Aircraft Electrician

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Job Title: Aircraft Electrician

Job Description

As an Aircraft Electrician, you will be responsible for performing avionics troubleshooting, installations, repairs, maintenance, and modifications to the avionics and electrical systems of F/A-18 aircraft. Your role will include upgrades to the Radar Package, Communications/Comm Sec equipment, and other potential enhancements.

Responsibilities

• Conduct avionics troubleshooting for F/A-18 aircraft.

• Install and repair avionics and electrical systems.

• Perform maintenance and modifications on aircraft electrical systems.

• Execute upgrades to Radar Package and Communications/Comm Sec equipment.

• Work with fiber optic cables and installations.

• Read and interpret electrical schematics and wiring harnesses.

Essential Skills

• 4 - 7 years of depot/heavy maintenance experience on aircraft electrical systems.

• Experience with F-18 aircraft is highly preferred.

• Knowledge of Avionics systems and installation.

• Expertise in operational-level maintenance (O-Level Maintenance).

• Eligibility for SECRET clearance.

• Must be eligible for Boeing badge (no terminations on record with Boeing).

Additional Skills & Qualifications

• Navy Ratings of AE or AT are highly preferred.

• Experience with Fighter Jets is preferred.

• NAV - Magic Box experience is a plus.

Why Work Here?

Join a stable program that supports two of the most reputable government integrators in the world. You will have the opportunity to support the US Navy warfighters, with benefits including government holidays and a rewarding work culture.

Work Environment

The position requires flexibility to work on either 1st or 2nd shift. You will primarily work inside a hangar, with some tasks on the flightline. The hangar is non-climate controlled, but you will not be exposed to outside elements.

Job Type & Location

This is a Contract position based out of San Antonio, TX.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $35.00 - $40.00/hr.

Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits available for this temporary role may include the following:

• Medical, dental & vision • Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital • 401(k) Retirement Plan – Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available • Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents) • Short and long-term disability • Health Spending Account (HSA) • Transportation benefits • Employee Assistance Program • Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)

Workplace Type

This is a fully onsite position in San Antonio,TX.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Feb 6, 2026.

About Aerotek:

We know that finding work is hard, and finding meaningful work is harder. Aerotek connects 180,000+ light industrial and skilled trades workers with 14,000+ employers each year, helping our workers navigate an evolving labor market and find jobs that meets their goals, skills and interests. Since 1983, we have provided a variety of career opportunities across North American industry – from short-term assignments at Fortune 500 companies where you can build your skills, to long-term opportunities where you can play a vital role solving for companies’ construction, manufacturing and maintenance challenges. Our 1,500+ experienced recruiters across 250+ offices work relentlessly to put our workforce in a position to thrive. Let us rise to meet your challenges and put our people-are everything spirit to the test as your career continues to grow.

Aerotek offers weekly pay, employee benefits including medical, dental & vision, life insurance, health advocacy and employee assistance programs, a 401(k) plan, and employee discounts.

The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regards to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.