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Associate Electrical Repair & Modification Technician – JAWACS

by Boeing

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Date Posted

July 16, 2026

Employment Type

Full Time

Category

Maintenance Avionics

Salary Range

$79K+

Cost of Living

View details for San Antonio

Locations

San Antonio, Texas

Application Deadline

August 15, 2026

Description

Overview

Boeing Global Services (BGS) is looking for an Associate Electrical Repair and Modification Technician to join our JAWACS (Joint Airborne Warning and Control Systems) team in San Antonio, TX.

Position Responsibilities

  • Perform connector terminations including shielded wires, coaxial cables, and fiber optic wiring
  • Perform on and off aircraft electrical modification to electrical wiring and system components
  • Ability and understanding of routing instructions and handling of harnesses
  • Perform sealing, wrapping, bonding, tying, and closure of wire harnesses and cables in accordance with standard processes
  • Read and interpret engineering drawings, technical orders, process specifications, and retrofit requirements to perform electrical modifications and repairs
  • Use tooling assemblies and fixtures for depot level modification and repair of electrical wiring
  • Perform assembly, installation, visual inspection of physical characteristics, modification of wire bundles & electrical assemblies, operational and quality checks of aircraft
  • Troubleshoot organizational and depot maintenance level malfunctions in aircraft electrical and comms/nav-systems
  • Interpret standard work instructions, charts, tables, blueprints, wire diagrams, formulas, sketches, verbal and electronic orders, job layouts, etc.
  • Use all equipment in accordance with established safety and operating procedures
  • Perform all tasks involved in the coordination, preparation, and movement of material and tools
  • Operate riding type electric powered elevating equipment to accomplish work assignments
  • Maintain necessary certifications, licenses, and permits as required for assigned work
  • Ascend and descend vertical work ladders, work in confined spaces, and lift loads of approximately 35 pounds
  • Must be familiar with Hazardous Energy and Lock Out/Tag systems applications to ensure working environment is deemed safe for access and on the job performance
  • Assist other team members (General Mechanics, Structures, Avionics) to ensure cost/schedule targets are met

Assessment Requirement

This position requires the ability to pass an assessment during the training cycle.

Basic Qualifications (Required Skills/Experience)

  • 4+ years of experience with electrical/electronic theories and systems
  • 4+ years of experience in working with schematics, specifications, assembly drawings, and standard operating procedures
  • 4+ years of experience with component and wire installation to include repairing, modifying, testing, and troubleshooting new, experimental, and disturbed systems
  • Ability to work variable shifts including weekends and overtime

Preferred Qualifications (Desired Skills/Experience)

  • 4+ years of experience with Avionics and aircraft systems
  • Experience with Depot Level/Modification maintenance
  • Operate a forklift, mobile crane, and riding type electric powered elevating equipment to accomplish work assignments

Conflict of Interest

Successful candidates for this job must satisfy the Company's Conflict of Interest (COI) assessment process.

Shift

This position is variable shift.

Drug Free Workplace

Boeing is a Drug Free Workplace where post-offer applicants and employees are subject to testing for marijuana, cocaine, opioids, amphetamines, PCP, and alcohol when criteria are met as outlined in our policies.

Total Rewards & Pay Transparency

At Boeing, we strive to deliver a Total Rewards package that will attract, engage, and retain top talent. Elements of the Total Rewards package include competitive base pay and variable compensation opportunities.

The Boeing Company also provides eligible employees with an opportunity to enroll in a variety of benefit programs, generally including health insurance, flexible spending accounts, health savings accounts, retirement savings plans, life and disability insurance programs, and a number of programs that provide for both paid and unpaid time away from work.

The specific programs and options available to any given employee may vary depending on eligibility factors such as geographic location, date of hire, and the applicability of collective bargaining agreements.

Pay is based upon candidate experience and qualifications, as well as market and business considerations.

Summary Starting Pay Rate

$79,000 / $37.98 per hour

Additive Pay

  • $1.00 per hour for Airframe Certification
  • $1.00 per hour for Powerplant Certification

Relocation

Relocation assistance is not a negotiable benefit for this position.

Export Control Requirement

This is not an Export Control position.

Safety Sensitive

This is not a Safety Sensitive Position.

Security Clearance

This position does not require a Security Clearance.

Visa Sponsorship

Employer will not sponsor applicants for employment visa status.

Contingent Upon Award Program

This position is not contingent upon program award.

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Equal Opportunity Employer

Boeing is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Employment decisions are made without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, physical or mental disability, genetic factors, military/veteran status, or other characteristics protected by law.

EEO Information

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