Aerospace Test Technician

Apera; San Jose (CA); On-site; USD 65,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

Apera in San Jose, CA, seeks a hands-on Test and Validation Technician to support aircraft subsystems integration test labs. You will build, maintain, and troubleshoot lab environments, from wire harness fabrication to component-level repair.

Ideal candidates have 3+ years as an electrical technician in aviation, avionics troubleshooting, and meticulous harness work. This 12-month contract offers hands-on lab work with a safety-conscious environment.

Qualifications

• 3+ years as an electrical technician in aviation, aerospace, or similar industry.
• Technical skills in avionics and aircraft subsystems operation and troubleshooting.
• Hands-on experience cutting, splicing, and crimping wires to fabricate harnesses.

Responsibilities

• Build aircraft subsystems integration test labs.
• Read wiring diagrams and schematics; understand electrical symbols and components.
• Fabricate wire harnesses from diagrams and BOMs.
• Repair and replace subsystem components in a lab environment.
• Provide day-to-day lab support, including component removal and installation.
• Maintain lab documentation for modifications, repairs, and upgrades.
• Inspect work for quality and conformance with specifications.
• Assist in troubleshooting subsystems integration issues.
• Fabricate and ring-out wiring harnesses for testing and debugging.

Skills

Aviation electrical

Avionics troubleshooting

Wire harness fabrication

Lab safety

Quality control

Tools

Crimping tools

Harness fabrication tools

Job description

Test and Validation Technician - Aerospace - 12 Month Contract

About the Role

We are seeking a hands-on Test and Validation Technician to support aircraft subsystems integration test labs. This role is central to building, maintaining, and troubleshooting the lab environments used to validate aircraft subsystem performance — from wire harness fabrication to component-level repair and replacement.

What You'll Do

• Help build aircraft subsystems integration test labs
• Read wiring diagrams, schematics, and understand common electrical symbols and components
• Fabricate wire harnesses from diagrams and BOMs (bills of materials)
• Repair and replace aircraft subsystem components in a lab environment
• Provide day‑to‑day lab support, including component removal and installation
• Maintain lab documentation for lab modifications, repairs, and upgrades
• Inspect the work of other technicians to ensure quality and conformity with design specifications
• Assist in troubleshooting subsystems integration issues
• Fabricate and ring‑out wiring harnesses for testing/debugging purposes
• Follow proper working techniques for cleanliness, reliability, and quality

What You Need

• 3+ years of experience as an electrical technician in aviation, aerospace, or a similar industry
• Technical skills and expertise in avionics and aircraft subsystems operation and troubleshooting
• Hands‑on experience cutting, splicing, and crimping wires to fabricate a wide variety of harness types
• Extreme attention to detail and high expectations for quality technical work
• Ability to replace various subsystem components
• A safety‑conscious mindset for ensuring the well‑being of all working in the labs

Ideal Background

• Aviation/aerospace experience, especially military aircraft maintenance
• A&P certification (Airframe preferred; Powerplant also acceptable)
• Hands‑on wiring expertise: connectors, crimping tools, and intricate harness work

Bonus Qualifications

• A&P License (if not already held as part of ideal background)
• Experience with FAA type certification and conformal test setups