Elevate Your Career as an Aircraft Mechanic – Join a Leader in Aerospace

Job Type: Full Time; Consultant (12 Months)
Location: San Antonio, TX 78226
Schedule: Monday–Friday; Must be available for 1st or 2nd Shift
Pay Rate: $40.00 per hour

About the Role

PDS Tech Commercial is seeking an experienced Aircraft Mechanic to support a leading aerospace company in San Antonio, TX. In this role, you’ll apply advanced technical knowledge to troubleshoot, repair, and test aircraft systems that go far beyond the basics. From avionics and radar to electronic warfare systems, your expertise will ensure mission readiness and help deliver excellence to critical aerospace programs.

What You’ll Do

• Apply advanced troubleshooting skills to complex electrical and avionics issues beyond standard manuals

• Perform aircraft bench and flight line testing, inspection, and troubleshooting

• Assemble, install, and modify wire bundles and systems on advanced fighter platforms

• Interpret and work from blueprints, schematics, and technical documentation

• Use precision measuring instruments, gauges, and test equipment to ensure quality compliance

• Diagnose malfunctions and incorporate engineering changes as needed

• Provide guidance and mentorship to less experienced mechanics; may lead small teams

• Support cost and schedule targets by collaborating across disciplines (mechanical, structures, electrical)

• Ensure compliance with all safety, hazardous energy, and Lock Out/Tag procedures

• Perform duties onsite in a hands-on aerospace environment

Basic Qualifications

• 8+ years of experience working from schematics, specifications, and assembly drawings

• 8+ years of experience with aircraft computer systems and standard office software

• Experience with F-15 or other fighter platforms

• Hands-on experience with aircraft avionics systems (Comm/Nav, Data Links, Weapons, Radar, Electronic Warfare)
  
  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.                                               
   

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience with EPAWSS modification

• Experience working with COMSEC, Radar, or Electronic Warfare Systems

• Previous fighter platform expertise

Physical Requirements

• Ability to lift up to 35 lbs. and work in elevated or confined spaces

• Comfortable with climbing ladders, standing for extended periods, and exposure to noise/solvents

• Capable of working in a production environment with frequent walking, bending, kneeling, and tool use

Why Join Us?

At PDS Tech Commercial, you’ll have the opportunity to work onsite with one of the most respected aerospace leaders in the world. We offer:

• Competitive pay at $40/hour

• A long-term assignment with potential career growth

• Exposure to advanced fighter platforms and cutting-edge avionics systems

• A collaborative environment where your expertise is valued, and your leadership can shine

Take the Next Step

If you’re a seasoned Aircraft Mechanic ready to take on challenging, impactful work in aerospace, we want to hear from you.

Apply today and help power the future of advanced aviation.

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