JOB TITLE: Aircraft Electrical Mechanic Level 3 DEFENSE LOCATION: San Antonio, TX PAY RATE: $40/hour We are a national aerospace and defense staffing agency seeking highly qualified candidates for a position with a top-tier client. Job Details: Job Type: Contract (12 months with potentia
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Aircraft Electrical Mechanic - Level 3 - DEFENSE
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JOB TITLE: Aircraft Electrical Mechanic Level 3 DEFENSE
LOCATION: San Antonio, TX
PAY RATE: $40/hour

We are a national aerospace and defense staffing agency seeking highly qualified candidates for a position with a top-tier client.

Job Details:

    Job Type: Contract (12 months with potential for extension)

    Clearance: Must be able to obtain a TS clearance during onboarding

    Industry: Aerospace / Defense / Aviation

    Benefits: Medical, dental, and vision (Cigna)

    Perks: Bonus potential + Priority access via Tier 1 supplier

    Openings Nationwide: Thousands of opportunities across the U.S.

Qualifying Questions:

    Are you a U.S. person as defined under ITAR regulations?

    Do you meet the educational and experience requirements for this role?

    Can you commute to the job location or relocate if necessary?

Summary:

    Perform connector terminations, including shielded wires, coaxial cables, and fiber optic wiring.

    Route and handle harnesses per instructions.

    Seal, wrap, bond, tie, and close wire harnesses/cables to standard processes.

    Read and interpret engineering drawings, technical orders, specifications, and retrofit requirements to perform modifications/repairs.

    Use tooling, assemblies, and fixtures for depot-level modifications and wiring repairs.

    Assemble, install, inspect, and modify wire bundles and electrical assemblies.

    Conduct operational and quality checks of aircraft systems.

    Troubleshoot malfunctions in aircraft electrical and comm/nav systems.

    Follow work instructions, blueprints, wire diagrams, sketches, and layouts.

    Safely operate tools, materials, and powered elevating equipment.

    Maintain certifications, licenses, and permits as required.

    Perform duties of lower-level classifications as needed.

Requirements:

    Must be able to obtain a TS clearance during onboarding (A comprehensive background check covering finances, residences, employment, drug use, military service, and criminal history will be required).

    HS Diploma/GED required.

    Regular and predictable attendance required.

    10+ years of experience with aircraft electrical/electronic theory, avionics systems, shop math, and practices.

    10+ years of experience with schematics, specifications, assembly drawings, and SOPs.

    10+ years of experience in aircraft installation, repair, modification, testing, and troubleshooting of systems.

    Ability to work variable shifts, weekends, and overtime.

    Must be a U.S. Citizen (as defined by ITAR).

Physical & Work Requirements:

    Ability to climb ladders, work in confined spaces, and lift ~35 lbs (two-person lift for >50 lbs).

    Frequent standing, walking, reaching, balancing, and overhead work.

    Occasional crawling, squatting, bending/stooping, and sitting for extended periods.

    Exposure to elevated platforms, noise, metals, and hazardous materials.

    Must use PPE (face, eyes, ears, hands, arms).

    Must pass visual acuity and color perception tests.

    Ability to read, write, and comprehend English.

    Maintain required training/certifications.

Job Requirements:
Preferred Qualifications:

    Avionics and depot-level/modification maintenance experience.

    Experience operating forklifts, cranes, and powered elevating equipment.

    FAA Airframe and/or Power Plant certification.

About Us:

The Structures Company is a premier national aerospace and defense staffing agency specializing in contract, contract-to-hire, and direct hire placements. We deliver expert workforce solutions across engineering, IT, production, maintenance, and support roles.

As trusted partners to major aerospace OEMs and Tier 1 suppliers, we connect professionals with opportunities to grow and excel in the aviation and aerospace industries.

Eligibility Requirements:

Must be a U.S. Citizen, lawful permanent resident, or protected individual under 8 U.S.C. 1324b(a)(3) to comply with ITAR regulations.

Keywords: aerospace, aviation, engineering, maintenance, aircraft design, defense

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Company Details
The Structures Company
P.O. Box 2278
Seal Beach, California 90740 USA
www.thestructurescompany.com
327 Open Jobs Available
The Structures Company is a national staffing firm specializing in contract, contract to hire and direct hire placement opportunities. Our clients rely on us to support their engineering, IT, Production, Maintenance & Repair and support staff. Our niche...

Benefits:
We have a national medical, dental and vision plan with United Healthcare and we also have a robust 401K offering. In some cases there is bonus potential, sick pay and holiday pay for those who qualify.

Supported Manufacturers:
We support the majority of Aerospace OEM's and Tier 1 Suppliers across the United States.

Supported Models:

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Job Info
Location
San Antonio, Texas, United States
Type
Contractor
Company Details
The Structures Company
P.O. Box 2278
Seal Beach, California 90740 USA
www.thestructurescompany.com
327 Open Jobs Available
The Structures Company is a national staffing firm specializing in contract, contract to hire and direct hire placement opportunities. Our clients rely on us to support their engineering, IT, Production, Maintenance & Repair and support staff. Our niche...

Benefits:
We have a national medical, dental and vision plan with United Healthcare and we also have a robust 401K offering. In some cases there is bonus potential, sick pay and holiday pay for those who qualify.

Supported Manufacturers:
We support the majority of Aerospace OEM's and Tier 1 Suppliers across the United States.

Supported Models:

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