Spark Your Aerospace Career: Entry-Level Flammability Technician  

Hands-on work. Real-world testing. A critical role in aircraft safety. 

Location: Savannah, GA | Pay Rate: $25.66/hour | Schedule: Full-Time, 1st Shift 5:45apm – 4:15pm) 

PDS Tech Commercial is partnering with a leader in the aerospace industry to hire an Entry-Level Flammability Technician to support fire-test operations in a cutting-edge Experimental Test Lab. This is your chance to launch a career in aerospace—no prior flammability testing experience required. If you’re mechanically inclined, detail-focused, and eager to learn, you’ll play a key role in ensuring aircraft materials meet strict safety standards. 

Your Impact 

You’ll help ensure that materials used in aircraft can withstand fire and meet rigorous certification requirements. Your work directly contributes to the safety and reliability of aircraft used around the world. 

What You’ll Do 

Day-to-day responsibilities include: 

• Prepare test samples and assist in setting up flammability test rigs and lab equipment  

• Assemble, maintain, inspect, and repair complex test fixtures and specimens  

• Support and participate in fire-test execution while accurately recording test data  

• Perform basic instrumentation checks and assist with routine calibrations  

• Read and interpret blueprints and apply shop math in daily tasks  

• Learn and follow lab SOPs, work methods, and experimental test processes  

• Communicate with supervisors and test engineers to understand assignments and provide updates  

• Maintain clean, organized workspaces using 6S and Lean principles  

• Support inventory management of lab materials and supplies  

• Follow all safety procedures, use PPE, and proactively identify unsafe conditions  

• Properly use, maintain, and store tools and equipment  

What You Bring 

Required Qualifications: 

• High School Diploma or GED  

• Experience using basic hand tools  

• Ability to read and interpret blueprints and perform basic math  

• Valid driver’s license (required for operating towing and related equipment)  

• Ability to read, write, speak, and understand English  

• Strong attention to detail and hands-on mechanical aptitude  

• Ability to climb ladders and stairs, work in confined spaces, and lift up to 50 lbs  

Preferred Qualifications: 

• Experience in aviation, manufacturing, or electronics  

• Basic sheet metal experience (cutting, bending, forming, drilling)  

• Basic electrical experience, including reading schematic diagrams  

• Familiarity with aircraft inspection, maintenance, or repair  

• Basic machining experience  

• General computer skills  

Additional Details 

• Entry-level role with full training provided—no prior flammability testing experience required  

• Work in a high-tech Experimental Test Lab environment  

• Potential swing shift schedule (Wednesday–Saturday)  
   

Ready to Ignite Your Future? 

If you’re ready to get hands-on, learn new skills, and contribute to aerospace safety, we want to hear from you. 

Apply today and help protect the future of flight—one test at a time. 

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