Build the Future of Flight: Now Hiring Assembly Technicians!
Join PDS Tech Commercial and partner with an aerospace industry leader shaping the skies of tomorrow.
Location: Wichita, KS Shift: Mon to Thurs 5am to 330 pm Pay: starting at $18/hour
Precision, Innovation, and Teamwork Start with You
PDS Tech Commercial is seeking skilled Assembly Technicians to support our client, a trailblazer in aerospace manufacturing. If youre passionate about hands-on work, take pride in high-quality craftsmanship, and thrive in a fast-paced, team-driven environment — this is your opportunity to take flight in your career.
As an Assembly Technician, you’ll be on the front lines of building advanced aircraft and spacecraft components. Your work will directly impact the performance, safety, and reliability of groundbreaking aerospace products.
What You’ll Be Doing:
Assemble precision components using hand and power tools including drills, reamers, countersinks, and spot face tools
Install press fit and force fit bushings with accuracy and care
Perform aircraft and spacecraft assembly operations on a variety of parts and systems
Conduct bench top assemblies, with or without jigs and fixtures
Trim, shim, and remove surface defects to meet strict quality standards
Handle a variety of aircraft fasteners such as rivets, pull rivets, and hi-loks
Apply aircraft sealants with precision (minimum 1 year of experience required)
Read and interpret blueprints and technical drawings to ensure accuracy
Use general metrology tools to verify tolerances and quality
What We’re Looking For:
Required Qualifications:
2+ years of assembly experience in a manufacturing setting
Experience with sheet metal assemblies, drilling, countersinking, riveting, and fastener installation
Ability to read blueprints and follow technical instructions
Skilled with general metrology tools (calipers, micrometers, gauges, etc.)
Detail-oriented, quality-focused, and self-motivated
Solid problem-solving abilities
Familiarity with various aircraft fasteners
1+ year of aircraft sealer application experience
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:
Take Your Career to New Heights
If youre ready to roll up your sleeves and help build the next generation of aircraft and spacecraft, we want to hear from you!
Apply today and launch your future in aerospace with PDS Tech Commercial.
Pay Details: $18.00 to $30.00 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
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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.
