Build the Aircraft That Connect the World – Join Our Team as an Assembly Mechanic!

Turn Your Aviation Expertise Into Impact

PDS Tech Commercial is partnering with a leader in the aviation industry to hire skilled Assembly Mechanics in Wichita, KS. If you have extensive aircraft assembly experience, strong blueprint-reading skills, and hands-on expertise working on commercial aircraft structures, this is your opportunity to contribute to the production of world-class aerospace products.

We're seeking experienced professionals who take pride in precision, quality, and craftsmanship and are ready to help keep the aviation industry moving forward.

Position Details

• Job Title: Assembly Mechanic

• Job Type: Full-Time Consultant (4-Month Contract-Could be extended)

• Location: Wichita, KS

• Pay Rate: $55-$58 per hour

• Schedule: Monday-Friday

• Must be available to work any shift, including overtime and weekends as assigned

• Must be able to stand and work for the entire shift

Make an Impact

As an Assembly Mechanic, you'll play a critical role in the assembly, installation, inspection, and testing of aircraft structures and systems. Your expertise will directly contribute to building safe, reliable, and high-quality aircraft that serve customers around the world.

This is an opportunity to join a high-performing manufacturing team where your skills, experience, and attention to detail will make a measurable difference every day.

What You'll Do

In this role, you will:

• Assemble, install, seal, rig, inspect, and complete structural and system components.

• Interpret blueprints, engineering drawings, specifications, charts, sketches, and work instructions.

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

• Utilize shop mathematics, measuring equipment, and testing instruments to verify product quality.

• Operate and utilize assembly tooling and fastening equipment.

• Verify all work complies with engineering specifications, quality requirements, and established procedures.

• Identify and document discrepancies according to company procedures.

• Support equipment certification requirements and basic preventive maintenance activities.

• Move products and materials through the manufacturing process using designated equipment.

• Meet production schedules while maintaining exceptional quality standards.

• Assist in training and mentoring fellow team members.

• Cross-train in inspection processes and work toward SIA qualification.

• Support specialty assembly functions including:

  • Aircraft structure assembly and installation

  • Sub-assembly operations

  • Sealing operations

  • Precision bench assembly

  • Door installation

  • Integral fuel cell sealing

  • Pressure and vacuum testing

Required Qualifications

• 10+ years of aircraft assembly experience (11+ years preferred).

• Experience with 737 aircraft programs is required.

• Experience in:

  • Fuselage Integration

  • Multilayer Layup

  • Aircraft structures assembly and installation

• Strong blueprint interpretation and manufacturing documentation skills.

• Ability to use precision measuring instruments and testing equipment.

• Experience working within aerospace manufacturing environments.

• Ability to pass a required plate test.

• Ability to work any shift, overtime, and weekends as assigned.

• Ability to stand and perform physical work throughout the entire shift.

• Must provide and bring a personal toolbox by the fourth day of training.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience with CNC or computerized fastening equipment.

• SIA qualification or inspection experience.

• Previous experience training or mentoring assembly personnel.

• Experience with fuel cell sealing, pressure testing, and vacuum testing.

• Proven ability to work effectively in fast-paced production environments while maintaining quality and safety standards.

Why Join Us?

At PDS Tech Commercial, we're dedicated to connecting skilled professionals with opportunities that make an impact. When you join this assignment, you'll enjoy:

• Competitive pay of $55-$58 per hour

• The opportunity to work with an industry-leading aviation organization

• Exposure to large-scale commercial aerospace manufacturing programs

• A collaborative environment focused on teamwork, safety, and excellence

• The chance to work alongside some of the most experienced professionals in the industry

• Valuable experience supporting aircraft programs that help keep the world connected

This is more than a contract assignment. It's an opportunity to put your expertise to work on meaningful projects while expanding your experience with a respected aviation leader.

Ready to Get Started?

If you're an experienced aviation mechanic with 737 assembly experience and are ready to contribute from day one, we want to hear from you.

Apply today and join PDS Tech Commercial in helping build the next generation of aircraft with precision, quality, and pride.

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