Aircarft Electrical Technician

Job Title: Aircraft Electrical Technician

For additional details or interested please apply and contact Jordyn at 843/972/1884

Job Description

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 shif

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

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)

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

This position is anticipated to close on Aug 26, 2026.

About Aerotek

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.