Traveling Electrician – FAA Infrastructure / Airfield Systems
System One
Wolfforth, TX(remote)
Traveling Electrician – FAA Infrastructure / Airfield Systems
Job ID: R002890
Start Date: ASAP
Duration: 6 months (likely temp-to-hire based on performance/workload)
Work Location: Nationwide (Central U.S. focus) – 100% Travel
Overview
System One is seeking experienced Traveling Electricians to support a major FAA contract (Technical Support Services Contract 5 – T5). This program supports critical upgrades to the U.S. National Airspace System, including navigation, communication, and weather monitoring systems.
This is a fully travel-based role, supporting projects at airports and remote federal facilities across the United States.
Compensation & Travel
- Pay Rate: $25–$35/hr (based on experience & wage determination by home county)
- Health & Welfare (H&W): Additional rate paid for first 40 hours/week
- Per Diem: Provided per GSA guidelines
- Travel Expenses: Fully reimbursed (airfare, lodging, mileage, rental vehicles, meals)
- Overtime: 10–20% typical during deployments
Note: Only working time (including travel time) is compensated. Rotations typically allow return home approximately every 6 weeks for about one week.
Schedule
- Monday–Friday, approximately 7:00 AM – 4:00 PM
- Overtime and extended hours may be required during deployments
Key Responsibilities
- Install and upgrade FAA systems including:
- Instrument Landing Systems (ILS)
- Visual landing aids (PAPI, REIL)
- Radar systems (ASR, ARSR)
- Remote communications systems (RCAG, RTR)
- Perform electrical and construction-related tasks:
- Trenching and conduit installation (PVC, duct banks)
- Installation of handholes, manholes, and site infrastructure
- Equipment installation on towers, poles, and steel structures
- Operate construction equipment (bobcat, mini excavator, ditch witch attachments)
- Conduct testing and troubleshooting using electrical/electronic test equipment
- Read and interpret technical drawings, specifications, and project standards
- Follow safety protocols and quality control procedures
- Perform site cleanup and restoration activities
Required Qualifications
- Must be an experienced Electrician (5+ years) No license required.
- Experience with:
- Underground and above-ground electrical installations
- Industrial, infrastructure, or construction environments
- Civil work elements (trenching, conduit, concrete, etc.)
- Ability to read and interpret construction drawings and specifications
- Ability to operate or work around heavy equipment
- Willingness and ability to travel 100% nationwide
Additional Requirements
- U.S. Citizenship (required)
- Ability to pass:
- Federal background check
- Drug screening
- Motor vehicle record check
- DOT physical requirements
Preferred Qualifications
- OSHA 30 certification
- Experience with FAA, aviation, or airfield systems
- Strong customer interaction and communication skills
- Basic computer proficiency (Microsoft Office for reporting)
About the Program
This position supports a long-term FAA initiative delivering modernization across all U.S. aviation regions. Work directly contributes to aviation safety, national security, and next-generation air traffic systems.
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About the Company
System One
Every day, System One focuses on services and solutions that require a high degree of specialization, in-demand technical skills, and large-scale operational expertise. We are essential partners to those on the front lines of our nation’s most critical infrastructure, technology, and life sciences initiatives.
Founded more than 40 years ago as a staffing partner to the engineering industry, today System One is a diversified organization operating in over 50 locations and putting more than 9,000 people to work in the United States, Canada, and the United Kingdom.