Build the Wings of Flight: Aircraft Assembly Technician Opportunity in San Antonio, TX

Join a World-Class Aerospace Team and Help Assemble the Aircraft That Keep Missions Moving

PDS Tech Commercial is partnering with a leader in the aviation industry to hire skilled Aircraft Assembly Technicians for an exciting opportunity in San Antonio, Texas. If you're mechanically inclined, enjoy hands-on manufacturing work, and want to contribute to the assembly of advanced aircraft structures, this is your chance to build a rewarding career in aerospace.

In this critical role, you'll help assemble and integrate major aircraft components, including wing assemblies, structural systems, plumbing, and electrical installations. Your precision, craftsmanship, and attention to detail will directly impact aircraft quality, safety, and performance.

Position Details

• Job Title: Aircraft Assembly Technician
  
• Location: San Antonio, TX
  
• Job Type: Full-Time, 6-Month Contract
  
• Schedule: Monday-Friday, Variable Shifts
  
• Pay Rate: $45.18 per hour
  

What You'll Do

As an Aircraft Assembly Technician, you'll be a key member of the assembly and installation team responsible for building and integrating major aircraft structures and systems.

Key Responsibilities

• Read, interpret, and follow technical work instructions, engineering drawings, and specifications
  
• Assemble and install aircraft parts, structural components, and subassemblies
  
• Support the build and attachment of major wing assemblies
  
• Perform sealing, plumbing, and electrical component installation activities
  
• Work on both composite and metal aircraft structures
  
• Utilize a variety of manufacturing tools and equipment, including:
  
  
  
  • Drills
    
  • Riveting and bucking tools
    
  • Torque wrenches
    
  • Power screwdrivers
    
  • Lock bolt pullers
    
  • Ratchet wrenches
    
  • Crimpers and cable tools
    
  • C-squeezes and other hand tools
    
  
  
  
• Apply chemical lubricants, adhesives, sealants, primers, coatings, paints, and specialty finishes
  
• Inspect completed work for quality and Foreign Object Debris (FOD) compliance
  
• Operate mechanical lifts, scissor lifts, and elevated work platforms
  
• Access and utilize computerized production systems and electronic work instructions
  
• Support aircraft fuel cell and in-tank assembly operations as required
  
• Maintain strict adherence to safety, quality, and production standards
  

Required Qualifications

• Ability to access and work through a wing fuel tank opening of approximately 18" x 10"
  
• Minimum of 1 year of experience using handheld power tools in a professional, military, technical, or manufacturing environment
  
• Minimum of 1 year of experience following oral and written instructions
  
• Ability and willingness to work variable shifts, including 1st or 2nd shift assignments
  
• Strong attention to detail and commitment to quality workmanship
  
• Ability to work effectively as part of a team in a production environment
  
• Reliable attendance and dependability
  

Preferred Qualifications

• 1+ years of experience in assembly, manufacturing, or mechanical work
  
• 1+ years of experience operating heavy equipment
  
• Experience in aerospace, aviation, automotive, robotics, manufacturing, military, or related industries
  
• Technical training or education related to manufacturing or aerospace technologies
  
• Enrollment in a Company partnered manufacturing high school, community college, or technical program
  
• Experience working with aircraft structures or systems
  

Physical Requirements

This position involves physically demanding work in a manufacturing and aircraft assembly environment. Candidates must be able to:

• Work inside confined spaces, including aircraft wing fuel cells, for extended periods
  
• Frequently climb ladders, scaffolding, stairs, and elevated platforms
  
• Crawl, crouch, kneel, squat, bend, twist, and reach overhead throughout the shift
  
• Lift, carry, push, and pull materials weighing between 10-35 pounds
  
• Operate high-impact vibratory tools for extended periods
  
• Work in environments with continuous noise exposure
  
• Stand, walk, balance, and perform repetitive hand and finger motions throughout the workday
  
• Read from computer screens, drawings, and technical documentation
  

Why Join Us?

At PDS Tech Commercial, we connect talented professionals with opportunities that power innovation and shape the future of aerospace.

When you join this team, you'll enjoy:

• Competitive pay at $45.18 per hour
  
• The opportunity to contribute to the assembly of advanced aircraft structures and systems
  
• Hands-on experience with industry-leading aerospace manufacturing processes
  
• A collaborative team environment that values safety, quality, and precision
  
• Exposure to cutting-edge aerospace technology and equipment
  
• Career-building experience with one of the most recognized names in aviation
  
• A workplace culture focused on continuous improvement, teamwork, and professional growth
  

This is more than a manufacturing role. It's an opportunity to help build aircraft that support critical operations around the world while developing valuable skills in the aerospace industry.

Ready to Build Something Extraordinary?

If you're a dedicated, hands-on professional who takes pride in precision workmanship and wants to be part of a team shaping the future of aviation, we want to hear from you.

Apply today and launch your next career opportunity as an Aircraft Assembly Technician with PDS Tech Commercial in San Antonio, TX!



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