Aircraft Electrician

Job Description

Job Description

Job Title: Aircraft Electrician

If interested and qualified, please apply or reach out to Kaitlin with Aerotek Aviation at View phone number on ziprecruiter.com

Job Description

As an Aircraft Electrician, you will inspect and evaluate aircraft electrical and environmental maintenance activities to determine the operational status of assigned assets. You will maintain, repair, and fabricate electrical wiring, harnesses, and connectors, as well as conduct operational checks and repair or replace damaged components and systems. Your role will involve performing cryogenic maintenance on aircraft and servicing units, maintaining compressed gas equipment, and troubleshooting electrical systems.

Responsibilities

• Inspect and evaluate aircraft E&E maintenance activities to determine operational status.
• Maintain, repair, and fabricate electrical wiring, harnesses, and connectors.
• Conduct operational checks and repair or replace damaged components and systems.
• Perform cryogenic maintenance on aircraft and servicing units.
• Maintain compressed gas equipment.
• Inspect, troubleshoot, and maintain aircraft E&E systems, subsystems, and components.
• Perform on-equipment maintenance on various aircraft systems.
• Assist in T-38 aircraft jacking, lifting, mooring, and towing operations.
• Interpret inspection findings and determine adequacy of corrective actions.
• Review maintenance forms, aircraft records, and data systems for complete documentation.
• Perform pre-use inspections and operate aerospace ground equipment.
• Perform entry and maintenance tasks in confined spaces as required.
• Recommend methods to improve equipment performance and maintenance procedures.
• Use automated maintenance systems for data input, validation, and analysis.
• Inspect, clear, and close out completed maintenance discrepancies in automated systems.
• Document maintenance as per Quality Assurance and regulatory requirements.
• Store, handle, and dispose of hazardous waste and materials safely.
• Inventory and maintain alternate mission equipment and aircraft equipment.
• Monitor maintenance trends and analyze equipment requirements using automated systems.
• Perform regular Foreign Object Damage (FOD) walks.
• Maintain strict tool control procedures.
• Comply with safety rules and promptly report any safety violations or accidents.
• Maintain equipment records and verify satisfactory completion of work.

Essential Skills

• 5+ years of aircraft electrician experience with tactical Aircraft Electrical and Environmental Systems.
• Experience with fixed/rotary wing commercial, Government, or DOD aircraft.
• Troubleshooting and repair of avionics systems.
• Experience with T-38, F-16, F-5, and TCTO.
• Proficiency in using automated maintenance systems.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

• Air Force Specialty Code 2A6X6 in Aircraft Electrical and Environmental Systems is a bonus.
• Knowledge and Understanding in TCTO application is a plus.

Why Work Here?

Enjoy a permanent opportunity with a competitive salary and benefits, including paid federal holidays, PTO, and potential pay raises based on performance. We offer a relocation allowance on a case-by-case basis and provide additional compensation for relevant certifications and experience. Experience a collaborative work environment with no tools required.

Work Environment

Work in a hangar during the day shift, surrounded by advanced technologies and equipment. Follow a professional dress code and comply with safety regulations to ensure a safe and efficient working environment.

This is a Permanent position based out of Birmingham, AL.

The pay range for this position is $77000.00 - $85000.00/yr.

medical dental vision 401k 11 paid holidays vacation possible sign on bonus on a case by case

This is a fully onsite position in Birmingham,AL.

This position is anticipated to close on Jun 22, 2026.

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.

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.