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).

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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