General Operator – Build High Quality Aerospace Components with Precision and Skill
Location: Mountainhome, PA
Job Type: Full-Time, Consultant (18 months)
Schedule: Monday–Friday, 7:00 AM–3:30 PM
Pay Rate: $19.50 - $20.50 per hour
Steel Toe Boots Required on Day 1
About the RolePDS Tech Commercial is seeking a reliable and detail driven General Operator to support a major aerospace partner. In this hands on production role, you will contribute directly to the accuracy, quality, and assembly readiness of critical aerospace chassis. Your work ensures components meet strict manufacturing standards and are prepared for the next stage of production.
What You’ll DoAs a General Operator, you’ll perform benching, hardware, and prep tasks essential to aerospace manufacturing, including:
Straightening post dip brazed chassis prior to machining.
Using hand tools such as hammers, straight edge rules, calipers, and height gauges.
Removing securing materials using pneumatic grinders, files, and chisels.
Working with helicoils and various types of hardware.
Reading and interpreting prints related to chassis assembly.
Supporting additional duties as assigned to meet production schedules and quality requirements.
Collaborating with team members and performing tasks safely and efficiently.
Required QualificationsHigh school diploma or GED (required).
Hands on experience working in environments such as heat treating houses or steel plants (comparable experience).
Proficiency using hand tools and basic measurement tools.
Ability to interpret prints for assembly tasks.
Comfortable with physical labor, repetitive tasks, and working in a production environment.
Steel toe boots required on the first day.
This position requires use of information or access to facilities subject to the International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR) and/or Export Administration Regulations (EAR). These regulations may limit access of controlled technologies: 1) to U.S. Persons, including U.S. Citizens, lawful permanent residents, and other narrow categories including refugees and asylees, or 2) to certain foreign nationals that have received an export license.
Preferred QualificationsWhile not required, the following experience is a plus:
Previous aerospace or manufacturing environment experience.
Familiarity with helicoils and hardware installation.
Experience with pneumatic tools or benching processes.
Why Join UsAt PDS Tech Commercial, you’ll be part of a team dedicated to excellence, safety, and craftsmanship. You’ll work in a supportive environment that values hands on skill, collaboration, and continuous learning—while contributing to high impact aerospace programs. We offer competitive pay, a steady day shift schedule, and an opportunity to grow your experience in a respected industry.
Ready to Build What’s Next?If you’re a dependable, skilled worker eager to contribute to top tier aerospace manufacturing, we encourage you to apply today. Join PDS Tech Commercial and help shape components that power the future of aerospace.
Pay Details: $19.50 to $20.50 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.
