Shape the Sky: Skin Quality Specialist – Aviation Industry (Wichita, KS)

Job Title: Skin Quality
Job Type: Full-Time Consultant Contract
Location: Wichita, KS
Pay Rate: $44–$48 per hour
Schedule: Monday–Friday, primarily 2nd shift (flexibility required for any shift, overtime, and weekends as needed)

Make an Impact Where Precision Meets Performance

PDS Tech Commercial is partnering with a leading name in the aviation industry to find a highly skilled Skin Quality Specialist. In this role, you will play a critical part in ensuring the structural integrity, finish, and performance of advanced aircraft components. Your craftsmanship and attention to detail will directly contribute to the safety and excellence of aviation products.

What You’ll Do

As a Skin Quality Specialist, you will work hands-on with aircraft structures and components, ensuring they meet strict engineering and quality standards:

• Assemble, install, seal, rig, inspect, and complete structural and system components using technical drawings and specifications

• Perform functional testing and ensure proper fit, form, and function of assemblies

• Execute hand finishing tasks, including blending and polishing surfaces to precise engineering tolerances

• Conduct repairs, including drilling and disassembly for part access

• Apply protective coatings and perform metal polishing and finishing processes

• Use precision measuring and testing equipment to verify quality and compliance

• Identify discrepancies and follow procedures to resolve issues

• Support product flow within manufacturing, including moving materials and completing required transactions

• Maintain tools and equipment, including basic preventive maintenance duties

• Assist with cross-training and mentoring team members across various skill levels

• Work within production schedules to meet deadlines and quality targets

What You Bring

Required Qualifications

• 5+ years of experience in skin quality, including hand forming, burnishing, and repair

• Strong experience in aircraft finishing processes (protective coatings, polishing, isoscope usage, etc.)

• Ability to interpret technical drawings, work instructions, and engineering specifications

• Skilled in precision measuring tools and shop mathematics

• Ability to stand and work for extended periods (full 8-hour shifts)

• Flexibility to work various shifts, overtime, and weekends as needed

• Ability to start within 2 weeks of offer acceptance

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience with advanced inspection and certification processes

• Cross-functional manufacturing experience (assembly, installation, structures, sealing)

• Previous experience training or mentoring team members

Why Join Us

At PDS Tech Commercial, we don’t just connect you to a job—we connect you to meaningful work that makes an impact.

• Competitive Pay: Earn $44–$48/hour for your expertise

• Industry Leadership: Work with a premier aviation partner on cutting-edge projects

• Career Growth: Enhance your skills in a high-demand, precision-driven field

• Collaborative Culture: Join a team that values craftsmanship, safety, and continuous improvement

• Hands-On Excellence: Be part of building and maintaining world-class aircraft components

Ready to Elevate Your Career?

If you’re a detail-driven professional with a passion for precision and aviation excellence, we want to hear from you.

Apply today and take the next step in shaping the future of flight with PDS Tech Commercial.

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