Aircarft Electrical Technician

Aircraft Electrical Technician

The Aircraft Electrician will perform avionics troubleshooting, installations, repairs, maintenance, and modifications to the avionics and electrical systems of F/A-18 aircraft. These modifications include upgrades to the Radar Package, Communications, and Comm Sec equipment, among other possible upgrades.

Responsibilities

• Perform troubleshooting on avionics systems and electrical components.
• Install and repair fiber optic cables and harnesses.
• Conduct maintenance and modifications on F/A-18 aircraft, specifically focusing on electrical systems.
• Upgrade and modify radar and communication systems.
• Perform operational level maintenance on fighter jets, including F/A-18E, F/A-18F, and Super Hornet models.

Essential Skills

• Experience in avionics systems troubleshooting.
• Proficiency in fiber optic installation and maintenance.
• Ability to read and understand electrical schematics.
• 4 - 7 years of depot or heavy maintenance experience on aircraft electrical systems.
• F-18 experience highly preferred.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

• Navy Ratings of AE or AT are highly preferred.
• Experience with NAV - magic box is advantageous.
• Eligibility for SECRET clearance is required.
• Must be eligible for a Boeing badge, with no terminations on record.

Why Work Here?

Join a stable program that offers government holidays and the opportunity to support two of the most reputable government integrators in the world. Contribute to the mission of supporting US Navy warfighters.

Work Environment

Work in a hangar setting with some duties on the flightline. The environment is mostly indoors but in a non-climate-controlled hangar. Be open to working either the 1st or 2nd shift.

Job Type & Location

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

Pay and Benefits

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)

Workplace Type

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

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Sep 15, 2026.