Senior Aircraft Sheetmetal Technician - NHC (Contract)

PDS Tech, Inc.; Columbus (MS); Vor Ort; USD 48.000 - 68.000; Vollzeit

Benefits dieser Stelle

Medical

Dental

Vision

Life insurance

Short-term disability

Voluntary benefits

EAP

Commuter benefits

401K

Zusammenfassung

PDS Tech Commercial is seeking a Senior Aircraft Sheetmetal Technician to join our Columbus, MS team. You will install, fit, and assemble sheet metal components for rotorcraft, reading blueprints and ensuring top safety and quality standards.

This onsite role requires six years of sheet metal experience, strong reading of technical drawings, and a dedicated focus on craftsmanship and safety. English proficiency is essential for team collaboration and compliance with aerospace standards.

Qualifikationen

• Six or more years of aircraft sheet metal experience, preferably rotorcraft.
• Ability to read blueprints, diagrams and engineering drawings.
• Experience with fabrication, repair modifications and structural assembly.
• Must read, write and speak English.
• Strong attention to detail and safety.

Aufgaben

• Install sheet metal parts and assemblies on aircraft while ensuring structural integrity and safety
• Fit and assemble skins, frames, stabilizers, tail booms and helicopter sub-assemblies
• Drill, fit, rivet and modify aircraft structures
• Read and interpret blueprints and engineering drawings
• Develop patterns/templates to improve manufacturing accuracy
• Apply aerospace fabrication and repair practices
• Maintain a clean, organized and safe work environment
• Use production tools and equipment including hydraulic lifts
• Collaborate with team to meet production goals and quality standards

Kenntnisse

Sheetmetal experience

Blueprint reading

Fabrication/assembly

English proficiency

Safety awareness

Jobbeschreibung

Build the Future of Flight as a Senior Aircraft Sheetmetal Technician

Join PDS Tech Commercial and Take Your Aerospace Career to New Heights

Location: Columbus, MS | Payrate: $42/hour

PDS Tech Commercial is partnering with a global leader in the aerospace industry to find an experienced and detail-driven Senior Aircraft Sheetmetal Technician. If you’re passionate about aircraft craftsmanship, thrive in a precision-driven environment, and want to work on advanced rotorcraft systems, this is your opportunity to make a lasting impact on the future of aviation.

In this role, you’ll be a critical part of the production team responsible for installing, fitting, and assembling sheet metal components that directly support aircraft performance, safety, and reliability.

What You’ll Do

As a Senior Aircraft Technician – Sheetmetal, your expertise will help ensure aircraft structures are assembled to the highest quality and safety standards.

Day-to-Day Responsibilities:

• Install sheet metal parts and assemblies on aircraft while ensuring structural integrity and operational safety

• Fit and assemble skins, frames, stabilizers, tail booms, and additional helicopter sub-assemblies

• Perform drilling, fitting, riveting, and modification work on aircraft structures

• Read and interpret blueprints, sketches, diagrams, and engineering drawings

• Assist in developing patterns and templates to streamline manufacturing processes and ensure dimensional accuracy

• Apply standard aircraft fabrication and repair practices in accordance with aerospace specifications

• Maintain a clean, organized, and safety-focused work environment

• Utilize production tools and equipment, including hydraulic lifts and hand tools

• Collaborate with team members and leadership to support production goals and quality standards

Required Qualifications

• Minimum of six (6) years of aircraft sheet metal experience, preferably in rotorcraft

• Strong ability to read and interpret blueprints, diagrams, and technical drawings

• Experience performing fabrication, repair modifications, and structural assembly work

• Ability to read, write, and speak English

• Strong attention to detail, craftsmanship, and commitment to safety

Preferred Qualifications

• Current A&P License

• Previous aerospace manufacturing or helicopter assembly experience

Physical Requirements

This is a highly hands-on onsite role requiring physical mobility and the ability to work in active production environments.

• Onsite presence required: 95%

• Ability to lift and carry up to 30 lbs/14 kgs daily

• Ability to stand, walk, squat, kneel, push, and pull throughout the workday

• Ability to safely operate tools, lifts, and electronic equipment

• Ability to hear alarms, safety warnings, and participate in conversations in production settings

• Occasional travel up to 5%

Required PPE

Safety Shoes, Safety Glasses, Hearing Protection, Respirators/Masks, Protective Gloves, and additional PPE as required by the facility or customer site.

What You Can Expect:

• Opportunity to work with cutting-edge aerospace technology

• Stable, long-term career potential in a growing industry

• Collaborative and safety-focused work culture

• Competitive compensation and professional growth opportunities

• The chance to contribute to aircraft that make a real-world impact

Ready to Build Something Extraordinary?

This position requires use of information or access to facilities subject to the International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR) and/or Export Administration Regulations (EAR). These regulations may limit access of controlled technologies: 1) to U.S. Persons, including U.S. Citizens, lawful permanent residents, and other narrow categories including refugees and asylees, or 2) to certain foreign nationals that have received an export license.

Pay Details

$42.00 per hour

Benefits

• medical

• dental

• vision

• life insurance

• short-term disability

• additional voluntary benefits

• EAP program

• commuter benefits

• 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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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

Massachusetts Candidates Only:

It is unlawful in Massachusetts to require or administer a lie detector test as a condition of employment or continued employment. An employer who violates this law shall be subject to criminal penalties and civil liability.