Electrical Technician

LHH; Albuquerque, Santa Fe (NM, NM); On-site; USD 50,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

LHH Recruitment Solutions is seeking an Electrical Technician to support the assembly, integration, and testing of advanced electrical systems in an aerospace environment. The role emphasizes electrical harness assembly, wiring, and hands-on testing in a fast-paced setting.

You will read schematics and diagrams, perform crimping, soldering, and connector work, and collaborate with engineering and production teams to ensure quality and regulatory compliance.

Qualifications

• 3+ years of experience in electrical harness assembly, wiring, or a related field.
• Strong experience with crimping, soldering, wire termination, and connector assembly.
• Ability to read and interpret schematics, wiring diagrams, and engineering drawings.
• Knowledge of cable routing, strain relief, and electrical assembly best practices.
• Experience using hand tools, wire strippers, heat shrink equipment, and torque tools.

Responsibilities

• Build, route, and install electrical harnesses and wiring assemblies.
• Perform crimping, soldering, termination, and connector assembly to industry standards.
• Support the installation and integration of electrical components, circuit boards, and avionics systems.
• Interpret electrical schematics, wiring diagrams, and engineering drawings.
• Conduct continuity testing, insulation resistance checks, and troubleshooting activities.
• Verify wiring integrity and diagnose electrical issues during assembly and integration.
• Ensure all work meets quality, safety, and regulatory requirements.
• Collaborate closely with engineering and production teams to support product development and system integration.
• Maintain accurate documentation and assist with continuous improvement initiatives.

Skills

Electrical harness assembly

Crimping

Soldering

Reading schematics

Wiring diagrams

Job description

LHH Recruitment Solutions is partnering with an innovative aerospace organization seeking an experienced Electrical Technician to support the assembly, integration, and testing of advanced electrical systems. This hands-on role is ideal for someone with strong electrical harness assembly experience who enjoys working in a fast-paced, high-tech environment where precision and quality are essential.

Key Responsibilities

• Build, route, and install electrical harnesses and wiring assemblies.
• Perform crimping, soldering, termination, and connector assembly to industry standards.
• Support the installation and integration of electrical components, circuit boards, and avionics systems.
• Interpret electrical schematics, wiring diagrams, and engineering drawings.
• Conduct continuity testing, insulation resistance checks, and troubleshooting activities.
• Verify wiring integrity and diagnose electrical issues during assembly and integration.
• Ensure all work meets quality, safety, and regulatory requirements.
• Collaborate closely with engineering and production teams to support product development and system integration.
• Maintain accurate documentation and assist with continuous improvement initiatives.

Qualifications

Required

• 3+ years of experience in electrical harness assembly, wiring, or a related field.
• Strong experience with crimping, soldering, wire termination, and connector assembly.
• Ability to read and interpret schematics, wiring diagrams, and engineering drawings.
• Knowledge of cable routing, strain relief, and electrical assembly best practices.
• Experience using hand tools, wire strippers, heat shrink equipment, and torque tools.
• Strong troubleshooting and problem-solving abilities.
• Excellent attention to detail and commitment to quality.

Preferred

• Experience within aerospace, aviation, defense, or advanced manufacturing environments.
• IPC/WHMA-A-620 certification or equivalent.
• Experience utilizing multimeters, continuity testers, and other electrical test equipment.
• Ability to work effectively in a research and development environment.
• Familiarity with avionics, aerospace wiring standards, or mission‑critical electrical systems.

What You'll Bring

• A hands-on and detail-oriented approach to electrical assembly and testing.
• Strong mechanical aptitude and technical troubleshooting skills.
• Ability to work independently while collaborating with cross-functional teams.
• Commitment to safety, quality, and continuous improvement.
• Flexibility and adaptability in a rapidly evolving engineering environment.
• Career growth opportunities with cutting-edge technology programs
• Collaborative engineering environment
• Opportunity to contribute to innovative aerospace projects