Assembly Technician

Description:

 Build What’s Next in Aviation as an Aerospace Assembly Technician with PDS Tch Commercial
Location: Kinston, NC | $34–$37/hr | Full-Time Consultant (6 Months)


 Shape the Future of Flight—One Assembly at a Time

PDS Tech Commercial is on the lookout for detail-driven Assembly Technicians to join our high-performance aerospace manufacturing team in Kinston, NC. In this hands-on role, you’ll help bring cutting-edge aircraft components to life, working directly on the structures and systems that power the aviation industry. Your craftsmanship and commitment to quality will ensure every part meets rigorous standards of performance and safety.


 What You’ll Be Doing

  • Read and interpret blueprints, work orders, and specifications

  • Assemble and install aircraft components and subassemblies to quality standards

  • Operate manual and automated tools for drilling, sealing, inserting fasteners, painting, varnishing, and countersinking

  • Perform functional checks, pickup work, rework, and change incorporations

  • Use precision measuring tools to verify dimensions and quality

  • Move parts, tools, and assemblies within the shop using appropriate equipment

  • Document discrepancies and initiate corrective actions

  • Participate in inspection and cross-training to become SIA qualified

  • Support and mentor other technicians to drive continuous workflow

  • Perform basic equipment maintenance and total preventative maintenance duties


 What We’re Looking For

Required:

  • Ability to work any assigned shift and weekends/overtime as needed

  • Physically able to stand for full 8-hour shifts

  • Demonstrated ability to read technical documents and work with precision tools

  • Must be local or able to relocate (local candidates strongly preferred)

  • $110/week per diem for qualified non-local candidates (100+ miles from site)

Preferred:

  • Prior aerospace assembly experience (structures, subassemblies, fasteners)

  • Experience with quality inspection and initiating corrective actions

  • Strong attention to detail and commitment to safety


 Why Join PDS Tech Commercial?

At PDS Tech, you're more than just a contractor—you’re a valued part of the aerospace innovation engine. We connect skilled professionals with top-tier opportunities in aviation and defense manufacturing. As part of our team, you’ll work in a high-impact environment alongside industry leaders who care about your success and growth.

  • Competitive hourly pay

  • Hands-on role with cutting-edge aerospace technology

  • Skill development and certification opportunities

  • Team-oriented, safety-first work culture

  • Access to future projects with leading aerospace companies


 Ready to Build the Future?

If you're a motivated technician with aerospace experience or transferable assembly skills, this is your opportunity to make a difference in one of the world’s most vital industries.

Apply today and start assembling the future of flight with PDS Tech Commercial!




 

Pay Details: $34.00 to $37.00 per hour

Benefit offerings available for our associates include medical, dental, vision, life insurance, short-term disability, additional voluntary benefits, EAP program, commuter benefits and a 401K plan. Our benefit offerings provide employees the flexibility to choose the type of coverage that meets their individual needs. In addition, our associates may be eligible for paid leave including Paid Sick Leave or any other paid leave required by Federal, State, or local law, as well as Holiday pay where applicable.

Equal Opportunity Employer/Veterans/Disabled

To read our Candidate Privacy Information Statement, which explains how we will use your information, please navigate to https://www.pdstech.com/candidate-privacy

The Company will consider qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records in accordance with federal, state, and local laws and/or security clearance requirements, including, as applicable:
  • The California Fair Chance Act
  • Los Angeles City Fair Chance Ordinance
  • Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance for Employers
  • San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance


 
Job Number: US_EN_33_022581_2413683
Job Location: Kinston, NC
Rate: 34-37
Per Diem: --
Overtime: --
Duration: indef
Start Date: ASAP
Input Date: 06/16/2025
Last Updated: 06/17/2025
Firm Name: PDS TECH COMMERCIAL, INC
Attention:
Address: 545 E JOHN CARPENTER FWY STE 950
City, State: IRVING, TX 75062
Phone: 214/647-9600
800 Phone: 800/270-4737
Email: Client.Services@pdstech.com
Website: Go To PDS Tech Commercial Website
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