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Electronic Fabrication Specialist - DEFENSE
Job Description
JOB TITLE: Electronic Fabrication Specialist - DEFENSE
LOCATION: Grand Prairie, TX
PAY RATE: $51.39/hour
We are a national aerospace and defense staffing agency seeking highly qualified candidates for a position with a top-tier client.
Job Details:
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Job Type: Contract (12 months with potential for extension)
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Clearance: Active Secret clearance at time of submittal.
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Industry: Aerospace / Defense / Aviation
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Benefits: Medical, dental, and vision (Cigna)
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Perks: Bonus potential + Priority access via Tier 1 supplier
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Openings Nationwide: Thousands of opportunities across the U.S.
Qualifying Questions:
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Are you a U.S. person as defined under ITAR regulations?
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Do you meet the educational and experience requirements for this role?
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Can you commute to the job location or relocate if necessary?
Summary:
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Fabricate circuit cards, sub-assemblies, and wiring harnesses, including component soldering, connector pinning/de-pinning, and applying mounting hardware.
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Build single- or multi-bay cabinet assemblies for delivery to Engineering or Manufacturing Production areas.
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Work collaboratively with Engineers, Fabricators, Draftsmen, Procurement, and Quality Inspectors in a team environment.
Requirements:
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Active Secret clearance at time of submittal.
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3+ years of experience in fabrication (e.g., cable/wire harness, SMT board fabrication, or military design products).
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Prior certification in soldering and harness fabrication per MIL-STD requirements.
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Experience fabricating electrical equipment from blueprints, schematics, and engineering guides.
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Strong verbal and written communication skills to report issues to management/engineers.
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Proficiency with software tools and Microsoft products.
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Self-starter able to work with minimal supervision.
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Full-time (40 hours/week) with occasional overtime.
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Safety shoes required.
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Must be a U.S. Citizen (as defined by ITAR).
Desired Skills:
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Solder certification to J-STD-001, IPC-7711/IPC-7721.
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Experience in procurement and acquisition of test materials.
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Experience interpreting and building test equipment engineering documentation.
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 leading aerospace and defense OEMs and Tier 1 suppliers, we connect professionals with career opportunities to grow and excel in aviation, aerospace, and defense.
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
Take your career to new heights—apply today!
Meet Your Recruiter
Diego Villegas
Diego Villegas is a Sr. Technical Recruiter/Account Manager specializing in Aerospace Maintenance and Inspection. With a deep understanding of the industry, he focuses on connecting top-tier talent with organizations in need of specialized expertise, ensuring both client satisfaction and candidate success.
He is bilingual in Spanish, leveraging his language skills to effectively communicate and build connections within the diverse aerospace community.
Diego’s deep knowledge of the aerospace sector, strategic approach, and eye for talent help him build top-tier teams while guiding individuals to advance in their careers. His passion for connecting the right talent with the right opportunities fuels his commitment to excellence and growth.