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Senior Aircraft Sheet Metal Mechanic (Helicopters)

Location: Columbus, MS Company: PDS Defense, Inc.

PDS Defense, Inc. is hiring a Senior Aircraft Sheet Metal Mechanic to support helicopter structural assembly and installation programs in Columbus, MS. This is a hands-on role for experienced aircraft sheet metal professionals who take pride in precision, quality, and teamwork. What You'll Do

Read and interpret detailed blueprints, sketches, and engineering diagrams

Inspect and measure parts prior to installation to ensure proper fit and defect-free condition

Install aircraft sheet metal parts and assemblies without compromising structure or system functionality

Fit and assemble skins, frames, tail booms, stabilizers, and other helicopter structural components

Perform drilling, fitting, and riveting of aircraft sub-assemblies

Partner with Quality Inspectors to test and verify proper assembly and compliance

Apply standard shop practices in the fabrication, repair, and modification of aircraft structures

What We're Looking For

6+ years of aircraft sheet metal experience

Relevant experience may substitute for formal education or A&P coursework

Strong ability to read and interpret prints and technical drawings

Solid understanding of standard aircraft fabrication and repair methods

Ability to read, write, and speak English

High attention to detail and commitment to quality workmanship

Preferred (Not Required)

Current Airframe and/or Powerplant (A&P) license

Benefits offered to vary by the contract. Depending on your temporary assignment, benefits 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 DailyPay (in some locations). For a full description of benefits available to you, be sure to talk with your recruiter.

PDS Defense, Inc. is committed to working with and providing reasonable accommodation to individuals with physical and mental disabilities. If you need special assistance or an accommodation while seeking employment, please call View phone number on click.appcast.io to contact us. We will make a determination on your request for reasonable accommodation on a case-by-case basis.

The law requires PDS Defense, Inc. to post a notice describing the Federal laws prohibiting job discrimination. For information regarding your legal rights and protections, please click on the following links: EEO is the Law and EEO is the Law Supplement

PDS Defense, Inc. will not discharge or in any other manner discriminate against employees or applicants because they have inquired about, discussed, or disclosed their own pay. Please see the Pay Transparency Nondiscrimination Provision for more information.

As a Federal Contractor, PDS Defense, Inc. is required to participate in the E-Verify Program to confirm eligibility to work in the United States. For information, please click on the following link: E-Verify

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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