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.
About the Role PDS Defense, Inc. is seeking a C-17 Aircraft Structures Mechanic I (Contract) to support aircraft maintenance and structural modification activities in San Antonio, TX. This position plays a critical role in maintaining and repairing C-17 aircraft structures and systems to ensure mission readiness, safety, and regulatory compliance. Candidates must be available to work variable shifts, including 1st and 2nd shift schedules, overtime, weekends, and holidays as required by business needs.
Important Hiring Information • All contractors will complete required assessments on Day 1 of assignment.
• Candidates who do not pass the assessment will be released from the assignment.
• Successful candidates will proceed to training.
• Successful completion of training (OJT and/or classroom instruction) is required for continued employment.
• Regular and predictable attendance is required.
Key Responsibilities • Perform close-tolerance drilling, reaming, removal, and installation on critical aircraft support structures and fracture-critical areas.
• Locate and prepare blind holes for installation of structural components.
• Perform sealing, painting, shimming, and preservation processes according to approved procedures.
• Read and interpret engineering drawings, technical orders, process specifications, and retrofit requirements.
• Use tooling assemblies and fixtures for depot-level modifications and structural repairs.
• Troubleshoot and repair aircraft structures, landing gear, flight controls, hydraulic systems, engines, auxiliary power units, and related systems.
• Repair, replace, and rebuild aircraft structural components including wings, fuselage sections, control surfaces, and hydraulic units.
• Utilize hand tools, power tools, precision measuring devices, riveting equipment, sheet metal brakes, shears, and specialty aircraft maintenance tools.
• Access aircraft maintenance systems and submit online parts and discrepancy requests.
• Assist General Mechanics, Avionics, and Electronics personnel in meeting production schedules and quality goals.
• Maintain all required certifications, licenses, and permits.
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