Product Repair & Modification Technician

PDS Tech Commercial | Partnering with a Leader in the Aerospace Industry
San Antonio, TX | Full-Time | 9-Month Consulting Assignment

Keep Aircraft Mission-Ready. Power Critical Aerospace Operations.

PDS Tech Commercial is seeking an experienced Product Repair/Modification Technician to support a premier aerospace partner’s Executive Fleet in San Antonio, TX. In this hands-on, high?impact role, you’ll perform vital repair, modification, and maintenance work that ensures aircraft readiness, reliability, and performance for elite aviation programs.

If you thrive in a fast-paced environment, possess advanced mechanical expertise, and want to contribute to world-class aerospace operations, this role is your next career-defining opportunity.

What You’ll Do

Aircraft Repair, Maintenance, and Modification

• Install, remove, and rig flight controls.

• Perform aircraft landing gear servicing and heavy general maintenance tasks.

• Conduct essential component replacements including servo pumps, filters, and engine elements.

Technical Interpretation & Documentation

• Read and interpret engineering drawings, technical orders, specs, and retrofit requirements.

• Access aircraft data via computer systems and initiate parts requests and discrepancy reports.

Tools, Equipment & Safety

• Use precision measuring instruments and gauges to ensure quality compliance.

• Apply Hazardous Energy and Lockout/Tagout procedures to maintain a safe work environment.

• Follow all established safety and operational procedures while using shop and aircraft equipment.

Cross-Functional Collaboration

• Support avionics, structures, and electrical teams to maintain schedule commitments.

• Diagnose and resolve process malfunctions during assembly or maintenance activities.

Training & Compliance

• Maintain required certifications and licenses.

• Successfully complete an assessment during the training cycle.

Required Qualifications

• 4+ years of depot-level or heavy general aircraft maintenance.

• 4+ years of experience with aircraft interior and exterior systems including hydraulics, flight controls, landing gear, fuel systems, and engines.

• 4+ years of experience reading schematics, specs, and assembly drawings.

• Experience accessing aircraft data using computer systems.

• Ability to work variable shifts (1st, 2nd, or 3rd), weekends, holidays, and overtime as needed.

• High school diploma or GED.

• 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.

• Experience operating tugs, forklifts, mobile cranes, or powered lift equipment.

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

Physical Requirements

• Ability to climb ladders, work at heights, and operate in confined spaces.

• Lift up to 35 lbs solo; occasional two-person lifts over 50 lbs.

• Frequent walking, standing, reaching overhead, and balancing on uneven surfaces.

• Ability to pass vision and color perception tests.

• Use of PPE for eyes, face, ears, hands, and arms.

• Handle and dispose of hazardous materials as required.

Why Join Us

At PDS Tech Commercial, you’ll power aerospace innovation while working directly with a globally recognized industry leader. You’ll be part of a team that values precision, collaboration, and a culture built around safety and excellence.

What You Can Expect

• Competitive pay:

  • $40/hr with A&P License

  • $35/hr without A&P License

• A stable 9 month consulting role supporting high priority aviation operations.

• Opportunities to broaden your aircraft maintenance skill set across multiple systems.

• A supportive team environment committed to integrity, teamwork, and technical excellence.

• Exposure to specialized executive fleet aircraft and advanced aerospace technologies.

This is your opportunity to make a meaningful impact in the aerospace sector while sharpening your expertise under a respected industry partner.

Ready to Elevate Your Career?

If you're a skilled aircraft technician passionate about precision, performance, and mission critical work, PDS Tech Commercial wants to hear from you.

Apply today and help keep the industry’s most important aircraft mission-ready

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