Skilled Assemblers – Launch Your Career in Aviation with PDS Tech Commercial
Location - North Charleston, SC Payrate 26.82 - 32.62 (DOE) Must be able to work all shifts
Build the Future of Flight – One Assembly at a Time
PDS Tech Commercial is seeking dedicated Assemblers to support production operations in the aviation industry. You’ll play a hands-on role in creating the structural and mechanical components of cutting-edge aircraft, working in a dynamic, high-tech environment that demands precision, focus, and teamwork. Your craftsmanship ensures the integrity and safety of each aircraft—your work truly takes flight.
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.
What You’ll Be Doing
As an Assembler, you’ll be responsible for routine production assembly tasks on aircraft structural and mechanical systems. Your daily responsibilities will include:
Assembling structural and mechanical parts, subassemblies, and aircraft systems using manual and power tools.
Performing close-tolerance drilling, fastening, and installation in critical areas.
Working with advanced materials such as CFRP, aluminum, and titanium for drilling, trimming, sanding, and shimming.
Using calibrated precision measuring tools to validate quality and tolerances.
Setting up and verifying jigs and tooling for accurate assembly.
Following detailed work instructions, blueprints, and engineering specifications.
Maintaining regular and predictable attendance to meet production schedules.
Technical Skills You’ll Use Daily
Operation of structural assembly tools such as high-speed and low-speed drills, pneumatic and electric drills, nut runners, and Quackenbush.
Jig and tooling setup and validation.
Close-tolerance precision drilling and fastener installation.
Use of precision measurement instruments.
Working with advanced composite and metallic materials.
What You’ll Need to Succeed
Required Qualifications:
6+ months experience in an advanced manufacturing, mechanical, or technical field.
Ability to use hand, power, and pneumatic tools safely and effectively.
6+ months experience interpreting blueprints, technical drawings, and detailed work instructions in English.
Basic computer skills, including Microsoft Suite and internet navigation.
Experience in structural parts fabrication and assembly.
Preferred Qualifications:
Prior experience in aerospace assembly or manufacturing.
Familiarity with high-precision tools and high-tolerance measurements.
Understanding of aircraft safety standards and compliance protocols.
Physical Requirements:
Ability to bend, kneel, climb, reach, twist, and stand for extended periods.
Must be able to lift up to 35 lbs.
Must be able to work with high-hazard chemicals as needed.
Apply Now – Your Aviation Career is Cleared for Takeoff
At PDS Tech Commercial, we don’t just offer jobs—we offer pathways to the future of aerospace. If youre mechanically inclined, detail-oriented, and ready to assemble your future in aviation, we want to hear from you.
Pay Details: $26.82 to $32.62 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 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
