Join PDS Tech Commercial and partner with a leader in the aviation industry to support the world-renowned C-17 Globemaster III fleet. If you're a skilled aircraft maintenance professional with a passion for precision, safety, and operational excellence, this is your opportunity to make a direct impact on aircraft readiness and mission success.

Job Title: Aerospace Products Repair/Modifications Technician
Job Type: Full-Time Consultant (12-Month Assignment)
Location: Joint Base Lewis-McChord, WA
Schedule: Monday-Friday | 1st & 2nd Shift Available (Please indicate shift preference upon submission)
Pay Rate: $47.78/hour ($42.69/hr + $5.09/hr Health & Welfare)

As an Aerospace Products Repair/Modifications Technician, you will provide direct support to the C-17 Globemaster III Integrated Sustainment Program, performing critical repair, maintenance, modification, and troubleshooting activities that ensure aircraft remain safe, reliable, and mission-ready. Your expertise will play a vital role in keeping one of the world's most important military transport aircraft operating at peak performance.

In this hands-on role, you will:

• Assemble, disassemble, modify, and upgrade aircraft systems and components.
• Perform repairs and retrofit activities to correct failures and implement engineering changes.
• Configure aerospace vehicles and bench test equipment.
• Troubleshoot complex pneumatic, hydraulic, electrical, and mechanical systems to identify and resolve faults.
• Conduct validation and verification testing of aircraft systems and components.
• Inspect components and completed repairs to ensure flightworthiness standards are met.
• Document repairs, inspections, modifications, and test results to maintain contractual and regulatory compliance.
• Support and oversee assembly, disassembly, overhaul, and maintenance activities.
• Assist with training and knowledge transfer efforts.
• Maintain strict adherence to safety standards and operating procedures.
• Work under general direction while exercising sound technical judgment and problem-solving skills.

To be successful in this role, candidates should possess:

• 3+ years of experience working at heights and using fall protection equipment with weight limitations of 225 lbs. or less.
• 3+ years of experience reading, understanding, and interpreting engineering drawings and technical specifications.
• 3+ years of experience identifying hazardous working conditions and safety concerns through routine inspections of equipment and work areas.
• 3+ years of experience in repair, maintenance, retrofit processes, and aerospace maintenance practices.
• Ability to pass Ground Operations Personnel (GOP) and air respirator medical physicals and maintain required qualifications/certifications.
• 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.  
•    Must be eligible to obtain a Security Clearance. 
                                           
   

Highly qualified candidates may also have:

• Experience supporting C-17 Globemaster III aircraft operations and maintenance.
• Minimum of 3 years of C-17 platform experience.
• Ability to read and interpret C-17 blueprints and USAF Technical Orders.
• Knowledge of live aircraft operations and support environments.
• Experience working across multiple aircraft systems, including:
  • Pneumatic systems
  • Hydraulic systems
  • Structural systems
  • Electrical systems
  • Propulsion systems