PDS Defense, Inc. is seeking a skilled FAA Structures Aviation Mechanic to join our team in Mobile, Alabama. This is a safety-sensitive position responsible for the maintenance, repair, overhaul, and testing of aircraft components in accordance with FAA regulations, company standards, and approved technical data.

The ideal candidate will have strong technical expertise, attention to detail, and a commitment to producing safe, airworthy components.

Key Responsibilities

• Perform maintenance, repair, and overhaul of aircraft components in accordance with FAA-approved data and company standards.
• Disassemble, clean, inspect, reassemble, repair, and test aircraft parts.
• Maintain a strong focus on safety of flight and product airworthiness at all times.
• Accurately document maintenance activities in compliance with FAA, customer, and company requirements.
• Interpret and apply technical manuals, drawings, and maintenance instructions.
• Ensure proper use, care, and calibration of tools and equipment.
• Maintain a clean, organized, and hazard-free work environment.
• Follow all OSHA and company safety procedures, including use of PPE and safe handling of materials and equipment.
• Assist with painting aircraft parts, including preparation, application, and safety procedures.
• Participate in on-the-job training and continuous learning initiatives.
• Support additional duties as assigned by the Component Shop Lead Mechanic.

• High School Diploma or equivalent
• 3–5 years of experience in aircraft component repair and overhaul, or equivalent training
• Ability to read and interpret technical manuals and drawings
• Strong commitment to safety, quality, and compliance
• Ability to work in a safety-sensitive environment with constant alertness

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience in a Part 145 Maintenance Repair Organization (MRO)
• FAA Airframe & Powerplant (A&P) License (preferred, not required)
• Training in Airframe & Powerplant with emphasis on Structures and Composites
• Experience with turboprop aircraft
• Hydraulic systems experience
• Aircraft parts painting experience

Work Environment & Expectations

• Safety-sensitive role requiring adherence to all FAA and OSHA regulations
• Regular attendance required per company policy
• Ability to follow safety procedures related to chemicals, engines, propellers, fall protection, and PPE

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.

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