**Avionics Technician & Structures Technician** **Location:** **Mesa Gateway Airport** **Industry:** **Advanced Aerospace / Spacecraft Manufacturing** **Contract:** **6‑Month Contract (possible extension or conversion, not guaranteed)** **Tools/PPE:** **Provided by client — no personal tools required** **AVIONICS TECHNICIAN** **Compensation:** **$30–$37/hr** **Shift Differential:** +$3/hr for any **Saturday or Sunday** worked (applied to those days only) **Shift:** + **2nd Shift:** Thurs–Sun | **4:00pm–2:30am** **What You'll Do** + Install and build avionics wiring and harnesses for a **full fly‑by‑wire spacecraft** + Route, tie, strip, crimp, solder, and terminate wiring + Install avionics components (LRUs, sensors, DAUs) + Troubleshoot electrical and avionics issues + Use standard avionics tools (multimeter, soldering iron, crimpers, wire strippers) + Follow detailed work instructions, wiring diagrams, and engineering drawings + Collaborate with engineers and technicians on a fast‑paced production floor **Required Qualifications** + 3+ years avionics or aircraft electrical experience + Experience in wiring harness installation & troubleshooting + Ability to read blueprints and wiring diagrams + Computer‑literate for digital work instructions + Able to lift 50 lbs and wear PPE + High school diploma or equivalent **STRUCTURES TECHNICIAN** **Shifts:** + **1st Shift:** Mon–Thurs | 6:00am–4:30pm + **1st Shift:** Thurs–Sun | 6:00am–4:30pm + **2nd Shift:** Mon–Thurs | 4:00pm–2:30am **Job Overview** Work on the **unique composite bonding and structural assembly** processes used to build a fly‑by‑wire spacecraft. This includes: + Setting up assembly fixtures + Drilling composite and metal structures (including multi‑material stack-ups) + Fay sealing + Installing fasteners + Trimming, fitting, and assembling composite components + Performing complex structural assemblies with high precision **Required Qualifications** + 3+ years of aircraft structural assembly or equivalent manufacturing experience + Strong manual fabrication skills + Proficiency with drills, fasteners, sealants, and precision measurements + Knowledge of drill speeds, feed rates, and hole tolerance requirements + Ability to identify, install, and remove common aircraft fasteners **Preferred Skills (Both Roles)** + A&P training or certification + LRU installation experience + Spacecraft or advanced aerospace experience + Lean manufacturing knowledge **Why Work Here?** Join one of the most innovative teams in the aerospace industry and contribute to building the **next generation of spacecraft** . Enjoy: + Competitive pay + Comprehensive medical, dental, vision, and mental wellness programs + Bonuses & equity options + 401(k) with **100% match on the first 6%** + PTO, holidays, and parental leave + Opportunities for career development + Work in a cutting‑edge environment at Mesa Gateway Airport **Job Type & Location** This is a Contract position based out of Mesa, AZ. **Pay and Benefits** The pay range for this position is $30.00 - $37.00/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 Mesa,AZ. **Application Deadline** This position is anticipated to close on Mar 5, 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.