Mid Level Aircraft Engineer Jobs
Mid level aircraft engineer jobs go to engineers ready to own system-level work, guide less experienced team members, and make technical calls with limited oversight. Roles are concentrated in Aerospace & Defense, Technology & Software, and Electronics & Hardware, most positions are on-site given the hands-on nature of the work, and employers like Garmin, TrellisWare Technologies, and ICSI are hiring at this level now.
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- Performing a variety of technical functions in support of engineering activities such as troubleshooting, test, modification, assembly, and maintenance and repair of electronic systems and other specialized avionics equipment
- Evaluating components, subsystems, test equipment, and software
- Providing technical support to Air Force customers on operations and maintenance of assigned communications/surveillance equipment
- Performing aircraft installation, troubleshooting, and testing of equipment
- Supporting aircraft flight test and engineering evaluations of new systems and system configurations
- Assisting in training junior level electronics technicians and Air Force personnel to perform general fabrication, assembly, test and evaluation, and documentation tasks
- Minimum of four years’ aircraft avionics maintenance experience, JTWS equipment experience, or equivalent DoD SIGINT experience
- Must be able to operate as a single maintainer at either CONUS or OCONUS locations to include hostile areas
- Eight plus years of experience with AFSOC, AF or DoD SIGINT/COMINT, EW, Guidance & Control or Comm/Nav systems
- Knowledge of AF and AFSOC organizational structure
- Knowledge of DoD SIGINT/COMINT employment concepts, familiarity with USAF, AFSOC aircraft maintenance concepts, practices, and procedures
- CompTIA Security+ certified. If not certified, earn certificate within one year
SRC IS A CONTRACTOR FOR THE U.S. GOVERNMENT. THIS POSITION WILL REQUIRE U.S. CITIZENSHIP AS WELL AS A U.S. GOVERNMENT SECURITY CLEARANCE AT THE TOP SECRET / SCI LEVEL.
Travel Requirements:- 10-25% travel
Scientific Research Corporation is an advanced information technology and engineering company that provides innovative products and services to government and private industry, as well as independent institutions. At the core of our capabilities is a seasoned team of highly skilled engineers and scientists with multidisciplinary backgrounds. This team is challenged daily to provide cutting edge technology solutions to our clients.
SRC offers a generous benefit package, including medical, dental, and vision plans, 401(k) with a company match, life insurance, vacation and sick paid time off accruals with amounts increasing based on role and years of service, 11 paid holidays, tuition reimbursement, and a work environment that encourages excellence and more. For positions requiring a security clearance, selected applicants will be subject to a government security investigation and must meet eligibility requirements for access to classified information.
- Performing a variety of technical functions in support of engineering activities such as troubleshooting, test, modification, assembly, and maintenance and repair of electronic systems and other specialized avionics equipment
- Evaluating components, subsystems, test equipment, and software
- Providing technical support to Air Force customers on operations and maintenance of assigned communications/surveillance equipment
- Performing aircraft installation, troubleshooting, and testing of equipment
- Supporting aircraft flight test and engineering evaluations of new systems and system configurations
- Assisting in training junior level electronics technicians and Air Force personnel to perform general fabrication, assembly, test and evaluation, and documentation tasks
- Minimum of four years’ aircraft avionics maintenance experience, JTWS equipment experience, or equivalent DoD SIGINT experience
- Must be able to operate as a single maintainer at either CONUS or OCONUS locations to include hostile areas
- Eight plus years of experience with AFSOC, AF or DoD SIGINT/COMINT, EW, Guidance & Control or Comm/Nav systems
- Knowledge of AF and AFSOC organizational structure
- Knowledge of DoD SIGINT/COMINT employment concepts, familiarity with USAF, AFSOC aircraft maintenance concepts, practices, and procedures
- CompTIA Security+ certified. If not certified, earn certificate within one year
SRC IS A CONTRACTOR FOR THE U.S. GOVERNMENT. THIS POSITION WILL REQUIRE U.S. CITIZENSHIP AS WELL AS A U.S. GOVERNMENT SECURITY CLEARANCE AT THE TOP SECRET / SCI LEVEL.
Travel Requirements:- 10-25% travel
Scientific Research Corporation is an advanced information technology and engineering company that provides innovative products and services to government and private industry, as well as independent institutions. At the core of our capabilities is a seasoned team of highly skilled engineers and scientists with multidisciplinary backgrounds. This team is challenged daily to provide cutting edge technology solutions to our clients.
SRC offers a generous benefit package, including medical, dental, and vision plans, 401(k) with a company match, life insurance, vacation and sick paid time off accruals with amounts increasing based on role and years of service, 11 paid holidays, tuition reimbursement, and a work environment that encourages excellence and more. For positions requiring a security clearance, selected applicants will be subject to a government security investigation and must meet eligibility requirements for access to classified information.
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Mid Level Aircraft Engineer Jobs: Frequently Asked Questions
How do I get a mid level aircraft engineer job?
Position your experience around ownership: highlight systems or components you led from design through testing, problems you diagnosed and resolved independently, and any coordination you did across engineering disciplines. Employers at this level want to see that you can work with minimal supervision. Tailor your application to the aircraft type or systems domain the employer focuses on, whether that is propulsion, avionics, structures, or flight controls.
Which companies hire mid level aircraft engineers?
Companies hiring mid level aircraft engineers right now include Garmin, TrellisWare Technologies, and ICSI, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of August 2026. Hiring at this level comes from a mix of major airframers and defense primes, Tier 1 suppliers, and MRO operators that need engineers who can own day-to-day technical work without close supervision.
Are there remote mid level aircraft engineer jobs?
Yes, though most aircraft engineering work is hands-on and tied to a physical facility or flight line. About 0% of mid level aircraft engineer openings are remote or hybrid as of August 2026, and those roles tend to be in systems engineering, certification, or technical documentation rather than manufacturing or maintenance environments.
How do I move up to a mid level aircraft engineer role?
Growth from entry level to mid level comes from deepening your ownership over time. Early on, focus on mastering a specific domain, whether structures, propulsion, avionics, or systems integration, and seek out projects where you can lead a deliverable rather than just support one. Demonstrating measurable impact, such as a weight reduction, a schedule improvement, or a certification milestone you drove, is what moves you into mid level consideration.
Which industries hire the most mid level aircraft engineers?
Mid Level aircraft engineer roles concentrate in Aerospace & Defense, Technology & Software, and Electronics & Hardware, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of August 2026. These sectors drive hiring at this level because they operate large fleets, run continuous development programs, or face regulatory cycles that require experienced engineers who can own technical workstreams independently.