Structural Technician

Aircraft Integration & Test Technician We are seeking an experienced Aircraft Integration & Test Technician to support the final assembly, inspection, integration, and testing of advanced aerospace systems. This role is responsible for ensuring structural, electrical, and mechanical conformance of completed aircraft prior to delivery, while supporting system checkout, troubleshooting, engine runs, and quality verification activities.

Responsibilities

- Perform final assembly verification and inspection of aircraft structures, mechanical systems, and electrical systems.
- Interpret engineering drawings, blueprints, wiring diagrams, schematics, and work instructions to complete assembly and inspection activities.
- Conduct quality inspections and identify non-conformances, documenting findings and supporting root cause analysis efforts.
- Verify installation and functionality of electrical, avionics, flight control, communication, and payload systems.
- Perform wiring continuity checks, electrical troubleshooting, and system-level diagnostics.
- Conduct aircraft weight and balance measurements and calculations.
- Support power-on testing, system checkout, and functional verification activities.
- Perform, monitor, and document engine runs while troubleshooting mechanical and electrical issues as needed.
- Utilize hand tools, torque tools, measuring equipment, multimeters, and other testing equipment to complete assignments.
- Record work within ERP/MES systems and maintain accurate production and quality documentation.
- Collaborate with engineering, manufacturing, and quality teams to resolve technical issues and improve overall product quality.

Required Qualifications

- Experience working from engineering drawings, blueprints, schematics, and detailed work instructions.
- Mechanical assembly and/or electro-mechanical assembly experience.
- Experience performing inspections and quality verification activities.
- Familiarity with mechanical and electrical systems troubleshooting.
- Ability to identify defects, investigate failures, and participate in root cause analysis.
- Experience using hand tools, power tools, torque tools, calipers, micrometers, multimeters, and related equipment.
- Knowledge of wiring, electrical assemblies, connectors, and continuity testing.
- Experience supporting manufacturing, assembly, repair, installation, production, or field service activities.
- Strong attention to detail and commitment to quality standards.

Preferred Qualifications

- Aerospace, aviation, defense, UAV/UAS, military, or related industry experience.
- Experience performing aircraft system checkout, power-on testing, and troubleshooting.
- Experience with engine testing, engine runs, or turbine/gas engine systems.
- Familiarity with ERP or MES systems.
- IPC/J-STD experience.
- Experience using oscilloscopes and advanced electrical test equipment.
- Knowledge of quality assurance, non-conformance reporting, and corrective actions.
- Exposure to lean manufacturing principles and continuous improvement initiatives.

Work Environment

- Full-time onsite position.
- Hands-on aerospace manufacturing and integration environment.
- Opportunity to work on advanced aircraft and unmanned systems technologies supporting critical defense and aerospace missions.
- This position is based onsite in Madison, AL.
Job Type & Location
This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Madison, AL.
Pay and Benefits
The pay range for this position is $22.00 - $26.00/hr. Individual compensation offered for this position within this range will depend on many factors, including qualifications, skills, relevant experience, job knowledge, geographic location, internal equity, and other pertinent job-related factors. 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)
Job Type & Location
This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Madison, AL.
Application Deadline
This position is anticipated to close on Oct 26, 2026.
Workplace Type
This is a fully onsite position in Madison,AL. About Actalent

Actalent is a global leader in engineering and sciences services and talent solutions. We help visionary companies advance their engineering and science initiatives through access to specialized experts who drive scale, innovation and speed to market. With a network of almost 20,000 consultants and 5,000 clients across the U.S., Canada, Asia and Europe, Actalent serves many of the Fortune 500. We are proud to be an Engineering News-Record (ENR) Top 500 Design Firm for our engineering design services and a ClearlyRated Best of Staffing® winner for both client and talent service.

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regard to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability,
sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected
by law.

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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.

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It is unlawful in Massachusetts to require or administer a lie detector test as a
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