FAA Assembly & Test Technician I — Tempe

PDS Defense, Inc.; Tempe (AZ); On-site; USD 25,000 - 39,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Direct deposit

401(k)

Paid holidays

Short-term disability insurance

Skills training

Employee referral bonus

Affordable medical coverage plan

DailyPay

Job summary

PDS Defense, Inc. in Tempe, AZ, seeks an FAA Assembly & Test Technician 1 to perform standard testing on a range of equipment and document results. You will help ensure equipment quality and functionality through structured testing and data recording.

The role requires familiarity with testing equipment, manual dexterity, and the ability to work under supervision. This position is suitable for early-career technicians seeking growth in aerospace manufacturing.

Qualifications

• 0–2 years of experience in light industrial/manufacturing.
• Familiarity with industry-specific tests and testing equipment.
• Ability to lift weights exceeding 30 lbs and handle physical risks.
• U.S. citizenship required.

Responsibilities

• Conduct and monitor testing processes on various equipment.
• Record data from testing in standard formats and provide results to product and engineering teams.
• Analyze test data to identify defects, malfunctions, or performance issues.
• Collaborate with technical teams to recommend solutions for testing problems or equipment malfunctions.
• Maintain, repair, and calibrate test equipment and systems.
• Troubleshoot and resolve issues related to testing procedures.
• Develop new test procedures in collaboration with the engineering team.
• Ensure that test procedures comply with safety regulations and standards.

Skills

Attention to detail

Manual dexterity

Team collaboration

Problem solving

Tools

Calipers

Drop mic

Bore gauges

Inside micrometers

Outside micrometers

Torque wrench

Job description

PDS Defense, Inc. in Tempe, AZ, seeks an FAA Assembly & Test Technician 1 to perform standard testing on a range of equipment and document results. You will help ensure equipment quality and functionality through structured testing and data recording.

The role requires familiarity with testing equipment, manual dexterity, and the ability to work under supervision. This position is suitable for early-career technicians seeking growth in aerospace manufacturing.