Engineering Technician

Description

Position Overview

Our client is seeking a Production Technician II to support the assembly of custom wiring harnesses and electromechanical products for aerospace and defense applications. This position is primarily focused on low-volume, high-quality wiring harness assembly and requires candidates who can contribute quickly with minimal training.

The ideal candidate will have experience reading schematics, installing connectors, performing wire terminations, and building harnesses to strict quality standards in a manufacturing environment.

Top Must-Have Skills
Wiring harness assembly experience
Ability to read and interpret engineering drawings, schematics, and wiring diagrams
Connector installation and wire termination
Experience using calibrated crimping tools
Strong attention to detail and workmanship standards
Ability to work independently with minimal training
Preferred Qualifications
IPC/WHMA-A-620 certification
IPC-A-610 certification
Aerospace, defense, military, or FAA-regulated manufacturing experience
Experience building to military specifications
Heat shrink, strain relief, and environmental/weatherproofing experience
Experience troubleshooting assembly issues alongside engineers
Responsibilities
Build and assemble wiring harnesses according to engineering drawings and work instructions
Perform wire routing, crimping, connector installation, and termination activities
Verify workmanship and quality requirements throughout the assembly process
Utilize calibrated tools and equipment to ensure production standards are met
Support troubleshooting efforts and resolve assembly-related issues with engineering teams
Maintain a safe and organized work environment
Adhere to aerospace, defense, and customer-specific quality requirements
Ideal Backgrounds
Wiring Harness Technician
Cable Assembly Technician
Aerospace Assembly Technician
Avionics Technician
Electronics Technician
Electrical Assembly Technician
Manufacturing Technician (electrical/electronics focus)
Aircraft Electrical Technician
Engineering Technician with hands-on harness assembly experience
Nice-to-Have Experience
Aircraft assembly or maintenance
Military electronics experience
Automotive electrical systems
Test Technician experience
Slot machine manufacturing or repair
Mechanical assembly and repair work
Personal hobbies involving electronics, automotive restoration, fabrication, or equipment repair
Disqualifiers
Primarily residential cable installation experience (Dish, DirecTV, home networking, etc.)
Limited or no wiring harness assembly experience
Candidates requiring extensive technical training before becoming productive
Inability to pass a THC drug screen
Growth Opportunities

Strong performers may convert to full-time employment and have opportunities to advance through Technician I-V levels. Additional career progression opportunities may include:

Test Technician
Engineering Technician
Advanced Production Technician roles
Hybrid production/engineering support positions
Interview Focus Areas

Candidates should be prepared to discuss:

Wiring harness projects they have completed
Reading schematics and engineering drawings
Crimping methods and tooling used
Connector installation and wire termination techniques
Military, aerospace, aviation, or regulated manufacturing standards
Troubleshooting assembly challenges
Mechanical and hands-on technical experience
Candidate Profile Summary

Seeking a hands-on wiring harness technician with experience in aerospace, defense, military, electronics, or other highly regulated manufacturing environments. Candidates should be capable of quickly integrating into production with minimal ramp-up time while maintaining exceptional quality and workmanship standards.

Skills

wire harness assembly, crimping, blueprint reading, schematic reading, ipc 610, aerospace assembly, military specifications

Top Skills Details

wire harness assembly,crimping,blueprint reading,schematic reading

Additional Skills & Qualifications

IPC Certification

IPC/WHMA-A-620
IPC-A-610
Any cable and wire harness certification

Aerospace / Defense / Military Manufacturing

Building to military specifications
DoD, aerospace, FAA, or other regulated manufacturing environments

Environmental Protection Techniques

Heat shrink application
Weatherproofing
Strain relief methods

Troubleshooting
Working with engineers to resolve build issues
Identifying wiring discrepancies and assembly problems

Ideal Backgrounds
Wire Harness Technician
Cable Assembly Technician
Avionics Technician
Aerospace Assembly Technician
Electronics Technician
Aircraft Electrical Technician
Production Technician (electronics/wiring-focused)
Manufacturing Technician (electrical assembly)
Engineering Technician with harness experience

Experience Level

Entry Level

Job Type & Location
This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Sparks, NV.
Pay and Benefits
The pay range for this position is $21.00 - $25.00/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 Sparks, NV.
Application Deadline
This position is anticipated to close on Nov 24, 2026.
Workplace Type
This is a fully onsite position in Sparks,NV. About Actalent

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