Lead, Unscheduled Aviation Maintenance Technician
PDS Defense, Inc. is seeking a Lead, Aviation Unscheduled Maintenance Technician, in Hartford, CT. Job ID#213195
Pay Rate: $45 - $52/hr
Job Description:Adhere to General Work Requirements (Factory, Shop and / or Hangar positions)
Comply with environmental health / safety policies and procedures. Participate in 5-S activities. Perform all assigned tasks in a safe and timely manner
Troubleshoot, repair, install, inspect and perform maintenance on customer aircraft
Perform and document work completed per appropriate manuals and regulations as required
Inspect incoming parts and documentation to meet regulatory requirements
Assist in other maintenance disciplines - Avionics, Structures, Composites etc.
Operate ground support equipment as required
Assist with mechanical / electrical removals and installations
Provide time estimates
Perform other duties as assigned
ADDITIONAL DUTIES
Create service orders with SAP
Return aircraft to service after maintenance at off-site locations
Act as shipping and receiving agent for parts
Ability to train other employees
Demonstrated leadership skills
Strong planning / organization skills
Delegated Inspector qualified
Experience with aircraft return to service and inspection procedure
May perform Delegated Inspector (DI) function as qualified by QA
Return aircraft to service after maintenance at off-site locations
Act as shipping and receiving agent for parts
How to thrive in this role?
FAA A&P Certificate
Ability to interpret and work with mechanical engineering drawings
Ability to effectively and accurately communicate in both written and verbal form on individual and / or aircraft status with customers at all levels
Own Basic set of hand tools with the ability to demonstrate Inventory & control of tools
Must be able to work unscheduled overtime including nonscheduled work days and holidays
Must be able to work in seasonal/inclement weather outside
Must have the ability to be available for considerable travel with 2 hours' notice, to include extended assignments lasting up to 30 days
Interpersonal skills necessary to establish and maintain effective working relationships with assigned employees, other business areas, contractors, and customers
Must have a valid drivers' license and be able to maintain insurable status
Ability to work unsupervised and alone
Strong troubleshooting skills
The ability to obtain appropriate certification for Ground Support Equipment Qualifications as required
Possess a valid passport with the ability to travel internationally
Ability to obtain a Security Identification Display Area badge (SIDA)
Ability to obtain a Corporate Credit Card and stay in good standing of guideline requirements
Basic PC Skills
Benefits offered to vary by the contract. Depending on your temporary assignment, benefits may include direct deposit, free career counseling services, 401(k), select paid holidays, short-term disability insurance, skills training, employee referral bonus, affordable medical coverage plan, and DailyPay (in some locations). For a full description of benefits available to you, be sure to talk with your recruiter.
Military connected talent encouraged to apply.
VEVRAA Federal Contractor / Request Priority Protected Veteran Referrals / Equal Opportunity Employer / Veterans / Disabled
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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 Location: Hartford,
Rate: Not Specified
Input Date: 09/25/2025
Last Updated: 09/25/2025
Attention: Michael Simmons
Address: 300 E JOHN CARPENTER FWY STE 700
City, State: IRVING, TX 75062
800 Phone: 866/224-2745
Email: msimmons@pdsdefense.com
Website: Go To PDS Defense Website
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