Labs Electrical Harness Technician (Contract)
$79,040–$104,000 year
On-site · Long Beach, California, United States
Job Summary
Fabricate aircraft and test lab electrical wiring harnesses, cable assemblies, and looms per engineering drawings, wiring diagrams, and work instructions. Perform wire cutting, stripping, crimping, soldering, splicing, routing, and lacing using approved tools and techniques. Install connectors, backshells, contacts, heat shrink, and protective sleeving to aerospace standards. Read and interpret schematics, blueprints, wiring diagrams, and technical manuals. Perform continuity, insulation resistance, and functional testing of harness assemblies. Inspect completed work to ensure compliance with quality, safety, and regulatory standards (FAA, IPC/WHMA, MIL-STD, etc.). Troubleshoot and repair wiring harness discrepancies or defects. Maintain accurate production and inspection documentation. Follow ESD, FOD, and safety procedures at all times. Collaborate with engineering, quality, and production teams to resolve technical issues. Maintain tools, equipment, and a clean, organized work area. Integrate wiring harnesses into lab test fixtures, ensuring proper fit and function. Assist in the development and improvement of assembly and testing processes to ensure consistency and efficiency.
Required Qualifications
- Minimum 2 years prior experience within the aircraft industry with a focus on avionics, electronics, and electrical harness building activities
- Hands-on experience with mechanical and electrical assembly, system integration, and testing processes directly related to aircraft assembly, maintenance and operation
- Familiarity with reading and interpreting technical drawings, wiring diagrams, and schematics
- Proficiency in the use of test and measurement equipment such as oscilloscopes and multimeters, etc.
- Proficiency in crimping, soldering, and wire termination to aerospace standards
- Strong troubleshooting and problem-solving skills
- Knowledge of quality control and assurance processes in manufacturing or aerospace manufacturing environments
- Must be authorized to work in the U.S. without sponsorship, onsite at our Long Beach location
Additional Requirements
- Must be authorized to work in the U.S. without sponsorship, onsite at our Long Beach location
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