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Kent, WA 98032

Posted: 05/18/2026 Employment Type: Contract Job Number: 31830 Job Location: Onsite Industry: AERO - Aerospace

Job Description

Position Title: Avionics Technician II

Position Description: Protingent has an exciting contract opportunity for an Avionics Technician with our client in Kent, WA

Job Responsibilities:

Building different components and assemblies for all groups in all different environments (development, test and flight).
Assisting with assembly of new and updated designs by working directly with engineering to determine best practices for assembly.
Giving regular input on manufacturing improvement opportunities or build changes leading to more efficient assembly.
Serve both internal and external customers across multiple systems and multiple platforms; each Technician is a valued part of the chain that supports safe human spaceflight.
A focus on safety, collaborative teamwork, and quality allows us to work together to determine the best path forward, balancing speed and safety to create high-quality components that will propel future astronauts and payloads into space for the improvement of mankind.

Job Qualifications:

3 or more years’ experience in Aerospace Avionics or related fields.
Familiarity working in an ESD EPA and with tool control/accountability processes.
Experience using standard electronics assembly tools, hand soldering and basic electronic test equipment (multimeters and power supplies).
Experience with applying torque to fasteners/components.
Fabricating, terminating, and repair/testing of wire harnesses.
Experience inspecting and certifying work performed to relevant standards and specifications.
Able to lift 50 lbs.
Ability to work a 40-hour work week (4x10’s) with occasional overtime to support launch schedules.
Ability to earn trust, maintain positive and professional relationships, and contribute to a culture of inclusion.
Experience with application and removal of polymerics (staking, potting. Encapsulation and conformal coating).

Preferred Job Qualifications:

5-7 years of experience in launch vehicle or propulsion system assembly fabrication, CCA or PCBA repair or component replacement.
Experience with energized power/high voltage systems, battery systems or RF assemblies.
Certification in and/or knowledge of IPC standards for assembly and inspection.
J-STD/J-STD Space, 610, 7711/7721 Rework and 620/620 Space Addendum.
Experience and capability to interface with Microsoft Office Suite, electronic work orders and configuration management systems.
Experience with documenting non conformances and carrying out dispositioned repairs.

Job Details:

Job Type: Contract
Location: Kent, WA (Onsite)
Pay Rate: $40-$43/hr.
ITAR obligations are associated with this role, U.S. citizenship, U.S. legal permanent resident status, or protected person status under 8 U.S.C. § 1324b(a) (1), (3) is required.

Benefits Package: Protingent offers competitive salaries, insurance plan options (HDHP plan or POS plan), education/certification reimbursement, pre-tax commuter benefits, Paid Time Off (PTO) and an administered 401k plan.

About Protingent: Protingent is an Award-Winning provider of top-tier Engineering and IT talent, trusted by companies at the forefront of innovation — from Software and Aerospace to AI, Clean Tech, Medical Devices, and Connected Technologies. We’re passionate about making a positive impact by connecting exceptional talent with meaningful opportunities and helping our clients build the future.

Meet Your Recruiter

Jeff Morgante

I have been working in technical staffing since 2010, specializing in recruiting hardware, software, electrical, and mechanical engineers. My recruiting style is personal, where I understand the technology and can communicate with engineers on all levels with an engineering background myself, I can relate and communicate using the same language.

Finding an excellent fit for engineers is why I love recruiting; I can help you achieve your career goals and job transitions and find the perfect fit for you. My philosophy is “never give up”. Outside of work, I like to put my energy into listening to vinyl records, hiking, and cooking. I have two dogs, Kaleb and Kayce, and two cats, Mika and Shiloh. I am originally from upstate New York, but I love living in the Pacific Northwest! I have a passion for cars, old and new, so finding common ground is easy for me. Let’s get started today!

jmorgante@protingent.com

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