Lab Technician

PDS Tech Commercial; Savannah (GA); On-site; USD 70,000 - 73,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

401K plan

Job summary

PDS Tech Commercial is seeking a Lab Technician in Savannah, GA to perform critical laboratory testing for aircraft materials and components, ensuring compliance with aerospace requirements and safety standards. The role involves data management, calibration, and collaboration with a team to maintain precision.

Candidates should have a HS diploma or GED, 6 years related experience with 3 years in testing, and strong skills in blueprint reading, QA systems, and shop math.

Qualifications

• Requires High School Diploma or GED and 6 years of technically related experience, including 3 years lab testing.
• Proficiency in blueprint reading and interpretation, strong shop mathematics, and QA system knowledge.

Responsibilities

• Perform laboratory tests and determine product acceptability per established methods.
• Record and document test results with detailed reports.
• Ensure testing safety and compliance with regulations.
• Maintain calibration and inventory of laboratory equipment.
• Collaborate with Lab Technicians and assist as needed.
• Manage testing data using Access, Solumina, Corridor.
• Ensure equipment accuracy to NIST standards.
• Develop procedures for FAA, manufacturer, and industry requirements.
• Troubleshoot with customers and resolve technical/logistical issues.

Skills

Blueprint reading

QA knowledge

Independent work

Analytical skills

Record keeping

Mathematics

Documentation

Aircraft mockups experience

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Tools

Microsoft Access

Solumina

Corridor

Job description

Put Precision to Work in Aerospace as a Lab Technician

Location : Savannah, GA | Schedule: 1st Shift, 5am to 3:30pm | Pay Rate: $34.33 per hour

PDS Tech Commercial is partnering with a leading aerospace company to find an experienced Lab Technician who is ready to make a critical impact on aircraft quality, safety, and performance . If you have a strong technical background, laboratory testing experience, and a passion for precision, this is your opportunity to bring your expertise to an industry where every measurement matters.

Make an Impact Every Day

As a Lab Technician, you’ll perform critical laboratory testing to verify that aircraft materials, parts, and components meet type design data and applicable aerospace requirements. Your work will directly support the quality and airworthiness of aircraft while helping solve complex technical challenges in a collaborative, team-oriented environment.

What You’ll Do

• Perform laboratory tests and determine product acceptability according to established methods and procedures.

• Record, organize, evaluate, and document test results while generating detailed laboratory reports.

• Ensure all testing is performed safely and in compliance with applicable safety rules and regulations.

• Maintain laboratory equipment and verify proper calibration before testing.

• Manage inventory and maintain control of laboratory equipment and resources.

• Work collaboratively with other Lab Technicians and provide assistance as needed.

• Enter and manage testing data using Microsoft Access, Solumina, and Corridor.

• Ensure measurement and test equipment is accurate and calibrated to National Institute of Standards and Technology (NIST) standards.

• Develop procedures that support compliance with FAA, manufacturer, and industry requirements.

• Work directly with customers to troubleshoot and resolve complex technical or logistical issues.

• Work independently with little or no supervision while maintaining a high standard of accuracy and quality.

• Perform other duties as assigned.

What You Bring

Required Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED required.

• 6 years of technically related experience, including at least 3 years of laboratory testing experience.

• Proficiency in blueprint reading and interpretation.

• Strong knowledge of shop mathematics.

• Working knowledge of Quality Assurance (QA) system requirements.

• Ability to work independently with minimal supervision.

• Strong technical, analytical, organizational, and problem‑solving skills.

• Ability to maintain accurate records and technical documentation.

• Extensive experience manufacturing, operating, and maintaining full‑scale aircraft mockups.

Preferred Qualifications

• ASQ (American Society for Quality) certification upon hire preferred.

• Aerospace, aircraft manufacturing, or aviation laboratory experience.

• Experience with Microsoft Access, Solumina, and Corridor.

• Familiarity with NIST calibration standards and measurement systems.

• Experience developing or improving laboratory testing procedures.

Ready to Take Your Expertise to New Heights?

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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• Los Angeles City Fair Chance Ordinance

• Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance for Employers

• San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance

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