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F-16 Avionics Technician - 1st Shift - DEFENSE
Job Description
JOB TITLE: F-16 Avionics Technician - 1st Shift - DEFENSE
LOCATION: Greenville, SC
PAY RATE: $34-40/hour
We are a national aerospace and defense staffing agency seeking highly qualified candidates for a position with a top-tier client.
Job Details:
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Job Type: Contract (12 months with potential for extension)
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Clearance: Active Secret clearance is preferred but not required to start. Please begin the clearance process upon offer acceptance.
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1st Shift: Mon–Thurs, 6:00 AM – 4:30 PM
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2nd Shift: Mon–Thurs, 4:30 PM – 3:00 AM
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Weekend Shift: Thurs–Sun, 6:00 AM – 4:30 PM
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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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Test and install electrical harnesses and components
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Route various wires and cables
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Terminate cables and wires
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Perform operational checks to ensure flight readiness
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Troubleshoot and repair electrical and avionics systems as assigned
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Occasionally perform general mechanic installs, testing, and inspections
Requirements:
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Active Secret clearance is preferred but not required to start. Please begin the clearance process upon offer acceptance.
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High school diploma or GED
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Avionics/Harness Mod experience required
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6 years solid electrical/avionics experience preferred
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4 years recent aircraft experience considered with relevant fighter jet experience
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4 years recent soldering experience required
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Must pass soldering test/training
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Must be a U.S. Citizen (as defined by ITAR).
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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Meet Your Recruiter
Jason Pratt
Aviation Recruiter
Jason Pratt is an aviation professional with over 20 years of experience in aircraft maintenance, technical operations, recruiting, and consulting. He is known for precision, professionalism, and delivering strong results across airline, OEM, and MRO environments.
He holds a Bachelor of Science in Management of Technical Operations from Embry-Riddle Aeronautical University and began his career at Aviation High School in New York. His technical background includes extensive maintenance on Boeing and Airbus aircraft, including multiple widebody, narrowbody, and military platforms, as well as emergency response, training oversight, and large-hub planning operations.
Jason has also built a successful aviation recruiting career, consistently exceeding performance metrics and founding a recruiting platform that scaled to over 150 active accounts before its sale. He holds an FAA Airframe & Powerplant License and brings a results-driven, integrity-focused approach to every role he supports.