Assembly Technician
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)
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.
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
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
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
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!