POSITION OVERVIEW
We are seeking experienced Avionics Technicians to support the Survivable Airborne Operations Center (SAOC) program—an advanced aircraft conversion effort transforming Boeing 747-8i platforms into secure, EMP-hardened airborne command centers for the U.S. Air Force. This role involves the installation, modification, and troubleshooting of complex avionics systems on wide-body aircraft, contributing directly to one of the most mission-critical aviation programs in modern U.S. defense history.
WHY JOIN OUR PROGRAM?
- Join the team leading the development of the next-generation Survivable Airborne Operations Center (SAOC) — a vital national security platform that will replace the aging E-4B “Doomsday” aircraft. This is a rare opportunity to be part of a mission-critical U.S. Air Force program supporting nuclear command and control (NC3), strategic deterrence, and continuity of government.
- At our dedicated modification and integration facility near Dayton, OH, we are converting Boeing 747-8i aircraft into one of the most advanced, secure, and survivable airborne command centers ever built. This program includes EMP hardening, aerial refueling capability, modular open-systems integration, and fully digital design and documentation—setting a new standard for large-scale defense aviation programs.
- You’ll work alongside a team of industry-leading engineers, technicians, and defense specialists in a fast-paced environment where innovation, precision, and national purpose align. From heavy structural modifications and avionics integration to flight systems testing and mission readiness, your work will have long-term impact and contribute directly to a platform designed to operate in the most extreme global threat environments.
KEY RESPONSIBILITIES
- Install, route, and terminate avionics wiring harnesses and connectors to support military-grade communications, navigation, and control systems.
- Integrate mission-critical systems, including NC3 components, SATCOM, radar, and aircraft survivability technology.
- Interpret and work from engineering drawings, wiring diagrams, schematics, and technical manuals.
- Perform troubleshooting, continuity checks, and functional testing on newly installed and modified avionics systems.
- Ensure strict compliance with FOD prevention, safety standards, and program-specific quality assurance processes.
- Collaborate with structural, systems, and test teams to ensure all systems are accurately installed and verified.
