Job Title: Electrical Technician
Job Description
This role focuses on assembling precision electrical units and sub-assemblies primarily used in avionics and military applications, including drones and UAVs. You will build wire harnesses, electro-mechanical boxes, connectors, panel assemblies, and smaller electrical wiring assemblies while working from detailed blueprints and schematics. The position offers hands-on, bench-based work where you see projects through from start to finish in a clean, quiet, and well-organized shop.
Responsibilities
Assemble electrical units and sub-assemblies used in avionics and military applications, including drones and UAVs.
Build wire harnesses, electro-mechanical boxes, connectors, panel builds, and smaller electrical wiring assemblies.
Perform extensive wire harness building, especially when starting, to learn the processes, products, and quality expectations.
Use a variety of hand tools such as crimpers, cutters, small screwdrivers, and soldering equipment to complete assemblies.
Read and interpret blueprints, schematic drawings, and wiring diagrams to route and trace wires accurately.
Measure components and materials using both metric and standard tape measures to ensure precise cuts and layouts.
Perform soldering work on electrical components and assemblies in accordance with project requirements.
Assemble small parts with a high level of attention to detail to ensure quality, reliability, and consistency.
Follow project timelines and complete assigned builds within required schedules while working at a steady and consistent pace.
See projects through from start to finish, ensuring that each assembly meets specifications and quality standards.
Contribute to the production of a large volume of custom-built wire harnesses for a multi-unit aircraft program.
Essential Skills
Previous electrical experience in areas such as panel wiring and wire harness building.
Ability to read and interpret blueprints, schematic drawings, and wiring diagrams.
Proficiency in using hand tools including crimpers, cutters, small screwdrivers, and other small assembly tools.
Demonstrated soldering experience suitable for production electrical assemblies.
Ability to read a tape measure in both metric and standard units.
Strong attention to detail when working with small parts and complex wiring.
Comfort with electrical wiring and assembly work in a bench environment.
Additional Skills & Qualifications
Completion of a two-year technical program in Electronics Technology, Automation, Robotics, or a related field is welcome.
Experience with small parts assembly and precision work is beneficial.
Familiarity with crimping techniques for electrical connectors and terminals.
Ability to work independently once trained, producing quality work with minimal oversight.
Comfort working on long-running projects that involve multiple custom wire harness builds.
Why Work Here?
You will join a clean, well-organized, and quiet shop where you can focus on high-quality, hands-on work. The schedule offers flexibility once you are trained, including the option of every other Friday off and start times that can be adjusted within a set range. You can enjoy listening to music with earbuds after demonstrating consistent quality, and you will have the satisfaction of seeing each project through from start to finish. The environment supports working at a steady pace while still meeting project timelines, providing a balanced and engaging work experience.
Work Environment
This is a bench assembly environment where you can sit for most tasks and focus on detailed electrical work. The shop is described as nice, clean, and generally quiet, allowing for concentration on precision assemblies. Work primarily involves bench-based wiring, soldering, and small parts assembly using hand tools such as crimpers, cutters, and soldering equipment. The initial training schedule runs from 7:30 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. for the first two weeks, after which there is flexibility to choose a start time, typically between 5:00 a.m. and 8:30 a.m., within operational needs. The schedule includes every other Friday off, and once you consistently produce quality work with minimal guidance, you may listen to music using earbuds while working. The role involves contributing to a large-scale program, building custom wire harnesses for a series of aircraft units.
Job Type & Location
This is a Contract position based out of Grand Forks, ND.
Pay and Benefits
The pay range for this position is $24.00 - $30.00/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)
Workplace Type
This is a fully onsite position in Grand Forks,ND.
Application Deadline
This position is anticipated to close on Jun 19, 2026.
About Aerotek
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.
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