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Aviation Wire Harness Assembly
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An Assembly Machine Operator operates and maintains machines that assemble components as part of a manufacturing process. Produces components by assembling parts and subassemblies.
$44,100 / year median in California
-5% projected decline
Job Description
Aviation Wire Harness Assembly
The Structures Company
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El Segundo, California
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CONTRACTOR
Updated 09/03/2026
Job Description
Job Summary
JOB TITLE
Aviation Wire Harness Assembly
LOCATION
El Segundo, CA
PAY RATE:
$40.00-50.00/hour
We are a national aerospace and defense staffing agency seeking highly qualified candidates for a position with a top-tier client.
Job Details:
Job Type:
Contract (Long Term)
Industry:
Aerospace / Defense / Aviation
Benefits:
Medical, dental, and vision (Cigna)
Perks:
Bonus potential + Priority access via Tier 1 supplier
Openings Nationwide:
Thousands of opportunities across the U.S.
Qualifying Questions:
Are you a U.S. Person (U.S. citizen, lawful permanent resident, or protected individual) as defined under ITAR regulations?
Do you meet the educational and experience requirements for this role?
Can you commute to the job location or relocate if necessary?
Summary:
Performs soldering including both through-hole and surface-mount techniques while adhering to J-STD-001 and
IPC-A-610
workmanship requirements.
Carries out PCBA rework, component replacement, and troubleshooting on circuit boards.
Identifies and corrects solder defects, damaged traces, and other issues in accordance with established rework procedures.
Performs assembly, tear-downs, inspections, and testing of mechanical and electromechanical components and other Line Replaceable Units (LRUs).
Reads and understands manufacturing blueprints, wire diagrams, planning documents, and test specifications.
Uses hand tools including calipers, micrometers, torque wrenches, and multimeters for testing and assembly of PMA parts.
Initiates and documents nonconforming materials, hardware, software, tools, parts, assemblies, or portions thereof according to specifications, processes, and procedures.
Applies J-STD-001 and
IPC-A-610
industry standards in all soldering and assembly tasks.
Performs assembly, inspection, and testing functions in an aviation production environment.
Assists with other functions of manufacturing aircraft parts as needed.
Requirements:
Must be a U.S. Person (as defined by ITAR).
4+ years of experience in an aviation production environment.
Certification in J-STD-001 and IPC-A-610 or equivalent industry standards with demonstrated familiarity in applying these standards.
Experience with assembly instructions, blueprint reading, and other technical specifications.
Basic computer skills including Windows, MacOS, Excel, and Gmail.
Ability to work flexible hours including overtime as needed.
Ability to lift and move objects weighing up to 50 lbs.
Preferred:
6+ years of experience in an aviation production environment.
Preferred:
Experience with Material Review Board (MRB) process.
Preferred:
Experience working in a startup environment.
About Us:
The Structures Company is a premier national aerospace and defense staffing agency specializing in contract, contract-to-hire, and direct hire placements. We deliver expert workforce solutions across engineering, IT, production, maintenance, and support roles.
As trusted partners to leading aerospace and defense OEMs and Tier 1 suppliers, we connect professionals with career opportunities to grow and excel in aviation, aerospace, and defense.
Eligibility Requirements:
Must be a U.S. Person (U.S. citizen, lawful permanent resident, or protected individual under 8 U.S.C. 1324b(a)(3)) to comply with ITAR regulations.
Keywords:
aerospace, aviation, engineering, maintenance, aircraft design, defense
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Benefits
- Health Insurance
- Dental Insurance
- Vision Insurance