Take Flight with Your Career: Become a Ground Test Inspector Supporting the Next Generation of Commercial Aircraft

PDS Tech Commercial is partnering with a global leader in the aviation industry to hire a Ground Test Inspector in Mobile, AL. If you're an experienced avionics professional passionate about aircraft systems, troubleshooting, quality, and safety, this is your opportunity to play a pivotal role in delivering world-class commercial aircraft to customers around the globe.

Location: Mobile, AL

Pay Rate: $35.00- $45/hour

Schedule: Full-Time

Duration: Ongoing Assignment

Make an Impact Where Quality Meets Innovation

As a Ground Test Inspector, you'll serve as a critical member of the Final Assembly Line team, ensuring that aircraft systems perform exactly as designed before delivery. From avionics and flight controls to navigation and cabin systems, you'll execute and validate complex testing procedures, identify and resolve issues, and help maintain the highest standards of safety, quality, and operational excellence.

Your expertise will directly contribute to the successful production of some of the world's most advanced commercial aircraft.

What You'll Do

Execute Aircraft Systems & Avionics Testing (80%)

• Prepare aircraft and work environments for safe and efficient testing activities.
  
• Perform functional testing of aircraft systems, including:
  
  
  
  • Flight controls
    
  • Navigation systems
    
  • Electrical systems
    
  • Cabin and passenger entertainment systems
    
  • Other critical aircraft systems
    
  
  
  
• Utilize Test Systems to verify conformity with engineering specifications.
  
• Troubleshoot system discrepancies in collaboration with engineering and production teams.
  
• Document non-conformities within the SAP NC system.
  
• Initiate and coordinate retesting following corrective actions.
  
• Support continuous improvement efforts by helping refine testing procedures and systems.
  
• Share knowledge and provide training on aircraft systems, operational processes, and safety best practices.
  

Champion Safety and Compliance (10%)

• Ensure the safety of personnel, aircraft, and equipment throughout production activities.
  
• Conduct Safety Risk Analyses before testing activities.
  
• Verify aircraft configurations support safe testing operations.
  
• Monitor and document aircraft testing status and configuration changes.
  
• Participate in investigations and corrective actions related to safety concerns.
  
• Maintain the highest levels of regulatory, quality, and compliance standards.
  

Drive Planning & Operational Excellence (10%)

• Coordinate testing schedules with Operations, Engineering, Planning, and Aircraft Management teams.
  
• Monitor non-conformities that may impact testing schedules.
  
• Identify opportunities to improve productivity, efficiency, and on-time delivery performance.
  
• Support continuous improvement initiatives focused on quality and operational success.
  

Required Qualifications

Education

• High School Diploma or GED required.
  
• Ability to successfully complete company-provided training programs, including:
  
  
  
  • Health & Safety
    
  • General Aircraft Familiarization
    
  • Quality Training
    
  
  
  

Experience

• Minimum 5 years of aviation experience in avionics, aircraft systems, or cabin systems.
  
• Minimum 2 years of experience as an Aircraft Avionics Technician with emphasis on aircraft systems.
  
• Minimum 2 years of aircraft systems troubleshooting experience.
  
• Strong understanding of aircraft electrical and avionics systems.
  
• Ability to interpret technical documentation and follow detailed testing procedures.
  

Preferred Qualifications

• Vocational or technical training in avionics, electrical systems, or aircraft maintenance.
  
• Experience supporting aircraft final assembly operations.
  
• Advanced troubleshooting expertise within complex aircraft systems.
  
• Experience working in commercial aerospace manufacturing environments.
  
• Strong communication, collaboration, and training capabilities.
  

Why Join Us?

At PDS Tech Commercial, we connect talented professionals with opportunities that shape the future of aerospace innovation. When you join this team, you'll work alongside industry experts building and validating aircraft that connect people and businesses worldwide.

What You'll Love About This Opportunity

Industry-Leading Aviation Environment

• Support the production of state-of-the-art commercial aircraft.
  
• Work at one of the most advanced aerospace manufacturing facilities in the United States.
  

Competitive Compensation

• Earn $35.00 per hour while contributing to meaningful, high-impact work.
  

Career Growth & Development

• Gain exposure to cutting-edge aircraft technology.
  
• Expand your skills through ongoing technical training and development opportunities.
  
• Build experience with a globally recognized aviation leader.
  

Collaborative Culture

• Work with talented professionals dedicated to quality, safety, and innovation.
  
• Join a team environment where continuous improvement and knowledge sharing are encouraged.
  

Comprehensive Benefits Through Our Client Partnership

• Competitive compensation and potential incentive opportunities.
  
• Retirement and savings programs.
  
• Comprehensive medical, dental, vision, life, and disability coverage.
  
• Paid time off, holidays, and parental leave programs.
  
• Employee assistance and wellness resources.
  
• Access to extensive learning and career development opportunities.
  

Ready to Launch Your Next Career Move?

If you're an experienced avionics professional who thrives on solving complex technical challenges and ensuring aircraft are delivered with the highest levels of safety and quality, we want to hear from you.

Apply today and join PDS Tech Commercial in supporting a global aviation leader where your expertise helps keep the future of flight moving forward.

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