Special Access Structures Mechanic II
Location: San Antonio, TX
Job ID: 216310
Clearance: Ability to obtain and maintain a Secret Clearance
Required: Regular and predictable attendance is required
Work Schedule
- Must be able to work 1st, 2nd, and 3rd shifts based on business needs
- Overtime may be required
Job Description
PDS Defense, Inc. is seeking an experienced Special Access Structures Mechanic II to support aircraft maintenance, repair, and modification activities in San Antonio, TX. This role requires strong technical expertise in aircraft structural repair, heavy structures work, and the ability to interpret engineering documentation to perform complex tasks.
The Aircraft Structures Mechanic II maintains, repairs, and modifies aircraft structures and major components, including structural repairs, flight controls, hydraulics, pneumatics, fuel systems, engines, and mechanical systems.
The mechanic applies a comprehensive understanding of airframe and power plant systems to diagnose malfunctions and restore aircraft to operational condition. This role may require leading lower‑level mechanics and completing aircraft documentation.
Position Responsibilities
- Perform close‑tolerance drilling, reaming, removal, and installation in critical support and fracture‑critical areas
- Locate blind holes and install structural components into existing aircraft structure
- Conduct sealing, painting, shimming, and structural preservation
- Read and interpret engineering drawings, technical orders, and specifications
- Use computer systems for work instructions, drawings, and training
- Perform depot‑level structural modifications using tooling assemblies and fixtures
- Troubleshoot and repair aircraft mechanical components, heavy structures, and non‑complex electrical systems
- Use aircraft‑specific tools including torque wrenches, micrometers, dial indicators, cable tensiometers, sheet‑metal brakes, and shears
- Submit part requests and discrepancies through online systems
- Provide guidance to lower‑level technicians
- Operate forklifts, cranes, and powered elevating equipment
- Maintain all required certifications and licenses
Physical Requirements
- Ability to climb ladders, work in confined spaces, and lift up to 35 lbs
- Work on elevated platforms and in high‑noise environments
- Use required PPE (eyes, face, ears, hands, arms)
- Pass visual acuity and color‑perception tests
- Frequent standing, walking, overhead reaching, bending, squatting, crawling
- Occasional 2‑person lifts for items 50+ lbs
- Work on uneven surfaces, ladders, and stands
- Frequent exposure to metals and noise
Required Experience & Qualifications
- 4+ years of aircraft heavy structures experience
- 4+ years working with aluminum, titanium, and stainless steel
- 4+ years interpreting schematics, assembly drawings, specifications, SOPs
- 4+ years using structure‑related hand tools (drills, rivet guns, countersink tools, etc.)
- Experience installing doublers, stringers, webs, seat tracks, etc.
- Strong sheet‑metal and structural repair knowledge
- Proficient computer skills
- Ability to obtain customer access approval
- Ability to obtain and maintain a Secret Clearance
- Must pass a comprehensive background investigation
- This position will require the ability to obtain customer approval for access. Dual citizenship or prior citizenship of any other country may preclude ability to obtain access. A 3rd party background check relating to personal and business finances, residences, employment history, past drug use, prior military service, and criminal behavior will be conducted.
Preferred Qualifications
- VIP/specialty aircraft interior experience (within past 10 years)
- Depot‑level or heavy‑structures maintenance experience
- Experience with Executive Fleet platforms
- FAA Airframe and/or Powerplant certification
Education
- High school diploma or GED required