Aerospace Technician III

ASRC Federal; Huntsville (AL); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

ASRC Federal is seeking an Aerospace Electronics Technician to support the LRHW program in Huntsville, AL. This hands-on role involves fabricating cable and wire harness assemblies, reading engineering drawings, and testing assemblies to meet aerospace specifications.

The ideal candidate will have 5–10 years of experience, a high school diploma, and the ability to obtain required program certifications. Team collaboration and strict adherence to safety and quality procedures are essential.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma and 5–10 years of experience.
• U.S. Citizenship required and ability to obtain program certifications.
• Ability to read and interpret engineering drawings and work instructions.
• Experience with wire harness fabrication, cable and connector assembly.
• Ability to work hands-on in a team production environment.
• Willingness to undergo a government background investigation and drug screening.

Responsibilities

• Fabricate cable and wire harness assemblies for flight and ground support hardware per military and aerospace specs.
• Read and interpret engineering drawings, schematics, work instructions, and assembly requirements.
• Determine tools, materials, dimensions, and assembly methods per engineering requirements.
• Perform hands-on electrical and mechanical assembly, testing, and documentation of results.
• Disassemble, modify, rework, and reassemble prototype and production assemblies per procedures.
• Maintain documentation and traceability throughout the assembly process.

Skills

Wire harness fabrication

Cable & connector assembly

Reading engineering drawings

Measuring & tolerances

Data entry & documentation

Team oriented production

Education

High School Diploma

Tools

Hand tools

Electrical tools

Measurement tools

Job description

ASRC Federal is a leading government contractor furthering missions in space, public health and defense. As an Alaska Native owned corporation, our work helps secure an enduring future for our shareholders. Join our team and discover why we are atop veteran employer and Certified Great Place to Work™

ASRC Federal is seeking an Aerospace Electronics Technician to support the Long Range Hypersonic Weapon (LRHW) program. This is a hands‑on opportunity to work alongside experienced team members and develop expertise in cable and wire harness fabrication, electrical assembly, and ground support equipment subassemblies.

The selected candidate will fabricate, assemble, modify, and test cable and harness assemblies while ensuring all work meets applicable engineering drawings, specifications, quality standards, and program requirements.

Key Responsibilities

• Fabricate cable and wire harness assemblies for flight and ground support hardware in accordance with applicable military and aerospace specifications.
• Read and interpret engineering drawings, schematics, work instructions, and assembly requirements.
• Determine appropriate tools, materials, dimensions, and assembly methods based on engineering requirements.
• Perform hands‑on electrical and minor mechanical assembly, including repetitive production runs and low‑volume prototype work.
• Perform continuity and functional testing of work‑in‑process and completed assemblies and accurately document results.
• Disassemble, modify, rework, and reassemble prototype and production assemblies in accordance with established procedures.
• Maintain accurate documentation and traceability throughout the assembly process.
• Follow established safety, quality, configuration management, and production procedures.
• Collaborate with team members to meet production schedules and deliver high‑quality assemblies.

Required Qualifications

• Demonstrated experience with wire harness fabrication, cable and connector assembly, and basic mechanical/electrical assembly.
• Experience using hand tools, electrical tools, and other equipment used in cable and wire harness production.
• Ability to read and interpret engineering drawings and work instructions.
• Knowledge of measurements, tolerances, and tool identification.
• Basic computer skills for data entry, work order tracking, and documentation.
• Basic math skills to support measurements, torque values, and continuity testing.
• Ability to obtain required program certifications, including those related to bonding, torque application, mate/demate procedures, and harness fabrication.
• Ability to work effectively in a hands‑on, team‑oriented production environment.
• High School Diploma and 5 to 10 years of experience
• Must be a U.S. Citizen to meet contract requirements.
• Successfully complete a government background investigation and a pre‑employment drug screening.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience supporting aerospace, defense, or military programs.
• Familiarity with MIL-STD requirements or aerospace wiring standards.
• Experience working with flight or ground support hardware.
• Technical training, certifications, or vocational education in electrical assembly, electronics, wiring, or a related field.

Why Join ASRC Federal?

Join a team supporting a critical national defense program where your hands‑on skills contribute directly to the development and delivery of mission‑critical aerospace systems. This role offers the opportunity to build your technical expertise while working in a collaborative, quality‑focused environment.

We invest in the lives of our employees, both in and out of the workplace, by providing competitive pay and benefits packages. Benefits offered may include health care, dental, vision, life insurance; 401(k); education assistance; paid time off including PTO, holidays, and any other paid leave required by law. The salary offered will depend on several factors including, but not limited to, relevant experience, skills, education, geographic location, internal equity, business needs, and other factors permitted by law. Posted pay ranges are a general guideline only and are not a guarantee of compensation or salary.

ASRC Federal and its Subsidiaries are Equal Opportunity employers. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, gender, color, age, sexual orientation, gender identification, national origin, religion, marital status, ancestry, citizenship, disability, protected veteran status, or any other factor prohibited by applicable law.