A&P Mechanic

PDS Tech Commercial; Tennessee; On-site; USD 34,000 - 55,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Life insurance

Short-term disability

EAP program

Commuter benefits

401K plan

Job summary

PDS Tech Commercial is seeking an experienced A&P Mechanic for a Piney Flats, TN location. 1st shift, Mon-Thu 6AM–4:30PM, with pay between $25-$40/hour. You will perform inspections, repairs, and maintenance to keep aircraft mission-ready.

Responsibilities include disassembly, inspection, and reassembly of airframe/engine components, reading maintenance manuals, and documenting work while adhering to safety and ITAR/EAR requirements. Must bring your own tools and work as part of a team.

Qualifications

• 4+ years of aircraft maintenance experience.
• Rotorcraft maintenance experience required.
• Ability to read and interpret maintenance manuals, drawings, and docs.
• Strong communication skills and teamwork.

Responsibilities

• Perform inspections, maintenance, and repairs on airframe and engine components.
• Remove, inspect, repair, and install drivetrain components.
• Complete major inspections, structural repairs, and basic sheet metal repairs.
• Read and interpret maintenance manuals, drawings, and installation instructions.
• Document maintenance activities and completed work accurately.
• Safely operate hand tools and specialized aircraft maintenance equipment.
• Assist with post-maintenance flight tests as required.
• Collaborate with team to deliver high-quality aircraft on schedule.
• Maintain a safe work environment following PPE requirements.

Skills

4 years aircraft maintenance

Rotorcraft maintenance

Read/interpret manuals & drawings

Strong communication

Education

FAA A&P Certification

Tools

Own tools

Job description

Job Description

Keep Aircraft Flying—Advance Your Aviation Career with PDS Tech Commercial

Location: Piney Flats, TN |Schedule: 1st shift, Mon to Thurs 6AM – 4:30pm | Pay Rates: $25 - $40/hour

PDS Tech Commercial is partnering with a leader in the aerospace industry to hire skilled A&P Mechanics who is passionate about aircraft maintenance, safety, and quality. In this role, you'll perform critical inspections, repairs, and maintenance that ensure rotorcraft are mission-ready and operating at peak performance.

If you're an experienced mechanic who thrives in a fast-paced environment and takes pride in delivering exceptional workmanship, this is your opportunity to make an impact.

What You'll Do

• Perform inspections, maintenance, and repairs on airframe and engine components.
• Remove, inspect, repair, and install drivetrain components.
• Complete major inspections, structural repairs, and basic sheet metal repairs.
• Read and interpret maintenance manuals, engineering drawings, and installation instructions.
• Accurately document maintenance activities and completed work.
• Safely operate hand tools and specialized aircraft maintenance equipment.
• Assist with post-maintenance flight tests as required.
• Collaborate with team members to deliver high-quality aircraft on schedule.
• Maintain a safe work environment by following all safety procedures and PPE requirements.

What We're Looking For

Required Qualifications

• FAA Airframe & Powerplant (A&P) Certification.
• Minimum 4 years of aircraft maintenance experience performing duties related to this role.
• Rotorcraft maintenance experience is required.
• Ability to read and interpret technical manuals, drawings, and maintenance documentation.
• Strong communication skills and the ability to work effectively in a team environment.
• Must provide your own tools.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience performing major inspections and structural repairs.
• Strong troubleshooting and diagnostic skills in a maintenance environment.

Physical Requirements

• Ability to lift up to 25 pounds independently and team lift up to 50 pounds.
• Ability to stand for extended periods and perform frequent kneeling, squatting, crawling, climbing, bending, and reaching.
• Excellent manual dexterity, hand-eye coordination, and attention to detail.
• Ability to safely work in a manufacturing and aircraft maintenance environment while wearing required PPE.

Ready to Keep Aviation Moving?

If you're an experienced A&P Mechanic looking to put your skills to work with an industry-leading aerospace organization, we want to hear from you.

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.

Pay Details: $25.00 to $40.00 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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