PDS Defense, Inc. — San Antonio, Texas
Estimated salary for Aircraft Mechanics and Service Technicians (U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, May 2025): $62,630–$99,130 per year, median $79,870. The employer did not provide a pay range for this listing.
Aircraft Electrical Mechanics (level 2)- San Antonio, TX. Special Program.
Position Responsibilities: · Performs on and off aircraft electrical modification to electrical wiring and system components · Perform complex connector terminations including shielded wires, coaxial cables and fiber optic wiring. · Understand wire handling and routing instructions. · Perform sealing, wrapping, bonding, tying, and closure of wire harnesses and cables in accordance with standard processes. · Demonstrate technical ability to read and interpret engineering drawings, technical orders, process specifications, and retrofit requirements to perform electrical modification/repair. · Adhere to government and company procedural guidance, perform assembly, installation, visual inspection of physical characteristics, modification of wire bundles & electrical assemblies, operational and quality checks of aircraft work. · Troubleshoot malfunctions in aircraft electrical and environmental systems of moderate difficulty at the organizational or depot maintenance level. · Performs aircraft bench and/or flight line operational testing and troubleshooting in accordance with DOD, manufacturer, company, supplier and other directives. · Performs assembly, installation, check-out physical characteristics, operational testing and modification of wire bundles in the testing, development and modification of aircraft in accordance with DOD, manufacturer, company, supplier and other directives. · Responsible for the proper performance of assignments and the prudent handling of product, tools and equipment. · Required to consult with management and peers to assess best work process. · Will assist and train less senior employees. · May be required to lead teams through more complex aircraft relevant tasks. · Able to prioritize workload to maintain schedules on assigned projects. · Perform all duties of lower Electrics classifications as required to successfully accomplish assignments. · Interpret standard work instructions, charts, tables, blueprints, wire diagrams, formulas, sketches, verbal and electronic orders, job layouts, etc. to accomplish assigned work. · Ensure that all equipment is used in accordance with established safety and operating procedures. · Diagnose and correct malfunctions occurring in assembly processes. · Use any and all precision measuring instruments, gauges, tools, etc., necessary to check dimensions and conformance to quality requirements. · Maintain necessary certifications, licenses and permits as required for assigned work. · Able to ascend and descend vertical work ladders, work in confined spaces, and lift loads of approximately 35 pounds. · Able to work various shifts and/or an alternate baseline schedule that may frequently change to support mission requirements and may include weekends and holidays. Mission requirements and/or workload may require both scheduled and unscheduled overtime · Must be familiar with Hazardous Energy and Lock Out /Tag systems applications to ensure working environment is deemed safe for access and on the job performance. · Will be required to assist other team members (General Mechanics, Structures, Avionics) in order to ensure cost/schedule targets are met. · This position is expected to be 100% onsite. The selected candidate will be required to work onsite at San Antonio. Candidate maybe be required to travel up to 25%. · This position requires the ability to pass assessment during the training cycle. · This position requires adherence to the SA Tool and FOD procedures. Ability to perform the following physical requirements: • The candidate must be able to ascend and descend vertical work ladders, work in confined spaces, and lift loads of approximately 35 pounds. • Exposure to noise, working on elevated platforms • Use personal protective gear for face, eyes, ears, hand, and arms as required. • Pass visual acuity and color perception tests • Experience understanding and interpreting detailed written and verbal work instructions and processes • Handle, use, and dispose of hazardous material • Obtain & maintain training certifications as required to support assignment responsibilities • Occasional (1 to 3 hrs) finger manipulation • On occasion, a 2-person lift may be necessary for weights greater than 50 lbs • Frequent reaching overhead (3 to 6 hrs) • Frequent walking on flat surfaces • Frequent standing flat or uneven surfaces • Frequent balancing on a ladder, steps, or uneven surfaces • Occasional climbing on 3-12 ft ladders or stands • Rotation of head/neck, sitting, crawling, squatting, bend/stoop, lying down, and operate foot controls for an extended period of time • Occasional contact with metals • Frequent exposure to noise
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