FAA Aircraft Technician at PDS Tech Commercial, Inc. Mesa, AZ

PDS Tech Commercial, Inc.; Mesa (AZ); On-site; USD 37,195 - 50,971; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Life insurance

Short-term disability

401K plan

Paid leave

Job summary

PDS Tech Commercial, Inc. in Mesa, AZ is seeking an Aircraft Technician II to inspect, maintain, and repair aircraft systems and structures with minimal supervision.

This full-time role on the 1st shift (6am - 4:30pm) requires FAA Airframe and Powerplant certification and aviation maintenance experience; you will work with equipment, ensure safety, and contribute to quality in a fast-paced aerospace environment.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED required.
• FAA Airframe and Powerplant certificate and two (2) years of aviation maintenance experience or four (4) years of aviation maintenance experience to include 2 years on mid/large size aircraft required.
• Must have A&P License.
• Must be able to read, write, speak, and understand the English language.
• Experience within the Aerospace industry is highly preferred.

Responsibilities

• Communicate as required to receive and understand work assignments. Perform complex aircraft inspections, repairs, and modifications with minimal supervision.
• Coordinate with MTL, STM, and the Inspection Department to ensure compliance with internal and FAA inspection and documentation requirements. Properly complete CMP cards, work order sign-offs, and other paperwork in a timely and accurate manner. Assist as needed with shift turnovers.
• Ensure that all work accomplished meets quality standards and specifications.
• Properly identify (tag) customer property and equipment. Store aircraft components and other customer property securely and safely.
• Follow standard operating procedures when operating ground support equipment (external power carts, hydraulic mules, hydraulic lift platforms, tow tugs, forklifts, compressed gas cylinders, etc.).
• Coordinate, accomplish, and assist with aircraft movement in hangar and ramp areas.
• Provide training to less experienced technicians.
• Protect customer property (PTP).
• Properly collect and dispose of waste fuel, oil, hydraulic fluids, de-icing fluids, and solvent rags.
• Implement and apply Lean/continuous improvement processes to all areas of responsibility.
• Properly use and maintain Company-provided tools and equipment.
• Comply with safety rules and procedures.
• Use the material tracking system to create parts demand, track squawks, and sign-offs, and to charge labor to correct work orders.
• In support of aircraft certification and final phase testing, may include flight tests on aircraft as required.

Education

High School Diploma or GED

FAA Airframe and Powerplant certificate

Job description

FAA Aircraft Technician job at PDS Tech Commercial, Inc.. Mesa, AZ. Your Next Job is Cleared for Takeoff - Join PDS Tech Commercial as an Aircraft Technician! Location: Mesa, AZ | Pay Rate: $32.19/hour | Schedule: Full-Time, 1st Shift (6am - 4:30pm)

Let your career take flight Our aircraft are industry leaders and so are our people. We're looking for talented, motivated individuals who are ready to do innovative work, and we offer exciting career opportunities worldwide. Join our team and contribute to the development of groundbreaking technologies used in the future of the world's finest aviation experience.

This role works under minimal supervision, performs inspections, maintenance, and repairs of moderate to advanced complexity on aircraft systems and structures.

Essential Functions:

• Communicate as required to receive and understand work assignments. Perform complex aircraft inspections, repairs, and modifications with minimal supervision.
• Coordinate with MTL, STM, and the Inspection Department to ensure compliance with internal and FAA inspection and documentation requirements. Properly complete CMP cards, work order sign-offs, and other paperwork in a timely and accurate manner. Assist as needed with shift turnovers.
• Ensure that all work accomplished meets quality standards and specifications.
• Properly identify (tag) customer property and equipment. Store aircraft components and other customer property securely and safely.
• Follow standard operating procedures when operating ground support equipment (external power carts, hydraulic mules, hydraulic lift platforms, tow tugs, forklifts, compressed gas cylinders, etc.).
• Coordinate, accomplish, and assist with aircraft movement in hangar and ramp areas.
• Provide training to less experienced technicians.
• Protect customer property (PTP).

Additional Functions:

• Properly collect and dispose of waste fuel, oil, hydraulic fluids, de-icing fluids, and solvent rags. Apply 6S and Lean Initiatives to keep shops, hangars, and aircraft work areas clean and uncluttered.
• Implement and apply Lean/continuous improvement processes to all areas of responsibility.
• Properly use and maintain Company-provided tools and equipment. Return items to designated storage area after use.
• Comply with safety rules and procedures. Use protective equipment as required and be alert for unsafe conditions. Address unsafe conditions before putting people or property at risk.
• Use the material tracking system to create parts demand, track squawks, and sign-offs, and to charge labor to correct work orders.
• In support of aircraft certification and final phase testing, may include flight tests on aircraft as required.

Other Requirements:

• Working knowledge of the FAA regulations, process specifications, Repair Station and Quality Control manuals, and company policies and procedures.
• Must have working knowledge of Turbine Engines. Rolls Royce and Pratt Whitney specific would be a plus!
• Must be able to read, write, speak, and understand the English language.
• Live A/C experience required.

Education and Experience Requirements:

• High School Diploma or GED required.
• FAA Airframe and Powerplant certificate and Two (2) years of aviation maintenance experience or Four (4) years of aviation maintenance experience to include 2 years of experience working on mid/large size aircraft required.
• Must have A&A License.
• Valid Driver's License required.
• Experience within the Aerospace industry is highly preferred.

Why Join Us?

At PDS Tech Commercial we believe in empowering our employees to reach new heights. We offer an exciting, team-oriented environment where you'll collaborate with talented professionals in the aerospace field. As an Aircraft Technician II, you'll play a key role in producing top-tier aircraft while gaining valuable experience in the aerospace industry. We foster a culture of continuous improvement and safety, where your contributions directly impact the success of our projects.

Ready to Take Off?

If you're passionate about hands‑on work, love a challenge, and want to contribute to cutting‑edge aerospace projects, apply today to join the PDS Tech Commercial team. Take your career to new heights and help us build the next generation of aircraft.

Pay Details:

$32.19 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 the 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, and holiday pay where applicable.

Equal Opportunity Employer/Veterans/Disabled

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