Assembly Technician

PDS Tech Commercial; Wichita (KS); On-site; USD 41,000 - 48,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Life insurance

Short-term disability

401(k) plan

Commuter benefits

Paid leave

Job summary

PDS Tech Commercial is hiring skilled Assembly Technicians in Wichita, KS to support aerospace manufacturing. You will assemble precision components, read blueprints, and apply sealants, working with various fasteners and metrology tools to ensure high-quality results.

Ideal candidates have 2+ years of assembly experience, sheet metal skills, and attention to detail. ITAR considerations apply; shifts are Mon-Thurs with pay starting at $25/hour and ranges up to $35/hour.

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.
• Familiarity with general metrology tools (calipers, micrometers, gauges, etc.).
• Detail-oriented, quality-focused, and self-motivated.
• Solid problem-solving abilities.
• Familiarity with aircraft fasteners.
• 1+ year of aircraft sealer application experience.

Responsibilities

• Assemble precision components using hand and power tools.
• Install press fit and force fit bushings with accuracy.
• Perform aircraft and spacecraft assembly operations on various parts and systems.
• Conduct bench top assemblies, with or without jigs and fixtures.
• Trim, shim, and remove surface defects to meet quality standards.
• Handle aircraft fasteners such as rivets, pull rivets, and hi-loks.
• Apply aircraft sealants (minimum 1 year experience).
• Read and interpret blueprints and drawings to ensure accuracy.
• Use general metrology tools to verify tolerances and quality.

Skills

2+ years assembly

Sheet metal assemblies

Read blueprints

General metrology tools

Detail‑oriented

Problem solving

Aircraft fasteners

Aircraft sealer application

Tools

Hand & power tools

Calipers & micrometers

Job description

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 25/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 you're 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

Preferred Qualifications:

• Previous aircraft or aerospace assembly experience
• Understanding of aerospace manufacturing standards and procedures

Take Your Career to New Heights

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: $30.00 to $35.00 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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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.