Bring Aircraft Designs to Life – Tech Drafter Opportunity in AerospacePDS Tech Commercial, partnering with a leader in the aerospace industry, is seeking a Tech Drafter to support critical aircraft manufacturing and supply chain operations in Long Beach, CA. If you’re hands-on, detail-driven, and excited to contribute to essential aerospace programs, this is your opportunity to make a real impact.
The Role at a GlanceAs a Tech Drafter, you will be an integral part of a Spares & Supply Chain Engineering team, supporting multiple commercial programs across various aerospace sites. This entry-level, full-time consultant role focuses on producing protective removable equipment (PRE), paint stencils, premask materials, and 3D components used directly on aircraft—work that matters every day.
What You’ll Do (Day-to-Day)Communicate with customers, team members, and project managers to support production needs
Manufacture aircraft paint stencils, PRE, premask, and 3D PRE components
Perform quality inspections on premask, stencils, and mylar products
Package finished parts for shipment to customers
Create and produce temporary aircraft registration numbers using latex printers
Correctly identify materials required for each job
Support inventory tracking and just-in-time (JIT) ordering
Safely team-lift materials up to 45 lbs to load equipment
Work onsite daily with regular and predictable attendance
Software & Equipment You’ll Use:
iCut Production Console, Summa GoProduce, Summa Axis Control, SummaFlex, CorelDraw, Redars, Microsoft Office, Adobe Acrobat, Ultimaker Cura, CATIA V5, flatbed plotters, drum cutters, and 3D printers.
Job DetailsJob Type: Full-Time, Consultant (6-month assignment)
Location: Long Beach, CA
Schedule: Monday through Friday, First Shift (7:00 AM – 3:30 PM)
QualificationsRequired
High School diploma or higher
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
Experience manufacturing paint premask, stencils, or protective removable equipment (PRE)
Experience producing 3D parts utilizing 3D printers
Experience operating flatbed plotters and drum cutters
Why Join UsAt PDS Tech Commercial, you’ll be part of a collaborative, quality-driven culture supporting innovative aerospace programs. You’ll gain hands-on experience with advanced manufacturing technologies, work alongside skilled professionals, and build valuable, in-demand skills in a stable, team-oriented environment.
Take the Next StepIf you’re dependable, detail-oriented, and ready to grow your career in aerospace manufacturing, we encourage you to apply today. Join a team where your work directly supports the safety, quality, and performance of aircraft worldwide.
Pay Details: $27.00 to $31.00 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
Military connected talent encouraged to apply
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The Company will consider qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records in accordance with federal, state, and local laws and/or security clearance requirements, including, as applicable:
- The California Fair Chance Act
- Los Angeles City Fair Chance Ordinance
- Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance for Employers
- San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance
Massachusetts Candidates Only: It is unlawful in Massachusetts to require or administer a lie detector test as a condition of employment or continued employment. An employer who violates this law shall be subject to criminal penalties and civil liability.
