Entry Level Avionics System Engineer Jobs
New grad avionics system engineer jobs welcome recent graduates and entry level candidates with zero to two years of experience, where a strong internship background or hands-on academic project portfolio can carry more weight than a lengthy resume. Most openings are on-site roles across Aerospace & Defense, Airlines, and Technology & Software, with employers like SpaceX, Barfield, and Shield AI hiring at this level now.
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Join Barfield and Become a Part of the Adventure!
If you are a talented Avionics/Electronics Technician professional interested in working in the exciting field of aviation, Barfield wants you!
Barfield is more than just a prestigious name in the industry: it is subsidiary of Air France Industries KLM Engineering.
ROLE AND RESPONSIBILITIES
Job Title: Avionics/Electronics Technician
Department: Operations/Production
FSLA Status: Full Time - Non-Exempt
- Test, troubleshoot, repair, and calibrate units using schematics diagrams, Component Maintenance Manuals (CMM), and other documents such as Airworthiness Directives, Service Bulletins, and customer Engineering Orders.
- Inspect and test Electronic Aircraft Components to identify defects and wear and tear areas.
- Disassemble, clean, and inspect Aircraft Component.
- Repair or replace damaged or worn components.
- Reassemble and test Electrical units to ensure proper operation.
- Performs a variety of complicated tasks.
- Needs to be familiar with various Component Maintenance Manuals (CMM) practices and procedures.
- Reports to the lead person, supervisor, or manager.
- Must possess the ability to solder and de-solder electronic components (through hole-mounted and surface mounted components).
BASIC QUALIFICATIONS
- High School diploma or equivalent.
- Basic computer skills.
- Successfully completed technical training by a certifying educational institution or 1-2 years of bench experience in the field or related area.
- Reads, understands and, interprets directions of appropriate maintenance manuals to identify.
- Must be able to evaluate, troubleshoot, repair, and calibrate units using official documents.
- Must have knowledge and experience with mechanical tools, multimeters, micrometers, calipers, measuring indicators, and gauges.
- Must be able to work with little or no supervision.
- Ability to work with standardized tools and electric equipment.
- Ability to follow safety procedures and guidelines.
- Must be able to read, write and speak English.
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS
- Technical college, or Military training in their expertise.
- Knowledgeable, friendly, positive attitude, be a “Team Player”, always willing to learn new tasks, new skills and participate with peers.
- Share ideas to improve processes.
You embody our values:
- CUSTOMER FOCUS We strive to provide the best services to our customers.
- INTEGRITY We are personally accountable for the highest standards of ethical behavior.
- TEAMWORK We are committed to a teamwork environment.
- ADAPTABILITY In an ever-changing world, we are adaptable to the required challenges.
We offer a comprehensive total compensation and benefits package.
Barfield is an equal opportunity employer.
Equal Employment Opportunity is the Law. This law requires Barfield to post a notice describing the Federal laws prohibiting job discrimination. For information regarding your legal rights and protections, please click on the following link: Know Your Rights.
As a Federal Contractor, Barfield is required to participate in the E-Verify Program to confirm eligibility to work in the United States. For information please click on the following link: E-Verify.
All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, national origin, disability, veteran status, or other legally protected status.
INTRODUCTION
Join Barfield and Become a Part of the Adventure!
If you are a talented Avionics/Electronics Technician professional interested in working in the exciting field of aviation, Barfield wants you!
Barfield is more than just a prestigious name in the industry: it is subsidiary of Air France Industries KLM Engineering.
ROLE AND RESPONSIBILITIES
Job Title: Avionics/Electronics Technician
Department: Operations/Production
FSLA Status: Full Time - Non-Exempt
- Test, troubleshoot, repair, and calibrate units using schematics diagrams, Component Maintenance Manuals (CMM), and other documents such as Airworthiness Directives, Service Bulletins, and customer Engineering Orders.
- Inspect and test Electronic Aircraft Components to identify defects and wear and tear areas.
- Disassemble, clean, and inspect Aircraft Component.
- Repair or replace damaged or worn components.
- Reassemble and test Electrical units to ensure proper operation.
- Performs a variety of complicated tasks.
- Needs to be familiar with various Component Maintenance Manuals (CMM) practices and procedures.
- Reports to the lead person, supervisor, or manager.
- Must possess the ability to solder and de-solder electronic components (through hole-mounted and surface mounted components).
BASIC QUALIFICATIONS
- High School diploma or equivalent.
- Basic computer skills.
- Successfully completed technical training by a certifying educational institution or 1-2 years of bench experience in the field or related area.
- Reads, understands and, interprets directions of appropriate maintenance manuals to identify.
- Must be able to evaluate, troubleshoot, repair, and calibrate units using official documents.
- Must have knowledge and experience with mechanical tools, multimeters, micrometers, calipers, measuring indicators, and gauges.
- Must be able to work with little or no supervision.
- Ability to work with standardized tools and electric equipment.
- Ability to follow safety procedures and guidelines.
- Must be able to read, write and speak English.
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS
- Technical college, or Military training in their expertise.
- Knowledgeable, friendly, positive attitude, be a “Team Player”, always willing to learn new tasks, new skills and participate with peers.
- Share ideas to improve processes.
You embody our values:
- CUSTOMER FOCUS We strive to provide the best services to our customers.
- INTEGRITY We are personally accountable for the highest standards of ethical behavior.
- TEAMWORK We are committed to a teamwork environment.
- ADAPTABILITY In an ever-changing world, we are adaptable to the required challenges.
We offer a comprehensive total compensation and benefits package.
Barfield is an equal opportunity employer.
Equal Employment Opportunity is the Law. This law requires Barfield to post a notice describing the Federal laws prohibiting job discrimination. For information regarding your legal rights and protections, please click on the following link: Know Your Rights.
As a Federal Contractor, Barfield is required to participate in the E-Verify Program to confirm eligibility to work in the United States. For information please click on the following link: E-Verify.
All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, national origin, disability, veteran status, or other legally protected status.
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Entry Level Avionics System Engineer Jobs: Frequently Asked Questions
How do I get an entry level avionics system engineer job?
Start by building hands-on experience through internships, university capstone projects, or personal avionics and embedded systems work you can show to employers. Familiarity with DO-178C software standards, ARINC protocols, or tools like MATLAB and Simulink gives entry level candidates a real edge. Tailor your resume to highlight any hardware-in-the-loop testing, signal processing coursework, or systems integration work, since those skills appear repeatedly in entry level postings.
Which companies hire entry level avionics system engineers?
Companies hiring entry level avionics system engineers right now include SpaceX, Barfield, and Shield AI, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of November 2026. At this experience level, defense contractors, aerospace primes, and regional aircraft OEMs tend to post the most junior-friendly openings, often tying them to rotational engineering programs or early-career development tracks.
Are there remote entry level avionics system engineer jobs?
Yes, though most avionics roles at this level are lab- or facility-based given the hardware nature of the work. About 0% of entry level avionics system engineer openings are remote or hybrid as of November 2026, and those tend to focus on software-heavy tasks like avionics software verification, documentation, or model-based design rather than physical bench testing.
Are these new grad avionics system engineer jobs?
Yes, the listings on this page include new grad, recent graduate, and junior avionics system engineer roles. A posting is typically new grad friendly when it welcomes zero to two years of experience, accepts internship or co-op time in place of full-time history, or calls out a portfolio of academic or personal projects. If a role mentions a rotational program or new grad cohort, that is a strong signal it is built for candidates entering the field for the first time.
Which industries hire the most entry level avionics system engineers?
Entry Level avionics system engineer roles concentrate in Aerospace & Defense, Airlines, and Technology & Software, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of November 2026. These sectors drive junior hiring because they operate large fleets, run ongoing avionics upgrade programs, or hold long-term defense and commercial contracts that create steady demand for early-career engineers who can grow into mission-critical system responsibilities.