Avionics Engineer Jobs in Texas

Avionics Engineer jobs in Texas are among the most active in the country, concentrated in defense aerospace, commercial aviation maintenance, and systems integration across Fort Worth, Houston, and San Antonio. Lockheed Martin, L3Harris, and American Airlines are among the large, established employers with deep roots in Texas that hire avionics engineers consistently. The most sought-after specialties are embedded systems software, flight management systems, and avionics integration testing, with openings at every level from entry-level technician-track engineers to senior systems leads. Scan the live roles below and apply to whichever ones fit.

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Overview

Open roles27
Top employerSpaceX
Top cityHouston, TX
Cities hiring7
Work type100% On-site
Top industryAerospace

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Avionics Engineer
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Avionics Engineer
bastion technologies
Houston, Texas
Business Analysis
Business Analyst
Project Management
Bachelor's degree in electrical engineering
201-500

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Avionics Engineer
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Avionics Engineer
Interactive CAD Services
Fort Worth, Texas
Electrical Engineering
Engineering (Non-Software)
Mechanical Engineering
Bachelor's degree in engineering

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Avionics Systems Engineer
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Avionics Systems Engineer
Veracity Ventures Inc.
Mineral Wells, Texas
Project Management
Solutions Engineering & Architecture
Technical Product & Program Management
$80k - $100k/yr
Bachelor's degree in mechanical engineering

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Electrical Engineer - Spacecraft Avionics II / III
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Electrical Engineer - Spacecraft Avionics II / III
Firefly Aerospace
Leander, Texas
Electrical Engineering
Engineering (Non-Software)
Specialized Engineering
Bachelor's degree in electrical engineering
51-200

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Electrical Engineer (Starship Avionics)
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Electrical Engineer (Starship Avionics)
SpaceX
Texas
Electrical Engineering
Engineering (Non-Software)
Manufacturing Engineering
Bachelor's degree in mechanical engineering
1,001-5,000

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Avionics Engineer Jobs by City in Texas

Where Texas roles are concentrated, by current openings.

Houston
8 jobs
Fort Worth
5 jobs
San Antonio
4 jobs
Mineral Wells
2 jobs
Dallas
1 job
Leander
1 job
Cedar Park
1 job

Avionics Engineer Job Market in Texas

A snapshot from current Texas openings, updated as new roles post.

Who's Hiring

SpaceX5 open roles
Southwest Research Institute4 open roles
Bell Textron2 open roles

Top Industries Hiring

  • Aerospace & Defense

What Texas Employers Look For

The qualifications that appear most often in avionics engineer jobs across Texas.

  • Bachelor's degree in electrical engineering, avionics, or a closely related engineering field
  • FAA Airframe and Powerplant certificate or Part 145 repair station experience preferred by many Texas employers
  • Hands-on experience with avionics systems such as GPS navigation, radar, or flight management computers
  • Proficiency with DO-178C and DO-254 airborne software and hardware development standards
  • Active or eligible DoD security clearance for defense-focused roles at major Texas contractors
  • Experience with MIL-STD specifications and aerospace-grade testing and verification procedures

Avionics Engineer Jobs in Texas: Frequently Asked Questions

How do you become an avionics engineer in Texas?

Avionics engineers in Texas typically need a bachelor's degree in electrical engineering, aerospace engineering, or avionics technology from an ABET-accredited program. Texas does not require a state-specific license for most avionics engineering roles, but engineers who sign off on certain aircraft work may need an FAA Airframe and Powerplant certificate. Many Texas defense employers also expect candidates to qualify for a DoD security clearance, which requires U.S. citizenship and a background review.

Which companies hire avionics engineers in Texas?

Employers hiring avionics engineers in Texas right now include SpaceX, Southwest Research Institute, and Bell Textron, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of November 2026. Texas's deep defense and commercial aviation base means hiring is especially consistent at large prime contractors and FAA-certified MRO facilities operating out of the Dallas-Fort Worth and San Antonio metro areas.

Which Texas cities have the most avionics engineer jobs?

Houston, Texas, and Fort Worth lead Texas for avionics engineer openings, driven by the concentration of defense contractors and military installations around Fort Worth and San Antonio, and by major commercial aviation and aerospace systems employers headquartered in or near Houston. Fort Worth in particular anchors a large share of postings through its role as home to Naval Air Station Fort Worth Joint Reserve Base and major defense primes.

Are there remote avionics engineer jobs in Texas?

Yes, but they're rare. Avionics engineering is a largely hands-on discipline requiring access to aircraft, test benches, or secure lab environments, which limits full-remote options significantly. About 0% of avionics engineer openings tied to Texas are remote or hybrid as of November 2026. The roles most likely to allow partial remote work are those focused on avionics software development, systems documentation, or program management rather than hardware integration or on-aircraft testing.

How can I get hired as an avionics engineer in Texas with little or no experience?

The most realistic entry path is applying through the new-graduate engineering programs run by large Texas defense contractors such as Lockheed Martin and L3Harris, both of which recruit directly from Texas A&M, UT Arlington, and Embry-Riddle Aeronautical University's Prescott and Daytona programs. Entry-level titles like avionics test engineer, systems integration associate, or aircraft electrical engineer are common starting points. Earning an FAA Airframe and Powerplant certificate at one of Texas's Part 147 aviation maintenance schools adds a concrete credential that differentiates candidates without industry experience.

Where can I find and apply to avionics engineer jobs in Texas?

You can find and apply to avionics engineer jobs in Texas on Migrate Mate, which lists current openings tied to Texas employers and locations. Search for roles that match your experience level and specialty, then apply directly to the ones that fit your background.

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