Precision in Every Cut: Build the Future of Aviation as an Aircraft Machinist

Location: North Charleston, SC
Schedule: Monday–Friday | 5:30 AM – 2:00 PM (1st Shift)
Pay Rate: $38.99/hour - $48.86
Job Type: Full-Time | 9+ Month Consultant Assignment

Craft the Components That Keep Aircraft in the Sky

PDS Tech Commercial is partnering with a leader in the aviation industry to hire a highly skilled Aircraft Machinist. In this role, you’ll be instrumental in fabricating critical aircraft components with precision and accuracy. Your expertise will directly support production operations and ensure the highest standards of safety and quality in aerospace manufacturing.

What You’ll Do

As an Aircraft Machinist, you’ll bring technical drawings to life and play a key role in advanced manufacturing:

• Read and interpret moderately complex blueprints and specifications

• Set up and operate manual and CNC machines to fabricate production parts

• Machine out-of-sequence or emergent components as required

• Develop and revise Machine Control Data (MCD) and part geometry

• Assist team members in completing machining tasks and meeting production goals

• Follow detailed verbal and written instructions to ensure accuracy and consistency

• Maintain precision and quality standards throughout all machining processes

What You Bring

Required Qualifications:

• 3+ years of experience in aerospace, fabrication, or manufacturing

• 1+ year of experience reading and interpreting Machine Control Data (MCD)

• 1+ year of experience setting up and operating manual and/or CNC machines

Preferred Qualifications:

• Experience supporting the 787 program

• 3+ years of experience using manual mill and lathe machines

• 3+ years of experience setting up, operating, and programming CNC machines (3- and 5-axis)

• Experience with NC/CNC setup, including probing and using dial indicators to establish set points

• Strong ability to work in a collaborative, team-based environment

Why Join PDS Tech Commercial?

• Competitive pay for highly skilled machinists

• Consistent first-shift schedule supporting work-life balance

• Opportunity to work on cutting-edge aerospace programs

• Hands-on role with high-impact, precision-driven work

• Collaborative environment focused on safety, quality, and innovation

• Gain valuable experience with advanced machining technologies

Take Your Craft to New Heights

If you’re a precision-driven machinist ready to make an impact in the aviation industry, this is your opportunity to work on components that truly matter.

Apply today and help shape the future of flight—one precision cut at a time.

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