Technician

Light Industrial/Manufacturing

Assembly Technician Kinston, NC Posted: 9/28/2026

Job Description

Job ID#:

226510

Job Category:

Light Industrial/Manufacturing

Position Type:

Associate - W2

Shift:

1

Positions Available:

30

PDS Defense, Inc. is seeking an Wide Body Aircraft Assembly Technician in Kinston, NC.

Job Description:

•Performs a variety of tasks ranging from repetitive to non-repetitive production assembly operations on electronic and/or mechanical assemblies and subassemblies such as modules, boards, panels, drawers, frames, and cables.

•Works from diagrams and drawings, makes initial layouts, and uses hand and/or power tools, jigs, and saws.

•Makes continuity checks on work in process and completed. May conduct quality inspections on processing line in accordance with quality specifications.

•May disassemble, modify, rework, reassemble, and test experimental or prototype assemblies and sub-assemblies according to specifications and under simulated conditions.

•Work with blueprints, changes, specifications, work orders, etc. to assemble and install to quality requirements parts and assemblies.

•Complete required data gathering transactions to facilitate assembly progression.

•Setup and perform all manual and automated assembly operations, and portable machine functions required to accomplish assignments.

•Perform any and all required pickup, rework, fabrication, change in corporation, functional testing or check during or after final assembly and/or assembly progression

•Move and/or obtain correct parts, materials, tools, assemblies,etc.

•Use precision measuring instruments required to accomplish work assignments.

•Report and/or investigate job handicaps such as: errors in parts, assembly procedures, tools, sequences, etc.

•Perform routine minor machine maintenance as part of their daily work duties (e.g., where applicable, replacing machine filters, changing standard light bulbs on machines and equipment, maintaining lubrication/coolant levels, etc. as related to basic Total Preventative Maintenance duties).

•Routinely move product within the immediate manufacturing work area, including across isle, using shop assigned equipment as required,and complete transactions necessary to move product to the next operation. On an exception basis, move product to the next operation within a building.

•Support the continuous flow of product within the manufacturing process by training, coaching and assisting other employees.

•Document any discrepancies according to specification, process, and procedure.

•Trains to become MVP qualified.

•In addition, each employee may be asked, on occasion, to complete other duties and responsibilities as required by leadership. Training and certification will be provided for the additional work when required.

TIER 1: 2-4 years of experience

Skills:

Required

•Knowledge of station safety, quality (clean as you go / Foreign Object Debris) and OSHA regulations

•Must have basic skills of using a variety of tools

Communication Skills:

Required

•Good verbal and written communication skills in English.

•Ability to articulate complex issues to others.

•Ability to maintain confidentiality in all matters is essential.

•Demonstrated effectiveness in interpersonal skills.

Preferred

Technical Systems Proficiency:

•Able to enter, generate and retrieve information using a computer (SAP and Excel knowledge required)

Required

•2 years' minimum experience in aviation production or equivalent

•Previous experience with drilling tools, templates, drilling machines, fasteners, and torquing tools

•Must be able and willing to work any shift to include working overtime as needed

Preferred

•5+ years minimum experience in aviation production

Drill, Seal, Insert fasteners, Varnish, Paint, Counter sink, Sealer, Assembler, Sub Assembly, Assembler/Installer Structures

Drill, Seal, Insert fasteners, Varnish, Paint, Counter sink, Sealer, Assembler, Sub Assembly, Assembler/Installer Structures

Education:

Required

•High School Diploma/GED or WorkKeys Assessment completion

•The ability to successfully complete the following training provided after recruitment:

oHealth & Safety

oGeneral aircraft familiarization

oQuality Training

Preferred

•Training from a vocational school or previous employer in the use of application tools and in application techniques

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.

Job Requirements

Minimum Security Clearance:

No Clearance

Military connected talent encouraged to apply.

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• The California Fair Chance Act

• Los Angeles City Fair Chance Ordinance

• Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance for Employers

• San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance

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