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Aircraft Electrician jobs are open across commercial aviation, defense contracting, MRO facilities, and aerospace manufacturing, at every level from entry-level technician to lead and inspection authorization, with specializations in avionics systems, wire harness fabrication, and aircraft wiring maintenance. See the openings below and apply to the ones that match your experience.
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The Aircraft Mechanic I Electrician (UH-60) inspects and performs electrical maintenance on aircraft electrical systems and components according to drawings, blueprints, directives, technical manuals and safety procedures.
- Installs, removes, inspects, tests, adjusts, or repairs avionics equipment, such as radar, radio, and navigation systems in aircraft.
- Installs and repairs electrical wiring and/or cable on aircraft in adherence to established specifications.
- Diagnoses, troubleshoots, and repairs malfunctions in electrical and electronic components, including solid state and transistorized subsystems.
- Repairs aircraft instrument systems.
- Applies principles of electricity/electronics, hydrostatic motion, pneumatics and hydraulics applicable to repair aircraft instrument systems.
- Removes, installs, repairs, adjusts and tests electrical/electronic elements of assemblies and components according to technical manuals, directives and safety procedures.
- Cleans, preserves and stores electrical/electronic components and aircraft instruments.
- Removes, repairs, services, installs, and troubleshoots nickel cadmium batteries.
- Uses and performs operator maintenance on tools, special tools and aircraft ground support equipment.
- Removes, replaces, services, prepares, preserves, cleans and stores electrical assembles or components.
- Disassembles, repairs, reassembles, adjusts, diagnostically tests electrical systems, subsystems and components according to directives.
- Safely prepares aircraft for inspections and performs limited maintenance operational checks.
- Performs scheduled inspections and assists in performing special inspections.
- Requisitions bench stock for repair of electrical systems and subcomponents.
- Prepares request for turn ins and repair parts and electrical components.
- Prepares forms and records related to aircraft maintenance.
- Maintains the supplies and perform preventive maintenance.
- Performs additional duties, including maintenance duties, as requested.
- Adheres to company policies and safety programs (Safety-first mentality)
Minimum Requirements
- High School Diploma or equivalent is required.
- U.S. military technical school or specialized training course is desired, certification of education level is required.
- Valid up-to-date A&P and / or FCC license (optional)
- Shall have three years aviation maintenance experience, two years rotary wing aircraft experience, and two years on the assigned Mission Design Series (MDS). All experience must be within the six most recent years.
- Valid Driver’s License.
- Must provide own tools/toolbox. Recruiters will provide toolbox requirements to candidates upon selection.
- Must be able to work, day shift, swing shift, night shift, and/or weekend shift (if applicable) – As required for CBA.
Clearance Requirements (as applicable)
- Must be able to obtain and maintain a NACI(T1) Public Trust Security Clearance. Must be able to obtain and maintain facility credentials/authorization. US Citizenship is required for facility credentials/authorization to work at this facility.
Knowledge & Skills
- Thorough knowledge of MDS aircraft electrical and instrument systems and subsystems and repair.
- Basic knowledge of aircraft unique tools and test equipment listed in the assigned MDS Maintenance Allocation Chart (MAC).
- Working knowledge of technical publications and Logistics Information Systems.
- Able to prioritize workloads to maintain schedules on assigned projects
- Possess the level of experience to inspect all required aeronautical type maintenance to be performed by an aircraft electrician.
- The incumbent receives technical guidance, as required, from supervisor or higher-level technician, will occasionally be required to lead teams through more complex aircraft relevant tasks, and may be required to make entries in aircraft logs and records.
Physical Requirements/Working Environment
- Must be able to walk and stand on level and/or inclined surfaces for extended periods throughout the day.
- Must be able to climb stairs, ramps, ladders, and work stands.
- Must be able to crouch, crawl, grasp or handle objects, use finger dexterity, bend elbow/knee and reach above/below shoulders.
- May be required to lift/push/pull heavy objects whose weight may exceed 50 pounds.
- Must be able to type using a standard keyboard to communicate through e-mail and various software applications.
- Will handle dirty parts and lubricants.
- Will be required to wear proper Personal Protective Equipment (PPE).
- Must be able to pass a Respirator Physical and Fit Test qualification.
- May be required to operate power vehicles, machinery, hand tools, ground support equipment, forklift, etc.
- May work in maintenance shop or outside.
- Must be able to work in a shop where the environment is drafty, noisy, and dirty.
- May be exposed to extreme noise from operating equipment.
- May be exposed to electrical shock hazards or work near moving mechanical parts or vehicles.
- May be expected to work in austere environments and all-weather conditions.
Amentum is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. Our hiring practices provide equal opportunity for employment without regard to race, religion, color, sex, gender, national origin, age, United States military veteran’s status, ancestry, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, family structure, medical condition including genetic characteristics or information, veteran status, or mental or physical disability so long as the essential functions of the job can be performed with or without reasonable accommodation, or any other protected category under federal, state, or local law. Learn more about your rights under Federal EEO laws and supplemental language at EEO including Disability/Protected Veterans and Labor Laws Posters.
Compensation Details:
USD: $39.03
Original Posting:
10/30/2026 - Until FilledAmentum anticipates this job requisition will remain open for at least three days, with a closing date no earlier than three days after the original posting. This timeline may change based on business needs.
Amentum is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. Our hiring practices provide equal opportunity for employment without regard to race, sex, sexual orientation, pregnancy (including pregnancy, childbirth, breastfeeding, or medical conditions related to pregnancy, childbirth, or breastfeeding), age, ancestry, United States military or veteran status, color, religion, creed, marital or domestic partner status, medical condition, genetic information, national origin, citizenship status, low-income status, or mental or physical disability so long as the essential functions of the job can be performed with or without reasonable accommodation, or any other protected category under federal, state, or local law. Learn more about your rights under Federal laws and supplemental language at Labor Laws Posters.
The Aircraft Mechanic I Electrician (UH-60) inspects and performs electrical maintenance on aircraft electrical systems and components according to drawings, blueprints, directives, technical manuals and safety procedures.
- Installs, removes, inspects, tests, adjusts, or repairs avionics equipment, such as radar, radio, and navigation systems in aircraft.
- Installs and repairs electrical wiring and/or cable on aircraft in adherence to established specifications.
- Diagnoses, troubleshoots, and repairs malfunctions in electrical and electronic components, including solid state and transistorized subsystems.
- Repairs aircraft instrument systems.
- Applies principles of electricity/electronics, hydrostatic motion, pneumatics and hydraulics applicable to repair aircraft instrument systems.
- Removes, installs, repairs, adjusts and tests electrical/electronic elements of assemblies and components according to technical manuals, directives and safety procedures.
- Cleans, preserves and stores electrical/electronic components and aircraft instruments.
- Removes, repairs, services, installs, and troubleshoots nickel cadmium batteries.
- Uses and performs operator maintenance on tools, special tools and aircraft ground support equipment.
- Removes, replaces, services, prepares, preserves, cleans and stores electrical assembles or components.
- Disassembles, repairs, reassembles, adjusts, diagnostically tests electrical systems, subsystems and components according to directives.
- Safely prepares aircraft for inspections and performs limited maintenance operational checks.
- Performs scheduled inspections and assists in performing special inspections.
- Requisitions bench stock for repair of electrical systems and subcomponents.
- Prepares request for turn ins and repair parts and electrical components.
- Prepares forms and records related to aircraft maintenance.
- Maintains the supplies and perform preventive maintenance.
- Performs additional duties, including maintenance duties, as requested.
- Adheres to company policies and safety programs (Safety-first mentality)
Minimum Requirements
- High School Diploma or equivalent is required.
- U.S. military technical school or specialized training course is desired, certification of education level is required.
- Valid up-to-date A&P and / or FCC license (optional)
- Shall have three years aviation maintenance experience, two years rotary wing aircraft experience, and two years on the assigned Mission Design Series (MDS). All experience must be within the six most recent years.
- Valid Driver’s License.
- Must provide own tools/toolbox. Recruiters will provide toolbox requirements to candidates upon selection.
- Must be able to work, day shift, swing shift, night shift, and/or weekend shift (if applicable) – As required for CBA.
Clearance Requirements (as applicable)
- Must be able to obtain and maintain a NACI(T1) Public Trust Security Clearance. Must be able to obtain and maintain facility credentials/authorization. US Citizenship is required for facility credentials/authorization to work at this facility.
Knowledge & Skills
- Thorough knowledge of MDS aircraft electrical and instrument systems and subsystems and repair.
- Basic knowledge of aircraft unique tools and test equipment listed in the assigned MDS Maintenance Allocation Chart (MAC).
- Working knowledge of technical publications and Logistics Information Systems.
- Able to prioritize workloads to maintain schedules on assigned projects
- Possess the level of experience to inspect all required aeronautical type maintenance to be performed by an aircraft electrician.
- The incumbent receives technical guidance, as required, from supervisor or higher-level technician, will occasionally be required to lead teams through more complex aircraft relevant tasks, and may be required to make entries in aircraft logs and records.
Physical Requirements/Working Environment
- Must be able to walk and stand on level and/or inclined surfaces for extended periods throughout the day.
- Must be able to climb stairs, ramps, ladders, and work stands.
- Must be able to crouch, crawl, grasp or handle objects, use finger dexterity, bend elbow/knee and reach above/below shoulders.
- May be required to lift/push/pull heavy objects whose weight may exceed 50 pounds.
- Must be able to type using a standard keyboard to communicate through e-mail and various software applications.
- Will handle dirty parts and lubricants.
- Will be required to wear proper Personal Protective Equipment (PPE).
- Must be able to pass a Respirator Physical and Fit Test qualification.
- May be required to operate power vehicles, machinery, hand tools, ground support equipment, forklift, etc.
- May work in maintenance shop or outside.
- Must be able to work in a shop where the environment is drafty, noisy, and dirty.
- May be exposed to extreme noise from operating equipment.
- May be exposed to electrical shock hazards or work near moving mechanical parts or vehicles.
- May be expected to work in austere environments and all-weather conditions.
Amentum is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. Our hiring practices provide equal opportunity for employment without regard to race, religion, color, sex, gender, national origin, age, United States military veteran’s status, ancestry, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, family structure, medical condition including genetic characteristics or information, veteran status, or mental or physical disability so long as the essential functions of the job can be performed with or without reasonable accommodation, or any other protected category under federal, state, or local law. Learn more about your rights under Federal EEO laws and supplemental language at EEO including Disability/Protected Veterans and Labor Laws Posters.
Compensation Details:
USD: $39.03
Original Posting:
10/30/2026 - Until FilledAmentum anticipates this job requisition will remain open for at least three days, with a closing date no earlier than three days after the original posting. This timeline may change based on business needs.
Amentum is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. Our hiring practices provide equal opportunity for employment without regard to race, sex, sexual orientation, pregnancy (including pregnancy, childbirth, breastfeeding, or medical conditions related to pregnancy, childbirth, or breastfeeding), age, ancestry, United States military or veteran status, color, religion, creed, marital or domestic partner status, medical condition, genetic information, national origin, citizenship status, low-income status, or mental or physical disability so long as the essential functions of the job can be performed with or without reasonable accommodation, or any other protected category under federal, state, or local law. Learn more about your rights under Federal laws and supplemental language at Labor Laws Posters.
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Who's Hiring
What Employers Look For
The qualifications that appear most often in aircraft electrician jobs.
- FAA Airframe and Powerplant (A&P) certificate or eligibility to obtain one
- Experience reading and interpreting aircraft wiring diagrams and schematics
- Proficiency with electrical test equipment including multimeters and meggers
- Familiarity with wiring standards such as AS50881 and MIL-W-5088
- High school diploma or equivalent with vocational aviation training preferred
- Ability to obtain and maintain a DoD security clearance for defense roles
Tips for Your Aircraft Electrician Job Search
List your airframe certifications clearly
Put your FAA Airframe and Powerplant certificate, inspection authorizations, and any OEM type-specific training near the top of your resume. Hiring managers in MRO and defense shops scan for these before reading anything else.
Tailor your resume to the platform
Commercial airline shops care about ATA chapter familiarity and wire splicing standards like AS50881. Defense contractors want NAVAIR or depot-level experience. Match your bullet points to the specific platform, not to aircraft electrician work in general.
Apply early to roles that fit
Migrate Mate lists aircraft electrician openings from across the United States in one place, so you can find roles that match and apply directly to each listing.
Target openings by maintenance environment
Filter your search by facility type: line maintenance roles move fast and prioritize troubleshooting speed, while heavy check and modification center roles reward precision documentation. Knowing which environment fits your strengths helps you choose where to apply.
Prepare for a hands-on skills assessment
Many MRO shops and defense contractors require a bench test before or during the interview, covering wire crimping, connector pinning, or multimeter use on live circuits. Practice reading wiring diagrams for specific aircraft families you've put on your resume.
Negotiate shift differential and per diem
Aircraft electrician roles frequently run rotating shifts and may include travel to customer sites or government facilities. Ask about shift differential rates, per diem policy, and tool allowances before accepting an offer, since these can represent a meaningful part of total compensation.
Aircraft Electrician Jobs: Frequently Asked Questions
Which companies are hiring the most aircraft electricians?
The companies hiring the most aircraft electricians right now include Amentum, GLSS, and our company, with the largest share of openings in Texas, Virginia, and Georgia, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of November 2026. Defense contractors and large MRO providers tend to post the highest volume of openings consistently throughout the year.
How do you become an aircraft electrician?
You typically start by completing an FAA-approved aviation maintenance technician program at a technical school or community college, which covers electrical systems alongside airframe and powerplant topics. After logging the required experience hours, you sit for the FAA Airframe and Powerplant written, oral, and practical exams. Many technicians then build specialization in avionics or wiring systems through on-the-job experience at an MRO facility, airline, or defense contractor.
Can you get hired as an aircraft electrician with little experience?
Yes, entry-level aircraft electrician roles do exist, particularly at MRO shops and regional airlines that hire recent aviation maintenance program graduates. Employers at this level prioritize your FAA Airframe certificate or enrollment in an approved program, your ability to read wiring diagrams, and any hands-on electrical work from school or a military background. Highlighting military avionics experience or civilian apprenticeship hours significantly strengthens an entry-level application.
What does the aircraft electrician interview process look like?
Most employers start with a phone or video screen to confirm certifications and work history, followed by an in-person interview covering technical knowledge of aircraft electrical systems and your experience with specific platforms. Many shops then administer a practical skills assessment, which may include wiring diagram interpretation, connector pinning, or troubleshooting a simulated fault. Defense contractors typically add a background check and security clearance review before extending an offer.
Where can I find and apply to aircraft electrician jobs?
You can find and apply to aircraft electrician jobs on Migrate Mate, which lists current openings from across the United States. Search for roles that fit your certifications, platform experience, and preferred work environment, then apply directly to each listing that matches what you're looking for.
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