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Aircraft Electrical Mechanic III  San Antonio, TX  Posted: 9/29/2025
Job Description

Job ID#:

213262

Job Category:

L - Mechanics

Position Type:

Associate - W2

Duration:

39

Shift:

1

Positions Available:

7


PDS Defense, Inc. is seeking an 747 Avionics Technician Level 3 in San Antonio, TX. Job ID#213262


****Will Require Onsite Interview in San Antonio, TX****


Shift: Must be available to work variable shifts based on business need (1st, 2nd & 3rd) 


Job Description:

Perform connector terminations including shielded wires, coaxial cables, and fiber optic wiring
Ability and understanding of routing instructions and handling of harnesses.
Perform sealing, wrapping, bonding, tying, and closure of wire harnesses and cables in accordance with standard processes
Read and interpret engineering drawings, technical orders, process specification, and retrofit requirements to perform electrical modifications and repairs
Use tooling assemblies and fixtures for depot level modification and repair of electrical wiring
Perform assembly, installation, visual inspection of physical characteristics, modification of wire bundles & electrical assemblies, operational and quality checks of aircraft
Troubleshoot organizational and depot maintenance level malfunctions in aircraft electrical and comms/nav-systems
Interpret standard work instructions, charts, tables, blueprints, wire diagrams, formulas, sketches, verbal and electronic orders, job layouts, etc...
Use all equipment in accordance with established safety and operating procedures.
Perform all tasks involved in the coordination, preparation, and movement of material and tools
Operate riding type electric powered elevating equipment to accomplish work assignments
Maintain necessary certifications, licenses and permits as required for assigned work.
Perform all duties of lower Electrical classifications as required to successfully accomplish assignments

Ability to perform the following requirements:
The candidate must be able to ascend and descend vertical work ladders, work in confined spaces, and lift loads of approximately 35 pounds.
Exposure to noise, working on elevated platforms
Use personal protective gear for face, eyes, ears, hand, and arms as required.
Pass visual acuity and color perception tests
Read, write, and comprehend the English language
Handle, use, and dispose of hazardous material
Obtain & maintain training certifications as required to support assignment responsibilities
Occasional (1 to 3 hrs) finger manipulation
On occasion, a 2-person lift may be necessary for weights greater than 50 lbs
Frequent reaching overhead (3 to 6 hrs)
Frequent walking on flat surfaces
Frequent standing flat or uneven surfaces
Frequent balancing on a ladder, steps, or uneven surfaces
Occasional climbing on 3-12 ft ladders or stands
Rotation of head/neck, sitting, crawling, squatting, bend/stoop, lying down, and operate foot controls for an extended period of time
Occasional contact with metals
Frequent exposure to noise

Basic Qualifications (Required Skills/Experience):
10+ years of experience with electrical/electronic theories and avionics systems, shop mathematics and practices
10+ years of experience in working with schematics, specifications, assembly drawings and standard operating procedures.
10+ years of experience with component and wire installation to include repairing, modifying, testing and troubleshooting new, experimental, and disturbed systems
Ability to work variable shifts including weekends and overtime
Regular and predictable attendance is a requirement of this request. 
Ability to Obtain Secret Clearance.
Will Require Onsite Interview in San Antonio, TX
 
Preferred Qualifications (Desired Skills/Experience):
Experience with Avionics
Experience with Depot Level/Modification maintenance.
Operate a forklift, mobile crane, and riding type electric powered elevating equipment to accomplish work assignment
FAA certification in Airframe and/or Power Plant

Education / Experience:
High School Diploma OR GED required 

Travel: 
Potential for up to 25% travel 

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:

Top Secret

 

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 1-866-224-2745 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.
To read our Candidate Privacy Information Statement, which explains how we will use your information, please visit https://www.pdsdefense.com/candidate-privacy/.

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

 

To read our Candidate Privacy Information Statement, which explains how we will use your information, please visit http://www.tadpgs.com/candidate-privacy/ or https://pdsdefense.com/candidate-privacy/

 

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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