FAA Assembly Mechanic - Level 1

PDS Defense, Inc.; Phoenix (AZ); On-site; USD 45,000 - 60,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Direct deposit

401(k)

Paid holidays

Short-term disability insurance

Skills training

Employee referral bonus

Medical plan

DailyPay

Job summary

PDS Defense, Inc. in Phoenix, AZ is seeking an FAA Assembly Mechanic - Level 1 to construct, maintain, and test mechanical equipment and components. This entry-level role supports parts identification and ordering, with supervision and potential apprenticeship training.

Responsibilities emphasize following established guidelines, learning on the job, and reporting to a supervisor. Benefits vary by contract and may include direct deposit, 401(k), holidays, disability insurance, training, referral

Qualifications

• 0–2 years of related experience.
• Apprenticeship or formal training in area of specialty may be required.
• Under close supervision with established guidelines.
• Identifies parts for replacement and orders parts as necessary.

Responsibilities

• Constructs, maintains, and tests mechanical equipment, machinery, and components.
• Identifies parts for replacement and orders parts as necessary.
• Works under immediate supervision and follows pre-established guidelines.

Skills

Mechanical assembly

Blueprint reading

Quality inspection

Problem solving

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Apprenticeship or formal training

Tools

Hand tools

Testing equipment

Job description

Light Industrial/Manufacturing

FAA Assembly Mechanic - Level 1 Phoenix, AZ Posted: 3/10/2026

Job ID#:

215993

Job Category:

Light Industrial/Manufacturing

Position Type:

Associate - W2

Shift:

1

PDS Defense, Inc. is seeking a FAA Assembly Mechanic - Level 1, in Phoenix, AZ. Job ID#215993

Job Description

Constructs, maintains, and tests mechanical equipment, machinery, and components.

• Identifies parts for replacement and machines that need new parts and places orders as necessary.
• May be required to complete an apprenticeship and/or formal training in area of specialty.
• May require 0-2 years of experience in the field or in a related area.
• Has knowledge of commonly used concepts, practices, and procedures within a particular field.
• Relies on instructions and pre-established guidelines to perform the functions of the job.
• Works under immediate supervision.
• Primary job functions do not typically require exercising independent judgment.
• Typically reports to a supervisor or manager.

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

Military connected talent encouraged to apply.

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