and return-to-service testing

• Document work performed clearly and accurately (logbook entries, work orders)

• Coordinate with maintenance/inspection teams to keep projects moving and customers happy

• Maintain a safe, organized work area and follow shop procedures and quality standards

• 3–5 years hands-on avionics experience in GA, turboprop, and/or business aviation

• Comfortable troubleshooting (not just swapping boxes)

• Strong wiring skills: crimping, soldering (as needed), routing, lacing, shielding, terminations

• Familiar with common test equipment (DMM, ramp testers, etc.) and avionics tooling

• Ability to read and interpret wiring diagrams, installation manuals, and service docs

• Reliable, team-oriented, and able to manage priorities in a busy shop

Light & Mid Jets

• Cessna Citation: CJ series (CJ1/CJ2/CJ3/CJ4), Citation XLS/XLS+ (560XL), Citation V/Ultra/Encore (560), Citation II/Bravo (550/552)

• Embraer: Phenom 100/300

• Learjet: 35/36, 40/45, 70/75

Popular Turboprops

• Beechcraft: King Air 90/100/200/300 series

• Pilatus: PC-12

• Daher: TBM 700/850/900/910/940

• Garmin avionics installation/troubleshooting experience (G1000/G3000/G5000, GTN, etc.)

• Previous Part 145 environment experience