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Avionics Systems
Technician

Be part of the exciting aviation industry!

Enroll in our Avionics Systems Technicians program today. Avionics Systems Technicians are specialists who repair and maintain a plane’s electronic instruments, such as radio communication devices and equipment, radar systems, and navigation aids. Avionics is a specialization within electronic maintenance and repair. It focuses on aircraft electronics, but encompasses a wide range of job types. An avionics technician is a specialist who is responsible for all the electronics aboard an aircraft as well as the wiring that connects to the electrical system. They run cables, mount antennas, and connect instruments for navigation and engine monitoring. Avionics technicians install radios, autopilots, and passenger entertainment systems. The job demands attention to detail and a commitment to the very highest standards of quality workmanship because they work on flight-critical systems that impact passenger and crew safety.

Avionics Systems Technicians:

    • Assemble components, such as electrical controls and junction boxes, and install software
    • Install instrument panels, using hand tools, power tools, and soldering irons
    • Interpret flight test data to diagnose malfunctions and performance problems
    • Keep accurate records of maintenance and repair work
    • Repair or replace malfunctioning components
    • Test electronic instruments, using circuit testers, oscilloscopes, and voltmeters

Industry Certification & State Credential Exams:

Students will be prepared to take an approved state and/or nationally recognized industry certification or licensure exam in their field of study. Exam costs are additional; however, you may qualify for reimbursement of your exam cost(s) upon passing. See your program counselor/advisor for more information.

College Credit Transfer Opportunity and/or Advanced Standing:

Upon completion of the program, you may be eligible to receive FREE associate degree transfer credits from Broward College or another state college. To learn more and determine eligibility, visit browardtechnicalcolleges.com/articulation-agreement/, scroll to the career cluster photos, click Business, Management & Administration, or contact your program counselor/advisor. Additional college credit may be awarded with the attainment of industry certifications.

 

Florida Department of Economic Opportunity

Job Outlook:

For information regarding Avionics Systems Technician salaries/wages, visit floridajobs.org.

Enroll in our Avionics Systems Technician program today

To get started in the Avionics Systems Technician program, sign up for an ATC Program Information Session or contact the counselor at  Brooke.Lehmejian@browardschools.com

Program Info

Program Length:

1200 hours/approx. 12 months – full time

Program Offered:

January

Delivery Method:

Traditional – 100% classroom based

Days & Times:

Traditional

  • Monday – Friday
    7:05 a.m. – 1:50 p.m.