Electrical Technician

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

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental & vision

401(k) retirement plan

Life Insurance

Disability insurance

Health Savings Account (HSA)

Transportation benefits

Employee Assistance Program

PTO / Vacation or Sick Leave

Job summary

Aerotek is seeking a detail-oriented Electrical Wire Harness Technician for assembly, repair, and troubleshooting of aircraft harnesses. You will interpret work orders and technical docs, perform hands-on wiring tasks, and ensure harnesses meet quality and safety standards.

The role requires strong attention to detail, mechanical aptitude, and the ability to work in a fast-paced production environment across multiple shifts. Join a hands-on team on the Wichita, KS floor.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 1 year of aircraft electrical experience with wire harnesses.
• Proficiency in wire harness assembly and repair in a production/manufacturing setting.
• Ability to read work orders, diagrams, form boards, and wire lists.
• Experience reworking connectors, back shells, wire terminations, splices, lugs.
• Skilled in wrapping, tying, routing wires to spec.
• Experience electrical testing of harnesses or similar assemblies.
• Strong troubleshooting to identify and fix electrical issues.
• High attention to detail and accurate documentation.
• Ability to work 1st and 3rd shifts as required.

Responsibilities

• Read and interpret work orders, diagrams, form boards, and wire lists.
• Assemble, repair, and rework wire harnesses to specifications and quality standards.
• Rework connectors, back shells, wire terminations, splices, lugs.
• Wrap and tie wires neatly for organization and durability.
• Route wires according to configurations and design requirements.
• Modify routing as needed for design changes or repairs.
• Perform electrical testing to verify functionality and safety.
• Troubleshoot and repair electrical issues with root-cause analysis.
• Document all work, tests, repairs, and rework accurately.
• Follow safety, quality, and production procedures on the floor.
• Collaborate with team to meet schedules and drive improvements.

Skills

Aircraft electrical

Wire harness assembly

Reading diagrams

Connector rework

Wire routing

Electrical testing

Troubleshooting

Documentation

Shift flexibility

Tools

Electrical test equipment

Job description

We are seeking a detail-oriented Electrical Wire Harness Technician to support the assembly, repair, and troubleshooting of aircraft electrical wire harnesses. In this role, you will interpret work orders and technical documentation, perform hands-on electrical assembly and rework, and ensure all harnesses meet established quality and safety standards.

This position requires strong attention to detail, mechanical aptitude, and the ability to work effectively in a fast-paced production environment across multiple shift schedules.

We are seeking a detail-oriented Electrical Wire Harness Technician to support the assembly, repair, and troubleshooting of aircraft electrical wire harnesses. In this role, you will interpret work orders and technical documentation, perform hands-on electrical assembly and rework, and ensure all harnesses meet established quality and safety standards.

This position requires strong attention to detail, mechanical aptitude, and the ability to work effectively in a fast-paced production environment across multiple shift schedules.

Key Responsibilities

• Read and interpret work orders, diagrams, form boards, and wire lists to determine required materials and assembly sequences.
• Assemble, repair, and rework wire harnesses for aircraft electrical systems in accordance with specifications and quality standards.
• Rework connectors, back shells, wire terminations, splices, split rings, lugs, and other components integrated into wire harness assemblies.
• Wrap and tie wires neatly and securely to maintain proper organization, protection, and durability of harnesses.
• Route wires accurately according to specified paths, configurations, and design requirements.
• Modify routing and breakouts as needed to support design changes, repairs, or customer requirements.
• Perform electrical testing on wire harnesses to verify functionality, continuity, and compliance with applicable standards.
• Troubleshoot and repair electrical issues within wire harnesses by identifying root causes and implementing effective corrective actions.
• Complete all required documentation accurately, including work performed, test results, repairs, and rework activities.
• Follow established safety, quality, and production procedures while working on the manufacturing floor.
• Collaborate with team members to meet production schedules and support continuous improvement initiatives.

Qualifications

Essential Skills

• Minimum of 1 year of aircraft electrical experience, specifically working with wire harnesses.
• Proficiency in wire harness assembly and repair within a production or manufacturing environment.
• Ability to read and interpret work orders, diagrams, form boards, and wire lists.
• Hands-on experience reworking connectors, back shells, wire terminations, splices, split rings, and lugs.
• Skilled in wrapping, tying, and routing wires according to technical specifications.
• Experience performing electrical testing on wire harnesses or similar electrical assemblies.
• Strong troubleshooting skills with the ability to identify and resolve electrical issues within wire harnesses.
• High level of attention to detail and accuracy when following technical instructions and completing documentation.
• Ability to work effectively on both 1st and 3rd shift schedules as required.

Additional Skills

• Experience with aircraft electrical systems or aerospace manufacturing is highly preferred.
• Familiarity with production floor operations, including safety and quality procedures.
• Comfortable using hand tools and electrical test equipment commonly found in assembly environments.
• Ability to adapt to changing routing and breakout requirements as designs or repairs evolve.
• Strong organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple work orders while maintaining accurate documentation.
• Effective communication skills and the ability to collaborate with team members and provide status updates.

Work Environment

This position is based on a production floor and involves working alongside approximately 24 team members focused on aircraft wire harness assembly and repair. Candidates must be available to work both 1st and 3rd shift schedules as needed.

3rd Shift Schedule:

• Monday through Thursday: 9:30 PM to 6:30 AM (beginning Sunday night)
• Friday: 9:30 PM to 4:30 AM

Technicians regularly utilize standard electrical assembly tools, testing equipment, and production documentation within a structured manufacturing environment that emphasizes safety, quality, and efficiency.

Dress Code: Casual work attire, including jeans, a work shirt, and closed-toe shoes.

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 jobclassification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may besubject to specific elections, plan, or program terms.

If eligible, the benefitsavailable for this temporary role may include the following:

• Medical, dental & vision
• Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital
• 401(k) Retirement Plan – Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available
• Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents)
• Short and long-term disability
• Health Spending Account (HSA)
• Transportation benefits
• Employee Assistance Program
• Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Nov 19, 2026.

Workplace Type

This is a fully onsite position in Wichita,KS.

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