Flight Line Mechanic

Flight Line Mechanic

Location: Mobile, AL

PDS Defense, Inc. is seeking an experienced Flight Line Mechanic to join our team in Mobile, AL. This role is responsible for performing functional test procedures, pre- and post-flight inspections, and preparing aircraft for test flights and delivery readiness. The ideal candidate will have strong troubleshooting skills and experience working with various aircraft systems in a manufacturing or MRO environment.

• Perform functional test procedures and pre/post-flight inspections.
• Troubleshoot, rig, repair, and replace aircraft structures, components, and systems of moderate complexity.
• Maintain and rework aircraft components, including landing gear, flight surfaces and controls, anti-icing systems, engines, hydraulics, pneumatics, fuel systems, and ventilation.
• Service and repair cabin interior components.
• Prepare documentation in accordance with company procedures.
• Perform day-to-day aircraft maintenance tasks.
• Operate and understand a wide variety of test equipment and tooling.
• Support aircraft operations including refuel/defuel, jacking, and towing.

• Minimum 3 years aviation experience
  , preferably in an aviation manufacturing or MRO environment.
• Valid Airframe License required.
• Ability to work a rotating shift schedule
  , including evenings, weekends, and holidays.
• Must possess or be able to obtain a valid passport for unrestricted travel to Canada.
• Vocational/Technical School credential required.

• Strong troubleshooting and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to interpret technical manuals, drawings, and engineering data.
• Proficient in using test equipment and tooling.
• Excellent attention to detail and adherence to safety standards.

Benefits offered vary by contract and may include direct deposit, free career counseling services, 401(k), select paid holidays, short-term disability insurance, skills training, employee referral bonus, affordable medical coverage plan, and Daily Pay (in some locations). For a full description of benefits available to you, be sure to talk with your recruiter.

Job Requirements:

Minimum Security Clearance:
No Clearance

Military connected talent encouraged to apply.

VEVRAA Federal Contractor / Request Priority Protected Veteran Referrals / Equal Opportunity Employer / Veterans / Disabled

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

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