Join Our Team as a Senior Aircraft Technician - Avionics at PDS Tech Commercial!

Role Overview:
PDS Tech Commercial is seeking a talented Senior Aircraft Technician - Avionics to join our dynamic New Helicopter Completions team in Columbus, MS. This is a unique opportunity to work on the cutting edge of aviation, performing critical assembly, installation, repair, and maintenance of avionics systems for helicopters. Your expertise will directly impact the quality and safety of every aircraft, ensuring they meet the highest standards.

Day-to-Day Responsibilities:

• Assembly, Installation, Repair, and Replacement (70): Perform avionics installation, repair, and fabrication tasks on assigned helicopters and aircraft parts. Work from blueprints, sketches, and manuals to meet specifications for dimensions, alignment, and tolerance. Utilize a variety of hand tools, power equipment, and test devices to complete tasks. Ensure compliance with FAA regulations and company standards.

• Diagnosing Malfunctions and Failures (20): Identify and troubleshoot avionics malfunctions, and determine the corrective actions needed to restore systems to optimal functionality. Perform necessary repairs, adjustments, or replacements to ensure operational specifications are met.

• Operational Checks (10): Conduct power-on operational checks of systems such as instruments, radios, navigation, pitot/static systems, and displays. Use test equipment to ensure systems are working correctly and troubleshoot any failures.

• Collaborate and Communicate: Work closely with lead technicians, departments, and suppliers to manage materials, supplies, and job schedules. Complete necessary documentation, records, and forms related to the work completed.

Required Qualifications:

• High school diploma or equivalent

• 6+ years of experience in avionics on aircraft, preferably rotorcraft

• Proficient in reading and interpreting blueprints, sketches, diagrams, and technical manuals

• Ability to apply standard shop practices for fabrication, repair, and modification of aircraft

• Strong troubleshooting and diagnostic skills with a focus on avionics systems

• Ability to work collaboratively and communicate effectively in English, both in writing and speaking

• Physical ability to lift and carry up to 60 lbs, stand, sit, squat, and kneel in various work environments, including exposure to chemicals and fumes

Preferred Qualifications:

• Previous experience with helicopter avionics systems

• Experience using test equipment for operational checks of avionics systems

• Ability to guide and instruct junior technicians and ensure work meets company and FAA standards

Apply Now!
Are you ready to take the next step in your career and help shape the future of aviation? Join PDS Tech Commercial as a Senior Aircraft Technician - Avionics and be part of a team that values quality, productivity, and safety in every aircraft we maintain.

Apply Today and elevate your career 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: $40.00 to $42.50 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

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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