Technician, Electronics

At Dynon Avionics, our mission is to create the best avionics and aircraft systems for light aircraft. Come join our dynamic software engineering team on-site in the Seattle, WA or Portland, OR areas. With a proven history and an unlimited future, we're a small team doing big things in experimental and certified avionics.

You'll be interested if you're into aviation, small airplanes, or simply the intersection of software and hardware in new product development. This is a chance at making a meaningful impact on the real world.

Job Title:

Electronics Repair Technician

Supervisors:
Electronics Repair Lead

Position Summary:

The Electronics Repair Technician is responsible for testing, troubleshooting, and repairing various avionics components in accordance with the manufacturer's specifications. The candidate must be skilled in electronic/mechanical disassembly and reassembly as well as high precision soldering.

Position Responsibilities:

• Circuit-Level Diagnostics & Repair
• Interpret and analyze complex schematic and wiring diagrams.
• Perform component-level fault isolation on multi-layer and surface-mount PCBs.
• Use resistance, capacitance, signal-tracing, and power-analysis techniques to pinpoint failures.

Precision Soldering & Rework

• Execute high-precision, fine-pitch soldering and de-soldering on through-hole and SMT components (≥0402).
• Utilize hot-air, reflow, and microscopic-aid techniques for repair and rework.
• Maintain soldering equipment and stations to military or IPC standards.

Functional Testing & Calibration

• Set up and operate ATE (Automated Test Equipment) and bench instruments (oscilloscopes, spectrum analyzers, curve tracers).
• Validate repair integrity through end-of-line system tests and environmental stress screening.
• Record detailed repair logs and calibration certificates per quality management protocols.

Required Experience & Qualifications

Education & Certification

• IPC-610 and J-STD-001 certification (or ability to obtain within 3 months of hire).
• ESD Control (ANSI/ESD S20.20) training and AMP certification preferred.

Technical Skills

• Minimum 3 years of hands-on avionics or precision electronics repair.
• Demonstrated proficiency soldering ≥0402 SMT components with solder paste and fine-tip irons.
• Proficient in circuit-level troubleshooting using microscopes, solder stations, oscilloscopes, and curve tracers.
• Strong mechanical aptitude: disassembly/reassembly of complex mechanical assemblies

Soft Skills

• Excellent verbal and written communication, including detailed documentation writing.
• Ability to adapt quickly to changing priorities in a dynamic production environment.
• Strong attention to detail, organization, and commitment to quality.

Benefits:

• 95% employer-paid medical/dental/vision/life insurance coverage for employees.
• 401(k) with 4% employer match.
• 3 weeks PTO in the first year.
• 10 paid holidays.
• Partial reimbursement for tuition and flight training.

Dynon is committed to fostering an inclusive and diverse work environment, where all individuals are treated with respect and dignity. We strictly prohibit discrimination against any candidate based on race, ethnicity, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, religious creed, national origin, disability, veteran status, age, marital status, pregnancy, genetic information, or other legally protected status. Candidates from all backgrounds are encouraged to apply and will be evaluated based on their qualifications, skills, and experience.