Aerospace Products Repair/Modification Technician

Build the Future of Flight as an Aerospace Products Repair/Modification Technician

Take Your Aerospace Expertise to New Heights with PDS Tech Commercial

PDS Tech Commercial is partnering with a recognized leader in the aviation industry to hire an experienced Aerospace Products Repair/Modification Technician in Joint Base Lewis-McChord, WA . If you're a skilled technician who thrives on solving complex mechanical and electrical challenges, this is your opportunity to play a critical role in ensuring aircraft systems meet the highest standards of safety, performance, and flight readiness.

Position Details

Job Title: Aerospace Products Repair/Modification Technician

Location: Joint Base Lewis-McChord, WA 98438

Job Type: Full-Time | 12-Month Contract

Schedule: Monday-Friday

• 1st Shift: 6:00 AM - 2:30 PM
• 2nd Shift: 1:00 PM - 9:30 PM Candidates must be available to work either shift as needed.

Pay Rate: $47.21 per hour

Make an Impact Every Day

As an Aerospace Products Repair/Modification Technician, you will support mission-critical aircraft operations by assembling, modifying, troubleshooting, testing, and validating complex aerospace systems. Your expertise will directly contribute to aircraft reliability, regulatory compliance, and flight worthiness, helping keep aviation operations running safely and efficiently.

This role offers the opportunity to work with advanced aerospace technologies while collaborating with a team committed to quality, precision, and operational excellence.

What You'll Do

In this hands-on technical role, you will:

• Assemble, disassemble, modify, repair, and upgrade aerospace vehicle systems and components
• Diagnose and troubleshoot complex pneumatic, hydraulic, electrical, and mechanical systems
• Configure aerospace vehicles and bench test equipment for maintenance and testing activities
• Perform system validation, verification, and operational testing
• Inspect components and completed repairs to ensure flight-worthiness standards are met
• Document repair procedures, modifications, test results, and inspection findings to maintain contractual and regulatory compliance
• Support and oversee assembly, disassembly, maintenance, and overhaul activities
• Assist in training and development efforts for team members
• Identify and address potential safety concerns within the work environment
• Work independently under general direction while maintaining high-quality workmanship standards
• Maintain required qualifications, including Ground Operations Personnel (GOP) and air respirator medical certifications

Required Qualifications

To be successful in this role, you should possess:

• High School Diploma, GED, or equivalent combination of education and experience
• 4+ years of related aerospace, aviation maintenance, military aviation, modification, retrofit, or repair experience
• Minimum 3 years of experience reading, interpreting, and working from engineering drawings, schematics, and technical specifications
• Minimum 3 years of experience with aerospace repair, maintenance, modification, retrofit, or overhaul processes
• Minimum 3 years of experience identifying hazardous conditions and maintaining safe work practices
• Strong troubleshooting skills involving pneumatic, hydraulic, electrical, and mechanical systems
• Ability to enter confined spaces with an entry opening of 10" x 18"
• Ability to pass Ground Operations Personnel (GOP) and air respirator medical physicals and maintain certification
• Strong attention to detail, documentation accuracy, and commitment to quality standards
• Reliable attendance and dependability

Preferred Qualifications

• Military aviation maintenance experience
• Experience supporting aircraft modification programs
• FAA Airframe and Powerplant (A&P) certification
• Experience working in highly regulated aerospace or defense environments
• Familiarity with aircraft inspection, testing, and flight-worthiness standards
• Experience mentoring or training technicians

Why Join Us?

At PDS Tech Commercial, we connect talented professionals with industry-leading organizations that are shaping the future of aviation. When you join our team, you'll gain access to exciting projects, cutting-edge technology, and opportunities to expand your technical expertise.

What Makes This Opportunity Stand Out?

• Competitive pay at $47.21 per hour
• Opportunity to work with a respected aviation industry leader
• Exposure to advanced aerospace systems and technologies
• Collaborative, safety-focused work environment
• Meaningful work that directly impacts aircraft performance and mission success
• Professional growth through hands-on technical challenges and continuous learning
• Stable full-time schedule with the potential to build valuable long-term aerospace experience

Ready to Elevate Your Career?

If you're an experienced aerospace technician with a passion for precision, problem-solving, and aviation excellence, we want to hear from you.

Apply today and become part of a team that's helping keep aircraft mission-ready, safe, and performing at their best. Your next great aerospace opportunity starts here with PDS Tech Commercial.

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: $47.21 per hour

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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• The California Fair Chance Act
• Los Angeles City Fair Chance Ordinance
• Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance for Employers
• San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance

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