Keep Aircraft Flight-Ready as a Flight Line Mechanic 

Location: Mobile, AL | Payrate: $38/hour 

Are you ready to put your aviation maintenance skills to work where safety, precision, and performance matter most? PDS Tech Commercial is seeking an experienced Flight Line Mechanic to support flight line operations. 

In this hands-on role, you’ll help prepare newly built aircraft for test flights, troubleshoot aircraft systems, and perform critical maintenance to ensure aircraft meet rigorous safety and operational standards. If you thrive in a fast-paced aviation environment and take pride in keeping aircraft flight-ready, this is your opportunity to make an impact. 

What You’ll Do 

• Perform Final Test Procedure (FTP) testing, pre- and post-flight checklists, and daily inspections to ensure aircraft test-flight readiness. 

• Troubleshoot, repair, rig, and replace aircraft structures, components, and systems. 

• Maintain and rework aircraft systems, including landing gear, flight controls, engines, hydraulics, pneumatics, fuel systems, anti-icing, and cabin components. 

• Perform planned and unplanned aircraft maintenance, post-dock inspections, and incoming safety and security checks. 

• Conduct aircraft servicing, including refueling and defueling, jacking and towing, hydraulic and engine oil servicing, and tire and strut maintenance. 

• Complete maintenance documentation in accordance with company procedures and technical specifications. 

• Follow hazardous materials handling policies and all applicable safety requirements. 

• Collaborate with the flight line team to improve troubleshooting techniques and aircraft system reliability. 

Required & Preferred Qualifications 

Required Qualifications 

• Minimum of 3 years of aviation experience, preferably in aircraft manufacturing or repair. 

• Valid Airframe and Powerplant (A&P) license. 

• Experience troubleshooting and maintaining aircraft systems and components. 

• Ability to follow technical procedures, complete maintenance documentation, and adhere to strict safety standards. 

Preferred Qualifications 

• Experience supporting aircraft final assembly, flight line operations, or test-flight preparation. 

• Previous experience with aircraft refueling and defueling, jacking, and towing. 

• Familiarity with hydraulic and engine oil servicing, aircraft tires and struts, and general aircraft servicing. 

• Knowledge of hazardous materials handling procedures. 

• Strong troubleshooting, teamwork, and communication skills. 

Why Join Us? 

• Make a Critical Impact: Help ensure aircraft are safe, reliable, and ready for flight. 

• Work Alongside Aerospace Leaders: Support flight line operations with a recognized name in the aerospace industry. 

• Put Your Skills to Work: Apply your hands-on maintenance expertise to complex aircraft systems and real-world challenges. 

• Grow Your Experience: Expand your troubleshooting and maintenance capabilities in a dynamic aviation environment. 

• Join a Team That Values Safety: Collaborate with professionals who share your commitment to quality, precision, and operational excellence. 

At PDS Tech Commercial, we connect skilled aviation professionals with opportunities to contribute to important aerospace programs and build valuable experience in the industry. 

Ready for Takeoff? 

Bring your A&P license, technical expertise, and passion for aviation to a team that helps keep aircraft flight-ready. 

Apply today with PDS Tech Commercial and take your aviation maintenance career to new heights! 

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