Avionics Installer

Owning Organization: S3 International, Inc. 84% of staff are veterans. The company operates under an ISO /AS9100D certified Quality Management System.

We are seeking several full-time Avionics Installers (Subject Matter Experts) for a one-year fleet modification contract located in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia. This is not a teleworking position. Salaries are above current market value for the required skills and duty requirements. Excellent benefits and corporate‑provided housing are included.

Temple, Texas (Corporate Headquarters)

• A&P license is desired.
• FCC License is required.
• Read and interpret maintenance manuals, service bulletins, and airworthiness directives.
• Perform quality work adhering to Prime Contractor standards for appearance, conduct, and interaction with the foreign customer.
• Efficiently bench test and operate commercial and military basic Avionics test equipment.
• Employ detailed systems analysis and troubleshooting of analog and digital components and systems.
• Disassemble and reassemble cockpit interior, consoles, and instrument templates as necessary.
• Complete template fabrications and other light sheet metal adjustments.
• Complete complex system installations and cockpit modifications.
• Use industry standards and techniques for crimping terminals and pins.
• Read and understand electrical diagrams for electronic systems and interfacing components.
• Employ AC43.13 standard aircraft wiring solutions.
• Fabricate wiring harnesses and complete installation.
• Create wiring board setup and layout.
• Perform electrical harness continuity and power connectivity/output checks.
• Wire and install antenna mounts and antennae.
• Install coaxial links and connections.
• Ascertain that all repairs are properly performed on all completed work.
• Support Maintenance Operational Check and verify pre and post flight operations and inspections of installed equipment.
• Verify that the proper inspection records, reports, and forms typically used by a Part 145 Repair Station are properly executed.
• Repair and install all categories of avionics and navigation equipment for rotary‑wing and fixed‑wing aircraft, including radios, navigation equipment, instrumentation, and NVG‑compatible cockpits.
• Operate AGSE as required.
• Coordinate with Prime’s onsite Logistics Specialist for ordering parts and supplies needed to finalize the installation.
• Prepare aircraft maintenance forms and records and ensure all maintenance operations are conducted in a safe manner.
• Make entries to FAA‑required records, logbooks, and other means of tracking historical data.
• Maintain an inventory of parts, tools, materials, equipment, and supplies.
• Communicate effectively with customers, Prime’s technical inspectors, and maintenance managers.

• U.S. Military Operational Experience in the Avionics Field (required).
• FCC license required.
• A&P License desired.
• 10 years of aviation avionics or maintenance technician experience minimum.
• 5 years of specific experience in installing avionics components.
• Helicopter experience required.
• Light sheet metal experience required.
• Experience as a Part 145 Avionics Inspector / Accountable Manager desired.
• Experience supervising avionics maintenance teams and subordinate technicians.
• Must be able to pass a background check to secure a visa to Saudi Arabia.

• Holds an FCC Communications License Certificate.
• High School Graduate or 4 additional years of direct relevant experience (ILO, HS, or GED).

Candidates must successfully complete all mandatory medical examinations required to obtain employment.

To qualify for a Saudi Work Visa, candidates must have a clean criminal record with no prior convictions, as specified by the Saudi Ministry of Foreign Affairs.

Candidates must pass a drug test to be considered for employment. Additionally, our ATSS program enforces a random drug and alcohol testing policy. Employees will be subject to periodic testing to maintain adherence to our workplace standards and safety regulations.

All employment terms and conditions will be in accordance with Saudi Labor Law. Candidates must be prepared to adhere to these regulations throughout their employment.

The positions advertised on this website are managed by various entities. As a result, candidates will be onboarded by the specific entity that owns the job listing for which they are hired. Please refer to the job description for information on the owning organization. Additionally, Team GDC ME is an organization comprising GDC Middle East and S3 Arabia.