Job Description

JOB TITLE: Electrical Mechanics (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 Requirement: Must obtain Secret clearance after start.

• 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

• Follow routing instructions and properly handle wire harnesses

• Perform sealing, wrapping, bonding, tying, and closure of wire harnesses and cables per standard processes

• Read and interpret engineering drawings, technical orders, process specifications, and retrofit requirements

• Use tooling assemblies and fixtures for depot-level modification and repair of electrical wiring

• Perform assembly, installation, inspection, modification, and operational/quality checks of electrical systems and wire bundles

• Troubleshoot aircraft electrical and communication/navigation systems at both organizational and depot levels

• Interpret work instructions, blueprints, wiring diagrams, charts, and technical data

• Operate equipment in accordance with established safety and operating procedures

• Coordinate, prepare, and move materials and tools as needed

• Operate powered elevating equipment to complete work assignments

• Maintain required certifications, licenses, and permits

• Perform duties of lower electrical classifications as needed

Requirements:

• Must obtain Secret clearance after start.

• 10+ years of experience with electrical/electronic theory and avionics systems, including shop mathematics and practices

• 10+ years of experience interpreting schematics, specifications, assembly drawings, and standard operating procedures

• 10+ years of experience installing, repairing, modifying, testing, and troubleshooting electrical systems (including experimental systems)

• Experience fabricating and installing wire bundles

• Experience routing and installing wire bundles on aircraft (commercial experience preferred)

• Ability to work variable shifts, including weekends and overtime

• Ability to climb ladders, work in confined spaces, and lift up to 35 lbs (team lifts for heavier loads)

• Exposure to noise and elevated work platforms

• Use required personal protective equipment (PPE)

• Pass visual acuity and color perception tests

• Ability to read, write, and comprehend English

• Handle and properly dispose of hazardous materials

• Maintain required training certifications

• Occasional fine motor/finger manipulation (1 3 hours)

• Frequent reaching, walking, standing, and balancing on various surfaces

• Occasional climbing (3 12 ft ladders/stands)

• Ability to bend, squat, crawl, sit, and operate foot controls for extended periods

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

Preferred Qualifications:

• Avionics experience

• Experience with depot-level or modification maintenance

• Ability to operate forklifts, mobile cranes, and powered elevating equipment

• FAA Airframe and/or Powerplant (A&P) 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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