Join the Team That Delivers the Dream: Become a Flight Readiness Technician!
Charleston, SC Full-Time Starting Pay $30.60 /hr Variable Shift
PDS Tech Commercial is partnering with a global leader in the aerospace industry to hire a Flight Readiness Technician supporting the 787 Program in North Charleston, South Carolina. This role is critical in ensuring every aircraft leaving the facility is flight-ready, safe, and built to the highest standards of excellence.
Your ImpactAs a Flight Readiness Technician, you’ll play a hands-on role in the final stages of aircraft production and delivery. Your technical skill, precision, and dedication will directly influence the safety and performance of some of the world’s most advanced commercial aircraft.
What You’ll DoPerform flight test installations and aircraft functional testing to ensure systems perform as designed.
Assist in troubleshooting pneumatic, hydraulic, electrical, and avionics systems, isolating and correcting faults.
Conduct pre-flight and post-flight checks, as well as maintenance and modification actions.
Verify and inspect work performed for accuracy and compliance.
Support pre-delivery inspections and readiness operations for aircraft delivery.
Partner with leads and engineering teams to plan, schedule, and complete tasks that meet operational objectives.
What You BringRequired Qualifications:
Ability to work any shift (days, nights, weekends).
Minimum 6 months of avionics and/or electrical experience.
Minimum 6 months working with live aircraft systems and flight operations.
Awareness of Foreign Object Debris (FOD) risk and prevention.
This position requires use of information or access to facilities subject to the International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR) and/or Export Administration Regulations (EAR). These regulations may limit access of controlled technologies: 1) to U.S. Persons, including U.S. Citizens, lawful permanent residents, and other narrow categories including refugees and asylees, or 2) to certain foreign nationals that have received an export license.
Preferred Qualifications:
3+ years of related experience in aerospace or manufacturing.
FAA Airframe & Powerplant (A&P) license.
Hands-on experience with 787 Program operations.
Familiarity with production systems and field/flight line operations.
Associate degree or equivalent technical education.
Why Join UsAt PDS Tech Commercial, we connect top talent with the most respected names in aerospace. Joining this team means becoming part of an organization that’s driving innovation, performance, and safety across the industry.
Opportunity to work on the cutting-edge 787 Dreamliner program
Gain valuable experience in flight readiness and aircraft delivery operations
Work in a collaborative, safety-focused environment that values integrity and continuous improvement
Take Flight With UsIf you’re ready to put your skills to work on one of the most advanced aircraft in the world, we want to hear from you.
Apply today and help ensure every flight leaves the ground safely and confidently.
Pay Details: $30.60 per hour
Benefit offerings available for our associates include medical, dental, vision, life insurance, short-term disability, additional voluntary benefits, EAP program, commuter benefits and a 401K plan. Our benefit offerings provide employees the flexibility to choose the type of coverage that meets their individual needs. In addition, our associates may be eligible for paid leave including Paid Sick Leave or any other paid leave required by Federal, State, or local law, as well as Holiday pay where applicable.
Equal Opportunity Employer/Veterans/Disabled
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- The California Fair Chance Act
- Los Angeles City Fair Chance Ordinance
- Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance for Employers
- San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance
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