Helicopter Structures / Sheetmetal Mechanic Location: Columbus, MSJob ID: 215179Company: PDS Defense, Inc. Position Overview PDS Defense, Inc. is seeking an experienced Helicopter Structures/Sheetmetal Mechanic to perform detailed installations, modifications, and repairs on helicopter airframe
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Helicopter Structures / Sheetmetal Mechanic- Columbus, MS
Job Description:

Helicopter Structures / Sheetmetal Mechanic

Location: Columbus, MS
Job ID: 215179
Company: PDS Defense, Inc.

Position Overview

PDS Defense, Inc. is seeking an experienced Helicopter Structures/Sheetmetal Mechanic to perform detailed installations, modifications, and repairs on helicopter airframes and components. This role supports aircraft production and delivery schedules and requires strong technical expertise in sheet metal fabrication, assembly, and structural repair.

Key Responsibilities

Installations, Modifications & Repairs

  • Perform sheet metal installations, modifications, and repairs on helicopter airframes.
  • Install major and minor modifications following STC instructions.
  • Cut, join, and adjust sheet metal structures using engineering drawings and standard practices.
  • Prepare patterns and templates to ensure precise installations.
  • Ensure installations do not compromise aircraft structural integrity or system function.
  • Adjust and fit latches, windows, cowlings, and covers as required.
  • Install prototype parts and tight-tolerance components using engineering blueprints.
  • Apply sealant to installations in accordance with quality and performance standards.
  • Manufacture doublers and small parts as needed.
  • Create and use jigs, fixtures, and tooling to improve repeatability and workflow for other technicians.

Technical Execution

  • Use standard and specialized hand tools, power equipment, measuring devices, and test equipment.
  • Use Fiche Techniques, technical documentation, MES, and SAP.
  • Read and interpret blueprints, drawings, parts lists, and technical data.
  • Follow service bulletins, inspection reports, and approved procedures.
  • Document work performed in MES, SAP, and required paper records.

Required Qualifications

  • Minimum 6 years of aircraft sheet metal installation and/or repair experience.
  • Ability to read and interpret engineering blueprints, sketches, and diagrams.
  • Strong understanding of aircraft structural fabrication and repair practices.
  • Ability to read, write, and speak English.

Preferred Qualifications

  • Airframe or Powerplant (A&P) license or applicable trade school certification (not required but a plus).

 

 

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.

Job Requirements:

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.

As a Federal Contractor, PDS Defense, Inc. is required to participate in the E-Verify Program to confirm eligibility to work in the United States. For information, please click on the following link: E-Verify

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

To read our Candidate Privacy Information Statement, which explains how we will use your information, please visit https://www.pdsdefense.com/candidate-privacy/.

Company Details
PDS Defense, Inc.
1001 3rd Avenue W
Ste 460
Bradenton, Florida 34205 USA
www.pdsdefense.com/
132 Open Jobs Available
PDS Defense specializes in finding the best talent for our customers, either on a contract or direct-hire basis. We post hundreds of new positions each week, nationwide. If you are interested in working in the Staffing Industry, you can search our in...
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Job Info
Location
Columbus, Mississippi, USA
Type
Contractor
Company Details
PDS Defense, Inc.
1001 3rd Avenue W
Ste 460
Bradenton, Florida 34205 USA
www.pdsdefense.com/
132 Open Jobs Available
PDS Defense specializes in finding the best talent for our customers, either on a contract or direct-hire basis. We post hundreds of new positions each week, nationwide. If you are interested in working in the Staffing Industry, you can search our in...

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