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Wire Harness Technician - DEFENSE
Owego, NY 13827 United States
Job Description
JOB TITLE: Wire Harness Technician - DEFENSE
LOCATION: Owego, NY
PAY RATE: $26/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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Security Clearance: Ability to obtain a security clearance
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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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Build, assemble, and troubleshoot cable and wire harnesses.
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Construct, calibrate, adjust, test, and diagnose electronic and electromechanical components and systems.
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Work from schematics, engineering drawings, and written or verbal instructions.
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Operate test and measurement equipment and document test data in prescribed formats.
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Perform calibration and alignment checks and make adjustments or modifications as directed.
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Prepare prescribed compounds and solutions as required.
Requirements:
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Ability to obtain a security clearance
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High School Diploma or GED
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Hands-on experience building cable and wire harnesses.
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Ability to read and interpret wire harness prints, schematics, and engineering drawings.
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Experience stripping, crimping, and terminating wires and connectors.
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Electronics troubleshooting experience.
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Strong communication skills and ability to work independently.
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Ability to obtain a security clearance (not required to hold at start).
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IPC/WHMA-A-620 certification (preferred, but not required for the right candidate).
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Self-starter with strong attention to detail.
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Ability to follow technical instructions and work in a fast-paced engineering environment.
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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.