JOB TITLE: Aircraft Electrical Mechanic – Level 3 – DEFENSE
LOCATION: San Antonio, TX
PAY RATE: $40/hour

We are a national aerospace and defense staffing agency seeking highly qualified candidates for a position with a top-tier client.

Job Details:

• Job Type: Contract (12 months with potential for extension)

• Clearance: Must be able to obtain a secret clearance during onboarding

• Industry: Aerospace / Defense / Aviation

• Benefits: Medical, dental, and vision (Cigna)

• Perks: Bonus potential + Priority access via Tier 1 supplier

• Openings Nationwide: Thousands of opportunities across the U.S.

Qualifying Questions:

• Are you a U.S. person as defined under ITAR regulations?

• Do you meet the educational and experience requirements for this role?

• Can you commute to the job location or relocate if necessary?

Summary: 

• Perform connector terminations, including shielded wires, coaxial cables, and fiber optic wiring.

• Route and handle harnesses per instructions.

• Seal, wrap, bond, tie, and close wire harnesses/cables to standard processes.

• Read and interpret engineering drawings, technical orders, specifications, and retrofit requirements to perform modifications/repairs.

• Use tooling, assemblies, and fixtures for depot-level modifications and wiring repairs.

• Assemble, install, inspect, and modify wire bundles and electrical assemblies.

• Conduct operational and quality checks of aircraft systems.

• Troubleshoot malfunctions in aircraft electrical and comm/nav systems.

• Follow work instructions, blueprints, wire diagrams, sketches, and layouts.

• Safely operate tools, materials, and powered elevating equipment.

• Maintain certifications, licenses, and permits as required.

• Perform duties of lower-level classifications as needed.

Requirements:

• Must be able to obtain a secret clearance during onboarding (A comprehensive background check covering finances, residences, employment, drug use, military service, and criminal history will be required).

• HS Diploma/GED required.

• Regular and predictable attendance required.

• 10+ years of experience with aircraft electrical/electronic theory, avionics systems, shop math, and practices.

• 10+ years of experience with schematics, specifications, assembly drawings, and SOPs.

• 10+ years of experience in aircraft installation, repair, modification, testing, and troubleshooting of systems.

• Ability to work variable shifts, weekends, and overtime.

• Must be a U.S. Citizen (as defined by ITAR).

Physical & Work Requirements:

• Ability to climb ladders, work in confined spaces, and lift ~35 lbs (two-person lift for >50 lbs).

• Frequent standing, walking, reaching, balancing, and overhead work.

• Occasional crawling, squatting, bending/stooping, and sitting for extended periods.

• Exposure to elevated platforms, noise, metals, and hazardous materials.

• Must use PPE (face, eyes, ears, hands, arms).

• Must pass visual acuity and color perception tests.

• Ability to read, write, and comprehend English.

• Maintain required training/certifications.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Avionics and depot-level/modification maintenance experience.

• Experience operating forklifts, cranes, and powered elevating equipment.

• FAA Airframe and/or Power Plant certification.

About Us:

The Structures Company is a premier national aerospace and defense staffing agency specializing in contract, contract-to-hire, and direct hire placements. We deliver expert workforce solutions across engineering, IT, production, maintenance, and support roles.

As trusted partners to major aerospace OEMs and Tier 1 suppliers, we connect professionals with opportunities to grow and excel in the aviation and aerospace industries.

Eligibility Requirements:

Must be a U.S. Citizen, lawful permanent resident, or protected individual under 8 U.S.C. 1324b(a)(3) to comply with ITAR regulations.

Keywords: aerospace, aviation, engineering, maintenance, aircraft design, defense

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