PDS Defense, Inc. is seeking a 787 Aircraft Interior Mechanic, in San Antonio, TX.
Job Description:
Seeking Aircraft Cabin Interior Specialists to support the Interior Repair Team based out of San Antonio, TX.
This position will perform decorative interior repair in the aircraft cabin on assemblies made from various types of material including fiberglass, plastic, and composites using various methods, including but not limited to painting and sweep and fill. This job is performed at various stages of the aircraft assembly process, in factory and/or flight line locations. Work statement is a non-managerial role, non-leadership role.
Position Responsibilities:
- Ability to read and understand engineering drawings and instructions to select correct parts, materials, tools, assemblies, standards, and hardware used to install, fit, fasten, align, adjust, and perform the necessary per-installation and installation of interiors.
- Understanding of proper cleaning methods, surface preparation, cleaning, and masking for rework.
- Majority of responsibility is for non-baseline work requiring interpretation of established processes and instructions to troubleshoot and develop solutions to complex non-standard work.
- Work independently with limited direction from the lead and manager.
- Report and work to resolve job constraints including but not limited to errors caused by workmanship, defects in parts, materials, assembly procedures, tools, sequences, etc., in accordance with procedures.
- Exhibit exemplary housekeeping and Foreign Object Debris (FOD) standards.
- Maintain clean, neat, organized, and FOD-free work area.
- Possess understanding and knowledge of basic computer systems and programs.
- Ability to correspond with internal teams and external suppliers and customers with dignity, respect, and integrity while exhibiting our values at all times.
Ability to perform the following requirements:
- Rotation of head/neck, bending and twisting at the waist, walking, standing, kneeling, crouching, climbing/balancing, flexion/extension, lifting and carrying less than 35 pounds, contact with liquid coatings, plastics, sealants and solvents, exposure to noise, and the use of personal safety gear for face, eyes, hand/arm, and ears. There will also be a requirement to work in elevated and/or confined spaces in indoor temperature-controlled environments as well as outdoor open environments.
Basic Qualifications (Required Skills/Experience):
- Ability to work a variable shift. 3+ years of aerospace, fabrication, or manufacturing experience working with decorative finishes.
- Required technical skills include file, sand, paint, decorative laminate ("declam"), and cosmetic rework (ex. paint color match, surface texture match, etc.)
Preferred Qualifications (Desired Skills/Experience):
- Experience specialized in design and/or analysis of aircraft interior modifications 3+ years' related work experience or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
- 3+ years of aerospace experience in cabin systems interiors (ex. galleys, lavatories, stowage, first and business-class seats, interior liners, etc.)
PDS Defense, Inc. will not discharge or in any other manner discriminate against employees or applicants because they have inquired about, discussed, or disclosed their own pay. Please see the Pay Transparency Nondiscrimination Provision for more information.
As a Federal Contractor, PDS Defense, Inc. is required to participate in the E-Verify Program to confirm eligibility to work in the United States.
The Company will consider qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records.
