Avionics Mechanic

PDS Tech, Inc.; San Antonio (TX); On-site; USD 62,000 - 66,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical

Dental

Vision

Life Insurance

Short-term Disability

Commuter Benefits

401K

Job summary

PDS Tech Commercial is seeking a Repair/Modification Technician – Electrical Mechanic in San Antonio, TX to work on the C-17 program. This full-time, 12-month contract role focuses on electrical modifications, repairs, testing, and troubleshooting to ensure aircraft readiness.

You will perform complex modifications, read technical orders, and collaborate with cross-functional teams to maintain safety and quality in a hands-on environment.

Qualifications

• 4+ years of experience performing aircraft electrical/mechanical duties.
• 4+ years of experience and knowledge of electrical/electronic theories and systems.
• Ability to read and interpret detailed work instructions and technical documentation.
• Ability to obtain and maintain required training certifications.

Responsibilities

• Perform electrical modifications to aircraft wiring and system components.
• Complete complex connector terminations, including shielded wires, coaxial cables, and fiber-optic wiring.
• Read and interpret engineering drawings, technical orders, process specifications, blueprints, wire diagrams, retrofit requirements, and work instructions.
• Assemble, install, modify, and inspect wire bundles and electrical assemblies.
• Perform operational and quality checks on completed aircraft work.
• Troubleshoot aircraft electrical and environmental system malfunctions.

Skills

Aircraft electrical experience

Electrical/electronic theory

Read engineering drawings

Shift availability

Tools

Forklift operation

Mobile crane operation

Riding-type elevating equipment

Job description

Take Your Aircraft Electrical Expertise to the Next Level | Repair/Modification Technician – Electrical Mechanic

PDS Tech Commercial is hiring a Repair/Modification Technician – Electrical Mechanic in San Antonio, TX, partnering with a leader in the aviation industry.

If you're an experienced aircraft electrical professional who thrives in a hands-on maintenance and modification environment, this is your opportunity to put your expertise to work supporting the C-17 aircraft program. You'll perform critical electrical modifications, repairs, installations, testing, and troubleshooting while contributing to aircraft quality, safety, and mission readiness.

Position Details

• Job Title: Repair/Modification Technician – Electrical Mechanic
• Location: San Antonio, TX
• Job Type: Full-time, 12-month contract
• Pay Rate: $45.18 per hour
• Schedule: Monday through Friday
• Shift: Must be available to work 1st or 2nd shift
• Work Location: 100% onsite in San Antonio, TX
• Additional Scheduling: Mission requirements may require alternate schedules, weekends, holidays, and scheduled or unscheduled overtime

What You'll Do

As a Repair/Modification Technician – Electrical Mechanic, you will perform complex electrical modification and maintenance activities both on and off aircraft. Your day-to-day responsibilities will include:

• Perform electrical modifications to aircraft wiring and system components.
• Complete complex connector terminations, including shielded wires, coaxial cables, and fiber-optic wiring.
• Follow proper wire handling and routing requirements.
• Perform sealing, wrapping, bonding, tying, and closure of wire harnesses and cables according to established processes.
• Read and interpret engineering drawings, technical orders, process specifications, blueprints, wire diagrams, retrofit requirements, and work instructions.
• Assemble, install, modify, and inspect wire bundles and electrical assemblies.
• Perform operational and quality checks on completed aircraft work.
• Troubleshoot aircraft electrical and environmental system malfunctions at the organizational or depot maintenance level.
• Conduct aircraft bench and flight-line operational testing and troubleshooting.
• Diagnose and correct malfunctions occurring during assembly processes.
• Use precision measuring instruments, gauges, and tools to confirm dimensional and quality requirements.
• Follow company and government safety, quality, Tool Control, FOD, Hazardous Energy, and Lockout/Tagout procedures.
• Maintain required certifications, licenses, permits, and training requirements.
• Collaborate with management and peers to determine effective work processes and resolve technical challenges.
• Assist and train less-experienced team members and potentially lead teams through more complex aircraft-related assignments.
• Work alongside General Mechanics, Structures, and Avionics team members to support cost and schedule objectives.
• Prioritize assigned workloads to maintain project schedules while ensuring work is completed safely and accurately.

Required Qualifications

To be successful in this role, you must have:

• 4+ years of experience performing aircraft electrical/mechanical duties comparable to those described above.
• 4+ years of experience and knowledge of electrical/electronic theories and systems sufficient to perform assigned responsibilities.
• Ability to read and interpret detailed written and verbal work instructions, technical documentation, and aircraft processes.
• Ability and willingness to work 1st or 2nd shift and rotating shifts as required.
• Ability to maintain regular and predictable attendance.
• Ability to successfully complete the required assessment during the training cycle.
• Ability to obtain and maintain required training certifications.

Physical & Work Environment Requirements

Candidates must be able to:

• Ascend and descend vertical work ladders and occasionally climb 3- to 12-foot ladders or stands.
• Work in confined spaces and on elevated platforms.
• Lift approximately 35 pounds, with two-person lifts potentially required for weights greater than 50 pounds.
• Frequently reach overhead, walk, stand, and balance on ladders, steps, or uneven surfaces.
• Perform activities that may include sitting, crawling, squatting, bending, stooping, lying down, rotating the head and neck, and operating foot controls for extended periods.
• Use required personal protective equipment for the face, eyes, ears, hands, and arms.
• Pass required visual acuity and color perception testing.
• Safely handle, use, and dispose of hazardous materials.
• Work in environments with frequent noise exposure and occasional contact with metals.

Preferred Qualifications

Bring an even stronger advantage with:

• Experience performing Depot Level/Modification maintenance.
• Experience operating a forklift, mobile crane, or riding-type electric-powered elevating equipment in support of work assignments.

Why Join Us?

At PDS Tech Commercial, we connect skilled professionals with opportunities to contribute to some of the aviation industry's most important programs.

This role gives you the opportunity to:

• Make an impact: Your work will directly contribute to the quality, reliability, and mission readiness of C-17 aircraft.
• Earn competitive pay: Receive $45.18 per hour for your specialized skills and experience.
• Build valuable experience: Strengthen your expertise in aircraft electrical modification, repair, testing, and troubleshooting.
• Work with skilled professionals: Collaborate with experienced electrical, avionics, structures, and mechanical professionals in a team-oriented environment.
• Take on greater responsibility: Share your knowledge by training less-experienced technicians and potentially leading teams through complex aircraft tasks.
• Advance your aviation career: Gain valuable experience supporting a highly recognized aircraft program and a leader in the aviation industry.
• Be part of a safety- and quality-focused culture: Join an environment where precision, teamwork, accountability, and safe work practices matter every day.

Benefits

• medical
• dental
• vision
• life insurance
• short-term disability
• additional voluntary benefits
• EAP program
• commuter benefits
• 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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