Join a team known for elevating careers and soar to new heights as an Aircraft Tech Trainee!

Let your career take flight
Our aircraft are industry leaders and so are our people. We're looking for talented, motivated individuals who are ready to do innovative work, and we offer exciting career opportunities worldwide.  Join our team and contribute to the development of groundbreaking technologies used in the future of the world’s finest aviation experience.
 
Position Purpose:
Under direct supervision of the Mechanical Team Lead or Senior Tech, assist with the inspection, maintenance and repair of customer aircraft. In this position, the employee will gain knowledge of and familiarity with the Gulfstream aircraft, with internal procedures for work completion and quality control, and with the ways in which multiple shops must work together to meet production goals.
 
Principle Duties and Responsibilities:
Essential Functions: Goals of the Aircraft Tech Trainee are to gain experience in the inspection and maintenance of various Gulfstream aircraft systems (airframe structural, electrical, hydraulic, fuel, landing gear, flight controls and rigging, engines, conditioned air, anti-ice, and other sub-systems). Make effective use of technical reference resources (maintenance and repair manuals, wiring diagrams, vendors and manufacturer communiques, etc.) as required to identify correct part numbers, procedures, and materials. Learn to find information.  Coordinate with the Inspection department to ensure compliance with internal and FAA inspection and documentation requirements. Properly complete parts change sheets, work order sign-offs, shift turn-overs, and other paper work in a timely manner.  Ensure that work accomplished meets FAA requirements, customer specifications, and Gulfstream standard of quality.  Properly identify (tag) customer property and equipment. Store aircraft components and other customer property securely and safely. Prevent damage to aircraft.  Correctly and safely operate ground support equipment (external power carts, hydraulic mules, hydraulic lift platforms, tow tugs, forklifts, compressed gas cylinders, etc.).  Assist Line Service with the movement and servicing of aircraft. Ensure that parts racks and cages remain near their respective aircraft.   
Additional Functions: Strong mechanical aptitude.  Enrollment in an Airframe & Powerplant license program preferred.  Essential communication skills include the ability to read, write, speak, and understand the English language, and listening and computer keyboard skills.  Perform other duties as assigned.  
Other Requirements: Strong mechanical aptitude.  Enrollment in an Airframe & Powerplant license program preferred. Essential communication skills include the ability to read, write, speak, and understand the English language, and listening and computer keyboard skills. Must be able to read, write, speak, and understand the English language. Must have Valid Driver's License  
Education and Experience Requirements: High School Diploma or GED required. Prior experience with civil or military aircraft avionics systems and/or installation is helpful.  
 
Why Join Us?
At PDS Tech Commercial we believe in empowering our employees to reach new heights. We offer an exciting, team-oriented environment where you’ll collaborate with talented professionals in the aerospace field. As an Aircraft Tech Trainee, you'll play a key role in producing top-tier aircraft while gaining valuable experience in the aerospace industry. We foster a culture of continuous improvement and safety, where your contributions directly impact the success of our projects.
 
Ready to Take Off?
If you’re passionate about hands-on work, love a challenge, and want to contribute to cutting-edge aerospace projects, apply today to join the PDS Tech Commercial team. Take your career to new heights and help us build the next generation of aircraft.
 

Pay Details: $20.24 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.

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