This role focuses on assembling, reworking, and testing electrical wire harnesses for aircraft components. You will interpret work orders and technical documentation to perform precise wiring tasks, troubleshoot issues, and ensure each harness meets quality and safety standards.

Responsibilities

• Read and interpret work orders, diagrams, form boards, blueprints, and wire lists to determine required materials and the sequence of assembly.
• Assemble and rework electrical wire harnesses for aircraft components according to specifications and quality standards.
• Rework connectors, back shells, wire terminations, splices, split rings, lugs, and other components built into a wire harness.
• Wrap and tie wires neatly and securely to maintain organization and compliance with technical requirements.
• Route wires accurately through harness assemblies, ensuring proper layout and adherence to routing instructions.
• Change routing and breakouts as needed based on updated instructions or engineering changes.
• Perform electrical tests on wire harnesses to verify functionality, continuity, and compliance with specifications.
• Troubleshoot and repair electrical issues within wire harness assemblies as required.
• Complete all associated paperwork accurately and on time, documenting work performed and test results.

• At least 1 year of aircraft electrical experience, specifically working with wire harnesses or related components.
• Hands-on experience with wire harness assembly and rework for aircraft components.
• Ability to read and interpret work orders, diagrams, form boards, blueprints, and wire lists.
• Proficiency in reworking connectors, back shells, wire terminations, splices, split rings, lugs, and similar components.
• Skill in wrapping, tying, and routing wires in an organized and precise manner.
• Ability to perform electrical tests on harness assemblies and interpret test results.
• Experience with repair and troubleshooting of electrical harness issues.
• Strong attention to detail and commitment to quality and accuracy in assembly work.
• Ability to complete required documentation and associated paperwork clearly and accurately.

• Previous experience working with aircraft components in a production or maintenance environment.
• Familiarity with form boards and other tools used in wire harness layout and assembly.
• Comfort working from blueprints and technical documentation in a fast-paced setting.
• Ability to adapt to changing routing, breakouts, and work instructions as needed.

Join a stable, collaborative team environment where electrical craftsmanship and attention to detail are valued. You will work alongside 15–20 skilled colleagues, gaining hands-on experience with aircraft electrical systems and wire harness assemblies. The role offers consistent shift schedules and the opportunity to deepen your technical skills in a structured, production-focused setting.

Work Environment

You will work as part of a team of approximately 15–20 employees in a production environment focused on aircraft electrical wire harnesses. Candidates must be available to work both 1st and 3rd shift schedules. The 3rd shift runs Monday through Thursday from 9:30 p.m. to 6:30 a.m. (starting Sunday night) and Friday from 9:30 p.m. to 4:30 a.m. The dress code is casual and practical, typically jeans, a work shirt, and closed-toed shoes, suitable for hands-on electrical assembly work.

Job Type & Location

This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Wichita, KS.

The pay range for this position is $22.00 - $22.00/hr.

Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits available 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)

This is a fully onsite position in Wichita,KS.

This position is anticipated to close on May 8, 2026.

We know that finding work is hard, and finding meaningful work is harder. Aerotek connects 180,000+ light industrial and skilled trades workers with 14,000+ employers each year, helping our workers navigate an evolving labor market and find jobs that meets their goals, skills and interests. Since 1983, we have provided a variety of career opportunities across North American industry – from short-term assignments at Fortune 500 companies where you can build your skills, to long-term opportunities where you can play a vital role solving for companies’ construction, manufacturing and maintenance challenges. Our 1,500+ experienced recruiters across 250+ offices work relentlessly to put our workforce in a position to thrive. Let us rise to meet your challenges and put our people-are everything spirit to the test as your career continues to grow.

Aerotek offers weekly pay, employee benefits including medical, dental & vision, life insurance, health advocacy and employee assistance programs, a 401(k) plan, and employee discounts.

The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regards to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.