Job Description

The Electrical Wire Harness Assembler reads work orders and technical documentation to assemble, rework, and test aircraft wire harnesses and related electrical components. This role focuses on precise wire terminations, connector rework, routing, and troubleshooting to ensure high-quality, reliable electrical assemblies.

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 any other components built into a wire harness.
• Wrap and tie wires neatly and securely to meet design requirements and maintain organization within the harness.
• Route wires through harnesses and assemblies following specified paths and clearances.

Requirements

• At least 1 year of aircraft electrical experience, specifically working with wire harnesses or similar assemblies.
• Hands-on experience with wire harness assembly and 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, and lugs.

Pay

• $22/hr

Shift

• 1st Shift: Monday through Friday
• 3rd shift hours - Mon-Thur, 9:30pm-6:30am (shift starts Sunday night). Friday, 9:30pm-4:30am (shift finishes 4:30am on Friday)

Why Work Here?

You will join a stable, collaborative team environment where your electrical expertise directly supports high-quality aircraft components. The team size allows for close collaboration and knowledge sharing, while varied shift options support different lifestyle needs. You will have the opportunity to build specialized skills in aircraft wire harness assembly and troubleshooting, contributing to a critical part of the aerospace industry.

Work Environment

You will work as part of a team of approximately 15–20 employees in a production environment focused on aircraft wire harness assembly.

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 29, 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.

San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance:
Pursuant to the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, for all positions located in the city and county of San Francisco, we will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records.

Massachusetts Lie Detector:
It is unlawful in Massachusetts to require or administer a lie detector test as a condition of employment or continued employment. An employer who violates this law shall be subject to criminal penalties and civil liability.

Use of Artificial Intelligence (AI):
We may use Artificial Intelligence (AI) to support parts of our hiring process, including sourcing, screening, and evaluating candidates. AI helps assess applications and qualifications, but final decisions are made by our hiring team. By applying, you acknowledge and agree that your application may be reviewed using AI tools.