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JOB TITLE: Avionics Technician (Installation & Systems Integration) LOCATION: Irvine, CA PAY RATE: $42.00/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 (Long Term) 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 (U.S. citizen, lawful permanent resident, or protected individual) 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: Creates, modifies, routes, and installs aircraft system wire harnesses on manned and unmanned aircraft. Performs aircraft operational and functional testing of newly installed or modified electrical and avionics systems. Troubleshoots and repairs electrical and avionics systems in accordance with DOD, manufacturer, and company directives. Reads and interprets schematics, assembly drawings, process specifications, wiring diagrams, and technical manuals. Assembles, modifies, routes, and installs wire bundles, connectors, and other electrical components in confined spaces. Uses manual hand tools including wire crimpers, wire strippers, wire cutters, and heat shrink guns. Uses basic test equipment such as multi-meters and aircraft system specific related test equipment. Documents maintenance and repair actions, equipment status tags, logs, and parts requests. Works with customers, contractors, and hardware engineers to implement system requirements. Provides technical and operational knowledge for assessment and repair or maintenance recommendations. Requirements: Must be a U.S. Person (as defined by ITAR). High School Diploma or equivalent. 3+ years of relevant industry experience. Strong background with aircraft system theory. Ability to read and interpret schematics, assembly drawings, process specifications, wiring diagrams, and technical manuals. Experience assembling, modifying, routing, and installing wire bundles, connectors, and electrical components. Experience using manual hand tools including wire crimpers, wire strippers, wire cutters, and heat shrink guns. Experience using basic test equipment such as multi-meters and aircraft system specific test equipment. Ability to document maintenance and repair actions, equipment status tags, logs, and parts requests. Ability to stoop, stand, climb, and lift a minimum of 25 lbs. 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 leading aerospace and defense OEMs and Tier 1 suppliers, we connect professionals with career opportunities to grow and excel in aviation, aerospace, and defense. Eligibility Requirements: Must be a U.S. Person (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 Take your career to new heights—apply today!

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