Be the First on the Scene—Power Critical Aviation Repairs Worldwide as an Engine TechnicianPDS Tech Commercial is partnering with a global aviation leader to hire a skilled Engine Technician for a fast-paced Customer Response Team. If you’re ready to travel at a moment’s notice and keep aircraft engines operating at peak performance, this is your chance to make a direct impact on aviation safety and reliability.
Your Role & ImpactAs an Engine Technician – Customer Response Team, you’ll be on the front lines of aircraft support—traveling to customer locations to troubleshoot, repair, and return aircraft to service quickly and safely. Your expertise will help minimize downtime and keep critical aviation operations moving around the world.
Location & Schedule- Location: Wichita, KS (with extensive travel)
- Schedule: Monday–Friday (plus overtime, weekends, and holidays as needed)
- Job Type: Full-time Consultant (12-month contract)
- Travel: Must be available with 2 hours’ notice for assignments up to 30 days
What You’ll Do- Troubleshoot, repair, inspect, and perform engine maintenance on customer aircraft
- Travel to off-site locations to support urgent maintenance and return aircraft to service
- Perform and document work in compliance with manuals, regulations, and safety standards
- Inspect incoming parts and verify proper documentation
- Support multiple maintenance disciplines including avionics, structures, and composites
- Operate ground support equipment and assist with installations/removals
- Monitor and maintain tool inventory and conduct monthly audits
- Provide time estimates and act as a shipping/receiving agent for parts
- Collaborate with team members and customers to resolve technical issues efficiently
- Participate in safety programs and continuous improvement initiatives (5S, compliance standards)
Required Qualifications- FAA A&P Certificate
- Minimum 3+ years aircraft engine maintenance experience (or equivalent)
- Minimum 2+ years experience on corporate jet aircraft
- Minimum 1+ year experience with aircraft models
- Strong troubleshooting and diagnostic skills
- Ability to interpret mechanical engineering drawings
- Valid driver’s license and ability to maintain insurable status
- Valid passport and ability to travel internationally
- Ability to obtain SIDA badge and required certifications
- Willingness to work overtime, holidays, and in outdoor/weather conditions
- Ability to work independently and on short-notice travel assignments
Preferred Qualifications- Previous experience in customer-facing roles within aviation
- Experience with return-to-service procedures and inspections
- Demonstrated leadership and mentoring abilities
- Strong organizational and planning skills
- Ability to train and support other technicians
Why Join UsAt PDS Tech Commercial, you’ll join a team that supports one of the most respected names in aviation. This role offers:
- The opportunity to travel globally and work on high-value aircraft
- Hands-on experience solving mission-critical aviation challenges
- A fast-paced, dynamic role where no two days are the same
- A culture focused on safety, teamwork, and technical excellence
- The chance to grow your skills while making a real impact on customer operations
- Equal opportunity employment with a commitment to diversity and inclusion
Take Your Skills WorldwideIf youre ready to step into a high-impact role where your expertise keeps aircraft flying and customers supported across the globe, this is your opportunity.
Apply today and join PDS Tech Commercial—where your career takes flight.
Pay Details: $41.64 to $51.23 per hour
Benefit offerings available for our associates include medical, dental, vision, life insurance, short-term disability, additional voluntary benefits, EAP program, commuter benefits and a 401K plan. Our benefit offerings provide employees the flexibility to choose the type of coverage that meets their individual needs. In addition, our associates may be eligible for paid leave including Paid Sick Leave or any other paid leave required by Federal, State, or local law, as well as Holiday pay where applicable.
Equal Opportunity Employer/Veterans/Disabled
Military connected talent encouraged to apply
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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
Massachusetts Candidates Only: It is unlawful in Massachusetts to require or administer a lie detector test as a condition of employment or continued employment. An employer who violates this law shall be subject to criminal penalties and civil liability.
