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Aircraft Electrician
This standard is used to grade nonsupervisory work involved in installing, troubleshooting, adjusting, testing, modifying, calibrating, and repairing aircraft electrical systems and equipment on board conventional and non-conventional aircraft such as electrical power control and distribution systems, lighting systems, refueling and fuel quantity indicating systems, electrical warning, controlling, and actuating circuits, and tying-in power and control circuits for functional systems, such as hy
What WG-2892 pays
Federal Wage System pay is set by local prevailing wage surveys, so it moves with the wage area rather than a national table.
Wage Grade rates are published per wage area rather than nationally, so the number that matters is the one for the installation you are applying to.
Source: DoD Civilian Personnel Advisory Service wage schedules.
Qualification requirements
OPM's standard for WG-2892, as written.
Aircraft Electrician
Federal Wage System Position
Work Performed
This standard is used to grade nonsupervisory work involved in installing, troubleshooting, adjusting, testing, modifying, calibrating, and repairing aircraft electrical systems and equipment on board conventional and non-conventional aircraft such as electrical power control and distribution systems, lighting systems, refueling and fuel quantity indicating systems, electrical warning, controlling, and actuating circuits, and tying-in power and control circuits for functional systems, such as hydraulics, armament, radar, engines, and fire suppression. The work is characterized by the need to understand the functional characteristics and relationships of various electrical systems and equipment on aircraft.
What this means if you served
- Write the duties, not the billet. OPM credits military experience on the work performed, and does not use rank or pay to judge specialized experience.
- Put the training and certifications you earned in service on the page. They count here.
- Claim your veterans preference on the application. It is not applied for you.
- No positive education requirement here, so qualifying experience can stand in for the education.
How to qualify for WG-2892
1Review Trade/Craft Requirements
WG positions require demonstrated skill in a specific trade or craft. Review the job announcement for required certifications, licenses, and hands-on experience.
2Document Your Experience
WG positions are experience-based, not grade-based. Document your years of hands-on trade experience, apprenticeships completed, and journeyman status if applicable.
3Gather Credentials
Collect your DD-214, trade certifications (welding, electrical, HVAC, etc.), apprenticeship completion certificates, and any specialized licenses required for your trade.
4Build Your Federal Resume
Two pages, the same USAJOBS limit that has applied since 27 September 2025. Lead with hands-on trade experience: the tools and equipment you ran, safety training, the projects you finished, and hours worked per week.
5Apply on USAJOBS
Search for WG positions in your trade specialty, carefully answer assessment questions about your skill level and experience, and submit before the closing date.
Military jobs that map to this series
Aircraft Electrician
Aircraft electrician pathway.
Skills that carry over: Electrical Maintenance, System Testing, Component Repair, Quality Control, Documentation.
Usually opens at: WG-9, WG-10, WG-11.
Aircraft Electrical and Environmental Systems
2A6X6 work maps almost 1:1 to WG-2892 Aircraft Electrician at depots and air logistics complexes. Generator, distribution, and aircraft wiring repair is the same task set on the federal side.
Skills that carry over: Aircraft electrical power generation and distribution, Wiring harness repair and schematic interpretation, Component-level fault isolation, Technical-order compliance.
Usually opens at: WG-8, WG-10, WG-11.
AH-64D Armament/Electrical/Avionic Systems Repairer
WG-2892 Aircraft Electrician is the direct Wage Grade trade for the electrical and wiring side of Apache maintenance. Strong depot demand and competitive trade pay.
Skills that carry over: Aircraft electrical systems, Wiring repair, Continuity testing, Component replacement.
Usually opens at: WG-8, WG-10, WG-11.
Your record can qualify you even when your code is not on this list. The crosswalk is a starting point, not the gate.
Typical duties
- Perform aircraft electrician tasks as assigned
- Follow safety procedures and regulations
- Maintain and operate tools and equipment
- Complete work orders and documentation
- Coordinate with team members and supervisors
Key competencies
Ability to follow safety procedures and regulations
Knowledge of tools and equipment for the trade
Skill in performing physical tasks requiring manual dexterity
Ability to work independently and as part of a team
Ability to read and interpret instructions and procedures
Words the announcement will use
Use the ones your record actually supports. A rater is matching your experience against the specialized experience statement, and a keyword with nothing behind it does not survive that.
Questions about WG-2892
What is an Aircraft Electrician?
An Aircraft Electrician (WG-2892) installs, troubleshoots, adjusts, tests, modifies, calibrates, and repairs aircraft electrical systems including power distribution, lighting, fuel quantity indicating systems, warning circuits, and actuating circuits on conventional and specialized aircraft. They integrate power and control circuits with hydraulics, armament, radar, and engine systems.
How much does a federal Aircraft Electrician make?
Federal Aircraft Electricians (WG-2892) are paid under the Federal Wage System with aviation trade premiums. Journeyman wages (WG-11/12) typically range $32-$48 per hour depending on locality. Annual earnings range $67,000-$100,000. Aircraft electricians at depot facilities often earn premium rates.
What are the requirements for WG-2892 positions?
WG-2892 requires understanding of functional characteristics and relationships of various aircraft electrical systems. Qualifications include experience with power control/distribution systems, lighting, fuel systems, warning circuits, and integration with hydraulics, armament, radar, and engines.
Can military experience substitute for education in WG-2892?
Absolutely. Military aircraft electrical experience directly qualifies. MOSs like Army 15G (Aircraft Structural Repairer), Air Force 2A6X6 (Electrical and Environmental Systems), Navy AE (Aviation Electrician's Mate), or any aircraft electrical maintenance rating provides the exact skills needed.
What is the career progression for Aircraft Electrician?
Aircraft Electricians progress to journeyman (WG-11/12) and lead positions. This specialized aviation trade offers excellent pay and stability. Career advancement includes supervisory roles, WG-2610 (Integrated Systems), or transitioning to GS aviation engineering technician positions.
How do I apply for WG-2892 jobs on USAJOBS?
Search USAJOBS for 'Aircraft Electrician' or series '2892.' Major employers include air logistics centers (Tinker, Warner Robins, Hill AFBs), Naval aviation depots, and Army aviation facilities. Highlight your airframe-specific experience, certifications, and safety record. Veterans receive strong preference.
Ready to apply for WG-2892?
A rater matches your record against the announcement's specialized experience statement, inside two pages. BMR writes that shape from your own experience: competency headers, real scope, hours per week, and the supervisor detail the rater checks.