What are the responsibilities and job description for the Wire Harness Technician - Aerospace position at Prolim Global?
Location: Peoria, IL (Onsite)
Experience: 2 Years
Employment Type: Full-Time / Contract
Job Description
We are looking for an experienced Aerospace Wire Harness Technician with hands-on experience in electrical wire harness and cable assembly. The ideal candidate should have experience assembling, terminating, testing, and inspecting aerospace wire harnesses while following engineering drawings, wiring diagrams, and industry quality standards.
Key Responsibilities
Assemble aerospace wire harnesses and cable assemblies according to engineering drawings, wiring diagrams, BOMs, and work instructions.
Perform wire cutting, stripping, crimping, soldering, splicing, and contact insertion/extraction.
Assemble and terminate connectors, backshells, shields, braids, heat-shrink, and protective sleeving.
Route and secure wires on harness/form boards while maintaining proper bend radius and workmanship standards.
Operate hand and pneumatic crimping tools, positioners, and specialized assembly tools.
Perform continuity, point-to-point, and basic electrical testing.
Inspect completed assemblies and perform authorized rework and repairs.
Maintain compliance with ESD, FOD, tool control, quality, and traceability requirements.
Required Skills & Qualifications
2 years of hands-on experience in electrical wire harness or cable assembly.
Ability to read and interpret engineering drawings, wiring diagrams, and connector pin-out documentation.
Experience with wire crimping, connector termination, shielding, and splicing.
Familiarity with IPC/WHMA-A-620 workmanship standards preferred.
Aerospace, avionics, or EWIS wire harness assembly experience preferred.
Good manual dexterity and attention to detail.
Strong commitment to quality and workmanship.
Education
High School Diploma / GED or equivalent.
Technical or vocational training preferred.
Additional Requirements
Must be willing to work onsite in Peoria, Illinois.
Ability to work with specialized wire harness assembly tools and equipment.
Strong attention to safety, quality, and engineering specifications.