Build the Future of Aviation: Manufacturing Planner Opportunity – 2nd Shift

Location: San Antonio, TX
Job Type: Full-Time | 9-Month Contract
Schedule: Monday–Friday | 2nd Shift (2:30 PM – 11:00 PM)
Pay Rate:Starting at  $41.83 per hour

Turn Complex Plans into Aircraft Production Success

PDS Tech Commercial is partnering with a leader in the aviation industry to hire an experienced Manufacturing Planner for an exciting second-shift opportunity in San Antonio, TX.

In this high-impact role, you’ll transform engineering concepts into actionable manufacturing plans that drive aircraft production, improve efficiency, and support on-time delivery. If you excel at solving complex production challenges and enjoy working where precision matters, this is your next career move.

What You’ll Do

As a Manufacturing Planner, you will play a critical role in production readiness and execution by:

• Developing, implementing, and maintaining manufacturing plans, Bills of Material (BOM), work instructions, and illustrations

• Defining and documenting as-built aircraft configurations

• Supporting mechanics with clarification on planning, engineering drawings, and specifications

• Integrating suppliers, materials, data, processes, and technology to meet manufacturing and delivery goals

• Reviewing and approving supplier data to ensure compliance with manufacturing requirements

• Developing tooling requirements and managing tooling from design through end-of-use disposition

• Investigating and resolving manufacturing-related issues on the production floor

• Performing producibility assessments for parts and product designs

• Creating integrated work statements and sequencing events to meet production schedules

• Drafting, updating, and reviewing procedures to support business and regulatory requirements

What You Bring

Required Qualifications:

• 5+ years of Manufacturing Planner experience

• 5+ years of CAD software experience

• Ability to read and interpret 2D/3D drawings, engineering data, and specifications

• Strong understanding of manufacturing engineering processes

• Proficiency with Microsoft Office and computer systems

• Ability to obtain customer approval for access

• Willingness to complete an extensive background review including employment, finances, residences, and related history

• Must be eligible to obtain a Security Clearance.

• 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:

• Previous Planner experience

• Experience with Gold ESP and MESCI systems

• Familiarity with IVT, REDARS, and WIRS tools

Education & Experience:

Typically acquired through advanced education (Associate degree or higher) and 3+ years of related experience, or an equivalent combination of education and experience.

Why Join Us

At PDS Tech Commercial, we connect top talent with world-class aerospace opportunities where your skills make a real difference.

• Opportunity to work with a respected aviation industry leader

• Gain valuable experience on cutting-edge aircraft programs

• Collaborative team culture focused on safety, innovation, and excellence

• Build your resume with a role that opens doors in aerospace manufacturing

Ready to Plan What Takes Flight?

If you’re a strategic thinker with strong manufacturing planning expertise and a passion for aviation, we want to hear from you.

Apply today and help shape the future of aircraft production with PDS Tech Commercial.

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