Wiring Technician - 27653

Huntington Ingalls Industries; Jacksonville (FL); On-site; USD 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental and vision plans

401(k) savings plan options

Tuition reimbursement

Job summary

A leading defense contractor in Jacksonville, Florida is seeking a Wiring Technician to support the Aircraft Prototype Systems Division. The ideal candidate will possess an understanding of electrical systems, wiring diagrams, and safety regulations, along with the ability to troubleshoot and repair electrical issues. Responsibilities include performing repairs, working under pressure, and communicating with project engineers. This role offers competitive benefits and the opportunity for professional development.

Qualifications

• Must obtain IPC/WHMA-A-620 certification within first year of employment.
• Experience with aircraft modification projects is preferred.
• Understanding of SAE-AS50881 and OPNAVINST 4790 practices.

Responsibilities

• Perform repairs and installation of electrical wiring harnesses.
• Follow standard procedures and adapt as required.
• Communicate issues with project engineers.

Skills

Troubleshooting electrical issues

Understanding safety regulations

Soldering skills

Technical communication

Education

Associates degree or equivalent experience

Tools

Electrical tools and equipment

Job description

Company Overview

This opportunity resides with Warfare Systems (WS), a business group within HII’s Mission Technologies division. Warfare Systems comprises cyber and mission IT; electronic warfare; and C5ISR systems. HII works within our nation’s intelligence and cyber operations communities to defend our interests in cyberspace and anticipate emerging threats. Our capabilities in cybersecurity, network architecture, reverse engineering, software and hardware development uniquely enable us to support sensitive missions for the U.S. military and federal agency partners.

Position Summary

HII Mission Technologies is seeking a Wiring Technician to support the Aircraft Prototype Systems Division and other programs. A successful candidate will have a strong understanding of electrical systems and wiring diagrams, the ability to troubleshoot and repair electrical issues, and knowledge of safety regulations and procedures. The role requires efficient and effective work under pressure.

Responsibilities

• Perform assignments that are not completely standardized or prescribed, select or adapt standard procedures or equipment, using fully applicable precedents, receive initial instructions, equipment requirements, and advice from supervisor or engineer as needed.
• Perform recurring work independently.
• Work is reviewed for technical adequacy or conformity with instructions.
• Apply technical knowledge to perform repairs, fabrication, modification and installation of electrical wiring harnesses, cables, wires, wiring assemblies and associated parts.
• Perform soldering and use tools and equipment required to perform required functions.
• Communicate with the project engineer/designer on any issues pertaining to the task.
• Receive technical guidance, as required from a supervisor or engineer.
• Participate in planning for manufacturing, kitting, or repair items by determining facilities, equipment, material and number and type of personnel required.

Minimum Qualifications

• Level 1 - Associates Degree or other 2‑year technical degree in related discipline and 0 years experience; or High School Diploma or equivalent and 2 years related experience.
• Level 2 - Associates Degree or other 2‑year technical degree in related discipline and 1 year of related experience; or High School Diploma or equivalent and 3 years related experience.
• Level 3 - Associates Degree or other 2‑year technical degree in related discipline and 3 years of related experience; or High School Diploma or equivalent and 5 years related experience.
• Level 4 - Associates Degree or other 2‑year technical degree in related discipline and 6 years related experience or High School Diploma or equivalent and 8 years related experience.
• Technical knowledge to demonstrate a practical application of aircraft wiring procedures.
• Must obtain (and subsequently maintain) IPC/WHMA‑A‑620 certification within first year of employment.

Preferred Requirements

• Experience with aircraft modification projects.
• Experience with AS9100 Quality management policies and procedures.
• Understanding and application of electrical assembly, installation, and repair practices governed by SAE‑AS50881, OPNAVINST 4790, and NAVAIR 505.
• Eligibility to upgrade to TS/SCI.

Physical Requirements

• May require working in an industrial environment. Normally not required to lift more than 40 pounds higher than three feet above floor level. May encounter extremes of temperature, pollution, humidity, noise, and other environmental factors while collecting data, observing performance of task teams.

Benefits

HII offers competitive benefits such as best‑in‑class medical, dental and vision plans, wellness resources, employee assistance programs, 401(k) savings plan options, financial planning tools, life insurance, employee discounts, paid holidays and paid time off, tuition reimbursement, and early childhood and post‑secondary education scholarships. Bonus or other non‑recurrent compensation may be offered for qualified positions.

Equal Employment Opportunity

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, physical or mental disability, age, or veteran status or any other basis protected by federal, state, or local law.

Reasonable Accommodations

If you need a reasonable accommodation for any part of the employment process, please send an e‑mail to [e-mail] and let us know the nature of your request and your contact information. Reasonable accommodations are considered on a case‑by‑case basis. For additional assistance, you may also call 1‑844‑849‑8463 (Press #3 for HII Mission Technologies).