Take Your Aircraft Maintenance Career to New Heights

Job Type: Full-time; Consultant (12 Months)
Location: San Antonio, TX
Schedule: Monday to Friday; must be able to work all shifts
Pay Rate: $43.05/hr ($37.96/hr + $5.09 H&W)

Join a Legacy of Aerospace Excellence

PDS Tech Commercial is partnering with a global leader in the aerospace industry to hire experienced Aircraft Mechanics for the JAWACS team in San Antonio, TX. In this role, you’ll work hands-on with advanced aircraft systems, ensuring mission readiness and supporting projects that directly impact national defense and aerospace innovation.

What You’ll Do

As an Aircraft Mechanic, you will:

• Maintain, repair, and modify aircraft structures and mechanical systems, including flight controls, hydraulics, pneumatics, fuel systems, landing gear, and engines.

• Troubleshoot and resolve malfunctions by applying technical expertise and interpreting engineering drawings, manuals, and specifications.

• Perform flight control installation, rigging, and component change-outs (servo pumps, filters, engine parts, etc.).

• Conduct structural repairs and modifications using sheet metal tools and precision measuring instruments.

• Access aircraft systems, initiate online parts requests, and make required entries in logs and records.

• Support and collaborate with other disciplines (Avionics, Structures, Electrics) to meet cost and schedule goals.

• Follow all safety procedures including Hazardous Energy Control and Lock Out/Tag Out systems.

• Occasionally lead small teams through complex maintenance and repair tasks.

Required Qualifications

• 4+ years’ experience in depot-level/heavy general aircraft maintenance.

• Experience working with a variety of aircraft systems: hydraulics, flight controls, landing gear, engines, monuments, and fuel systems.

• Strong knowledge of troubleshooting, repair procedures, and sheet metal/structural modifications.

• Ability to interpret engineering drawings, specifications, and technical publications.

• Familiarity with specialized aircraft tools such as torque wrenches, micrometers, and sheet metal brakes/shears.

• Must be able to work various shifts, weekends, and overtime as mission requirements demand.

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
  
  This position requires use of information or access to facilities subject to the International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR) and/or Export Administration Regulations (EAR). These regulations may limit access of controlled technologies: 1) to U.S. Persons, including U.S. Citizens, lawful permanent residents, and other narrow categories including refugees and asylees, or 2) to certain foreign nationals that have received an export license.                                               
   

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience performing aircraft engine runs and borescope inspections.

• Ability to operate aircraft tugs, forklifts, cranes, and powered elevating equipment.

• Experience with REDARS and/or Gold-ESP systems.

• ability to obtain Secret clearance post start (not a requirement)

Why Join Us?

At PDS Tech Commercial, you’ll be part of a mission-driven team supporting some of the most advanced aircraft programs in the world. We offer:

• Competitive compensation and benefits.

• The chance to work on high-profile aerospace projects with global impact.

• A culture of safety, teamwork, and professional growth.

• Opportunities to expand your expertise in aircraft systems and technologies.

Apply Today

If you’re ready to advance your career while making a direct contribution to aerospace innovation, apply now to join our San Antonio team. Interviews will begin soon—don’t miss your chance to be part of this exciting program.

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