Electrical & Technician III

Summary

The Electrical and Contract Technician III performs complex bench and line assembly operations, including troubleshooting and resolving nonconformances, within an AS9100-certified manufacturing environment. The technician demonstrates advanced understanding of aerospace assembly processes, adheres strictly to quality and safety standards, and often serves as a subject matter expert. May contribute to continuous improvement initiatives, documentation updates, and training of other team members.

• Employment Type:
  
  Full‑time
• Pay: $28.35 – $31.50 per hour

• Generous Paid Time Off – New employees accrue up to 31 paid days including 15 flexible use PTO days, 10 paid holidays, 2 personal days, and the final week of the year.
• Medical, dental, and vision insurance with premiums starting as low as $30 biweekly (must work 30+ hrs/week).
• Optional life, critical illness, and pet insurances.
• 401(k) with employer matching after 90 days and immediate vesting.
• Mental health coverage through Teladoc (therapists and psychiatrists).
• Roadside assistance.
• Long‑term disability insurance (must work 30+ hrs/week).
• Teledoc health coverage and vision, prescription, and entertainment discounts.

• Prepare and assemble electrical components, ensuring all items meet specifications.
• Verify accuracy of kits and components before assembly.
• Label and organize kits for ease of access and proper tracking.
• Assemble electrical harnesses, components, and sub‑assemblies according to aerospace standards and blueprints.
• Wire and assemble electrical systems, ensuring safety and operational requirements.
• Conduct continuity and resistance tests on electrical systems.
• Perform precision hand soldering of through‑hole and surface‑mount components on PCBs.
• Operate soldering equipment including soldering irons and hot‑air tools.
• Perform precision crimping on aerospace‑grade connectors (MIL‑spec, D‑sub, circular).
• Fabricate, route, and secure wire bundles per aerospace schematics and IPC/WHMA‑A‑620 standards.
• Operate laser wire coding/marking machines (e.g., Spectrum Technologies).
• Interpret wire lists, work orders, and engineering drawings for accurate wire marking.
• Program machines using appropriate software based on job specifications.
• Print labels for aerospace kits using software such as Bar Tender, Win Total, Zebra Designer, or company‑specific systems.
• Ensure labels include accurate part numbers, lot numbers, customer PO number, expiration/MFG dates, and revision data.
• Maintain a clean, organized work area and follow safety procedures.

• High school diploma or equivalent; technical certifications in electrical or aerospace technology preferred.
• 2–4 years of hands‑on experience in electrical or contract assembly, preferably in aerospace or a regulated manufacturing environment.
• Intermediate ability to read and interpret technical documentation (blueprints, wire lists, work instructions).
• Proficient in basic hand soldering techniques (through‑hole and surface‑mount) with growing experience in soldering to aerospace or IPC standards.
• Demonstrated competence in assembling wire harnesses, connectors, and sub‑assemblies with minimal supervision.
• Working experience with basic shop tools and equipment, including MIL‑spec hand crimping tools such as Daniels Manufacturing Corporation (DMC) crimpers, strippers, torque tools, and microscopes.
• Familiarity with operating or assisting in the operation of wire marking machines (e.g., Spectrum Technologies) and label printing software.
• Ability to conduct and document continuity and resistance testing on assembled electrical systems.
• Comfortable navigating software systems used for labeling and part tracking (e.g., Bar Tender, Zebra Designer).
• Capable of maintaining a clean, organized work area and following established safety protocols.
• Shows initiative in troubleshooting minor issues in the assembly process and escalating complex problems as needed.

• Background check in accordance with Customer Guidelines and Requirements.
• Authorization to work in the United States.

• Proficiency in using hand tools, power tools, and power…