• Performs or assists on and off aircraft electrical modification to electrical wiring and system components
• Performs or assists with basic connector terminations including shielded wires, coaxial cables and fiber optic wiring.
• Understands wire handling and routing instructions.
• Performs sealing, wrapping, bonding, tying, and closure of wire harnesses and cables in accordance with standard processes.
• Demonstrates basic familiarization to read and interpret engineering drawings, technical orders, process specifications, and retrofit requirements to perform electrical modification/repair.
• Adhere to government and company procedural guidance, perform assembly, installation, visual inspection of physical characteristics, modification of wire bundles & electrical assemblies, operational and quality checks of aircraft work.
• Assists with troubleshooting malfunctions in aircraft electrical and environmental systems of moderate difficulty at the organizational or depot maintenance level.
• Assists with aircraft bench and/or flight line operational testing and troubleshooting in accordance with DOD, manufacturer, company, supplier and other directives.
• Assists with assembly, installation, check-out physical characteristics, operational testing and modification of wire bundles in the testing, development and modification of aircraft in accordance with DOD, manufacturer, company, supplier and other directives.
• Responsible for the proper performance of assignments and the prudent handling of product, tools and equipment.
• Interpret standard work instructions, charts, tables, blueprints, wire diagrams, formulas, sketches, verbal and electronic orders, job layouts, etc. to accomplish assigned work.
• Ensure that all equipment is used in accordance with established safety and operating procedures.
• Familiar with precision measuring instruments, gauges, tools, etc., necessary to check dimensions and conformance to quality requirements.
• Maintain necessary certifications, licenses and permits as required for assigned work.
• Able to ascend and descend vertical work ladders, work in confined spaces, and lift loads of approximately 35 pounds.
• Able to work various shifts and/or an alternate baseline schedule that may frequently change to support mission requirements and may include weekends and holidays. Mission requirements and/or workload may require both scheduled and unscheduled overtime
• Must be familiar with Hazardous Energy and Lock Out /Tag systems applications to ensure working environment is deemed safe for access and on the job performance.
• Will be required to assist other team members (General Mechanics, Structures, Avionics) in order to ensure cost/schedule targets are met.
• This position is expected to be 100% onsite. The selected candidate will be required to work onsite at San Antonio. Candidate maybe be required to travel up to 25%.
• This position requires the ability to pass assessment during the training cycle.
• This position requires adherence to the SA Tool and FOD procedures.

Ability to perform the following physical requirements:

• The candidate must be able to ascend and descend vertical work ladders, work in confined spaces, and lift loads of approximately 35 pounds.
• Exposure to noise, working on elevated platforms
• Use personal protective gear for face, eyes, ears, hand, and arms as required.
• Pass visual acuity and color perception tests
• Experience understanding and interpreting detailed written and verbal work instructions and processes
• Handle, use, and dispose of hazardous material
• Obtain & maintain training certifications as required to support assignment responsibilities
• Occasional (1 to 3 hrs) finger manipulation
• On occasion, a 2-person lift may be necessary for weights greater than 50 lbs
• Frequent reaching overhead (3 to 6 hrs)
• Frequent walking on flat surfaces
• Frequent standing flat or uneven surfaces
• Frequent balancing on a ladder, steps, or uneven surfaces
• Occasional climbing on 3-12 ft ladders or stands
• Rotation of head/neck, sitting, crawling, squatting, bend/stoop, lying down, and operate foot controls for an extended period of time
• Occasional contact with metals
• Frequent exposure to noise

Shift/Schedule: Must be available to work variable shifts based on business need (1st, 2nd & 3rd) 

• Position requires 1+ years of experience in those duties as previously described for satisfactory performance.
• Position requires 1+ years of experience/knowledgeable in electrical/electronic theories and systems sufficient to perform assigned duties.
• Ability to work rotating shift (1st, 2nd or 3rd)
• High School Diploma or GED

Certifications/Licenses/Clearances: Top Secret post start 

Travel: Potential for up to 25% travel

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS (DESIRED SKILLS/EXPERIENCE):

• Experience with Depot Level/Modification maintenance.
• Operate a forklift, mobile crane, and riding type electric powered elevating equipment to accomplish work assignment.

Benefits offered to vary by the contract. Depending on your temporary assignment, benefits may include direct deposit, free career counseling services, 401(k), select paid holidays, short-term disability insurance, skills training, employee referral bonus, affordable medical coverage plan, and DailyPay (in some locations). For a full description of benefits available to you, be sure to talk with your recruiter.

PDS Defense, Inc. is committed to working with and providing reasonable accommodation to individuals with physical and mental disabilities. If you need special assistance or an accommodation while seeking employment, please call 1-866-224-2745 to contact us. We will make a determination on your request for reasonable accommodation on a case-by-case basis.

The law requires PDS Defense, Inc. to post a notice describing the Federal laws prohibiting job discrimination. For information regarding your legal rights and protections, please click on the following links: EEO is the Law and EEO is the Law Supplement

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.

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The Company will consider qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records.

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