Aircraft Electrical Technician

Aerotek; Wichita (KS); On-site; USD 30,000 - 36,000; Full time

Job summary

Aerotek in Wichita, KS is seeking an Electrical Technician to read work orders and rework connectors, wire terminations, and other components built into a wire harness.

You will perform electrical tests to verify functionality, wrap and route wires, and complete paperwork accurately while supporting 1st and 3rd shift schedules onsite.

Qualifications

• Experience in wire harness assembly and aircraft electrical systems.
• At least 1 year of aircraft electrical experience.
• Proficiency in repair and troubleshooting.
• Ability to read and interpret blueprints.

Responsibilities

• Read work orders, diagrams, form boards, and wire lists to determine materials needed and sequence of assembly.
• Rework connectors, back shells, wire terminations, splices, split rings, lugs, and other components built into a wire harness.
• Wrap and tie wires as necessary.
• Route wires correctly and change routing and breakouts as needed.
• Perform electrical tests to ensure functionality.
• Complete associated paperwork efficiently and accurately.

Skills

Wire harness assembly

Aircraft electrical systems

Repair & troubleshooting

Blueprint reading

Job description

Job Title: Electrical Technician Job Description

We are seeking a skilled Electrical Technician who will be responsible for reading work orders and performing tasks related to reworking connectors, wire terminations, and other components built into a wire harness.

Responsibilities

• Read work orders, diagrams, form boards, and wire lists to determine materials needed and sequence of assembly.

• Rework connectors, back shells, wire terminations, splices, split rings, lugs, and other components built into a wire harness.

• Wrap and tie wires as necessary.

• Route wires correctly and change routing and breakouts as needed.

• Perform electrical tests to ensure functionality.

• Complete associated paperwork efficiently and accurately.

Essential Skills

• Experience in wire harness assembly and aircraft electrical systems.

• At least 1 year of aircraft electrical experience.

• Proficiency in repair and troubleshooting.

• Ability to read and interpret blueprints.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

• Ability to read work orders, diagrams, and wire lists.

• Experience in reworking connectors and various wire components.

• Familiarity with electrical testing procedures.

Why Work Here?

Join a dynamic team dedicated to excellence in electrical assembly and harness work. Experience a supportive work environment that values teamwork and professional growth.

Work Environment

Currently, the team consists of 24 employees, and candidates must be available to work both 1st and 3rd shift schedules. The dress code includes jeans, a work shirt, and closed-toed shoes. The 3rd shift hours are Monday to Thursday from 9:30 PM to 6:30 AM, starting Sunday night, and Friday from 9:30 PM to 4:30 AM.

Job Type & Location

This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Wichita, KS.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $22.00 - $26.00/hr.

Individual compensation offered for this position within this range will depend on many factors, including qualifications, skills, relevant experience, job knowledge, geographic location, internal equity, and other pertinent job-related factors.

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 & visionCritical Illness, Accident, and Hospital401(k) Retirement Plan Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions availableLife Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents)Short and long-term disabilityHealth Spending Account (HSA)Transportation benefitsEmployee Assistance ProgramTime Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Nov 17, 2026.

Workplace Type

This is a fully onsite position in Wichita,KS.

Equal Opportunity Employer

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.