Assembly Mechanic

PDS Defense, Inc.; Renton (WA); On-site; USD 62,000 - 65,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k)

Paid holidays

DailyPay

Job summary

PDS Defense, Inc. in Renton, WA is seeking an Assembly Mechanic to assemble, install, seal, rig, inspect, and complete precision components for 737 fuselage work, using drawings, process specs, and quality controls.

Pay rates are $45–$47 hourly. This on-site role offers opportunities for training and cross-training in inspection and assembly while supporting continuous production flow in a controlled environment.

Qualifications

• Ability to read prints and work instructions.
• Experience assembling fuselage components preferred.
• Able to perform basic machine maintenance and inspections.

Responsibilities

• Assemble, install, seal, rig, inspect and complete structural components per drawings and specs.
• Use shop math and precision instruments to test assemblies.
• Move product within the manufacturing area and support workflow.
• Train and assist others in assembly and inspection techniques.
• Cross-train in inspection and become qualified for multiple assembly tasks.

Skills

Reading drawings

Precision measurement

Shop math

Blueprint reading

Team collaboration

Tools

Torque wrenches

Calipers

Inspection gauges

Job description

Light Industrial/Manufacturing

Assembly Mechanic Renton, WA Posted: 4/4/2025

Job Description

Job ID#:

210782

Job Category:

Light Industrial/Manufacturing

Position Type:

Associate - W2

Shift:

1

PDS Defense, Inc. is seeking an 737 Fuselage Assembly Mechanic, in Renton, WA. Job ID#210782

Pay Rates: $45 - $47 /Hourly

Job Description

Assemble, install, seal, rig, inspect, and complete precision and other structural and system components, working from drawings, documents, process specifications, quality control requirements, and established processes and procedures. Functional test and correct, fit form and function of assemblies and components.

1. Obtain required information from prints, charts, sketches, work instructions, documents, verbal and electronic information.
2. Use shop mathematics and precision measuring and or test instruments to complete work assignments and functional test assemblies and components.
3. Utilize tooling in the assembly of components into sub-assemblies or end items.
4. Verify work performed is per work instructions and meets process and/or engineering specification. Identify discrepancies found per applicable procedure.
5. Ensure equipment and tool certification occurs per procedure.
6. Perform routine minor machine maintenance as part of their daily work duties (e.g., where applicable, replacing machine filters, changing standard light bulbs on machines and equipment, maintaining lubrication/coolant levels, etc. as related to basic Total Preventative Maintenance duties).
7. Routinely move product within the immediate manufacturing work area, including across isle, using shop assigned equipment as required, and complete transactions necessary to move product to the next operation. On an exception basis, move product to the next operation within abuilding.
8. Perform work within allotted schedules.
9. Support the continuous flow of product within the manufacturing process by training and assisting employees at all classificationlevels.
10. Assist in the training of other assembly personnel in assembly, installation and inspections techniques.
11. Cross trains in inspection and becomes SIA qualified. Level C Employee must have the skill and knowledge to perform in all of the general functions of the Assembly Mechanic listed below: Assembly/Installation Structures Sub Assembly Sealer

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

Minimum Security Clearance:

No Clearance

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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

VEVRAA Federal Contractor / Request Priority Protected Veteran Referrals / Equal Opportunity Employer / Veterans / Disabled