Aircarft Electrical Technician

Job Description

Job Description

Job Title: Aircraft Electrical Technician

Job Description

This role focuses on performing avionics troubleshooting, installations, repairs, maintenance, and modifications on F/A-18 aircraft electrical and avionics systems. You will support upgrades to radar packages, communications and secure communications equipment, and other potential system enhancements while ensuring the aircraft remain safe, reliable, and mission-ready.

Responsibilities

• Perform troubleshooting, fault isolation, and repair of avionics and electrical systems on F/A-18 aircraft, including Super Hornet variants (F/A-18E and F/A-18F).
• Install, modify, and upgrade radar packages, communications systems, and secure communications (Comm Sec) equipment on fighter aircraft.
• Carry out maintenance and repair activities on aircraft electrical systems in accordance with operational level (O-Level) maintenance standards and procedures.
• Install and route electrical wiring and harnesses, including fiber optic cables, in accordance with technical drawings, schematics, and aircraft documentation.
• Interpret and use electrical schematics, wiring diagrams, and technical manuals to perform accurate installations and repairs.
• Perform fiber optic installation, termination, and inspection to ensure proper connectivity and system performance.
• Support depot and heavy maintenance tasks on fighter aircraft, with a focus on electrical and avionics systems.
• Document work performed, including maintenance actions, repairs, and modifications, in accordance with applicable procedures and requirements.
• Collaborate with other technicians and teams to ensure timely completion of maintenance, upgrades, and modifications.
• Follow all safety procedures and guidelines while working in hangars and on the flightline, ensuring a safe working environment for yourself and others.

Essential Skills

• 4–7 years of depot or heavy maintenance experience on aircraft electrical systems, with fighter jet experience preferred.
• Hands-on experience working on F-18 aircraft, including F/A-18E and F/A-18F Super Hornet platforms, highly preferred.
• Proficiency in troubleshooting and repairing avionics and electrical systems on aircraft.
• Experience with installation and maintenance of radar, communications, and secure communications (Comm Sec) equipment.
• Ability to read and interpret electrical schematics, wiring diagrams, and technical manuals.
• Experience with fiber optic installation, including fiber optic cable routing and terminations.
• O-Level (Operational Level) maintenance on aircraft.
• Navy ratings of AE (Aviation Electrician’s Mate) or AT (Aviation Electronics Technician) highly preferred.
• Experience with NAV systems and associated test equipment (often referred to as “magic box”) highly preferred.
• Eligibility to obtain and maintain a SECRET security clearance.
• Eligibility to obtain a Boeing facility badge, with no prior terminations on record with Boeing.
• Strong attention to detail and adherence to maintenance and safety procedures.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

• Prior experience supporting fighter jet programs, particularly F-18 platforms.
• Familiarity with both avionics systems and traditional aircraft electrical systems.
• Comfort working with both electrical harnesses and fiber optic cabling.
• Experience working in a structured maintenance environment, such as military aviation or depot-level facilities.
• Ability to work effectively in a team-oriented environment and communicate clearly with peers and supervisors.
• Flexibility to work different shifts as required by operational needs.

Why Work Here?

You will support a stable, long-term program that contributes directly to mission-critical operations for the US Navy warfighters. The role offers the opportunity to work with two of the most reputable government integrators in the world, providing exposure to advanced fighter aircraft systems and meaningful, impactful work. You can benefit from a structured schedule that includes government holidays, while building valuable experience on high-profile defense platforms in a professional and collaborative environment.

Work Environment

You will work primarily in a hangar environment with some duties performed on the flightline.

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

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

Individual compensation offered for this position within this range will depend on many factors, including qualifications, skills, relevant experience, job knowledge, geographic location, internal equity, and other pertinent job-related factors.

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)

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

This position is anticipated to close on Sep 25, 2026.

Aerotek® Inc. provides staffing and services solutions in manufacturing, logistics, construction, aviation, facilities and maintenance. We provide the expertise, solutions and people required to rise to the challenges of North American industry. Headquartered in Hanover, Md., Aerotek operates a unified network of over 200 offices across North America, supporting more than 18,000 clients each year. Aerotek is an Allegis Group company, the global leader in workforce and business solutions. To learn more, visit: Aerotek.com | 1-888-AEROTEK.

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.

San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance:
Pursuant to the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, for all positions located in the city and county of San Francisco, we will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records.

Massachusetts Lie Detector:
It is unlawful in Massachusetts to require or administer a lie detector test as a condition of employment or continued employment. An employer who violates this law shall be subject to criminal penalties and civil liability.

Use of Artificial Intelligence (AI):
We may use Artificial Intelligence (AI) to support parts of our hiring process, including sourcing, screening, and evaluating candidates. AI helps assess applications and qualifications, but final decisions are made by our hiring team. By applying, you acknowledge and agree that your application may be reviewed using AI tools.

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 meet 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 in solving 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.

Company Description

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 meet 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 in solving 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.