From Toolbox to Takeoff: Launch Your Career in Aerospace with PDS Tech Commercial!

Location: Tulsa, OK | Pay Rate: $19.29/hour | Schedule: Full-Time, 1st Shift (4:45am - 3:15pm)
 
About the Role: Where Innovation Meets Opportunity
As an Operations Trainee with PDS Tech Commercial, you’ll be part of a hands-on team shaping the future of aviation. This entry-level position is perfect for mechanically inclined individuals looking to gain valuable experience in aircraft manufacturing. Under direct supervision, you'll learn essential assembly operations and play a key role in building the aircraft of tomorrow.
 
What You’ll Do Every Day:

Train in and perform structural assembly operations within a production department

Use basic mechanical hand tools like pneumatic drills, rivet guns, and reamers

Learn to read blueprints, work orders, and specification sheets to understand build requirements

Assist with part fitting, alignment, drilling, and riveting using holding fixtures and clamps

Support quality standards by ensuring all parts and work meet specifications

Observe, assist, and gradually work with less supervision as skills grow

Maintain clean, safe workspaces and follow all safety procedures

 
What You Bring to the Table:
Required:

High School Diploma or GED

Mechanical aptitude and interest in hands-on work

Ability to read, write, speak, and understand English

Basic computer and keyboarding skills

Able to lift and carry up to 40 pounds

Willingness to work any shift and follow instructions precisely

Strong attention to detail and professional attitude

Valid Driver's License

Preferred:

Enrollment in or completion of a Technical Aviation program

Familiarity with hand and power tools

Comfort reading scales and performing basic shop math

 
Why Join Us?
At PDS Tech Commercial, you're not just starting a job — you're building a career in aerospace. We provide:

Hands-on training in a high-tech environment

Opportunities to grow within the company

A collaborative team culture that values safety, precision, and passion

The pride of working in a role where every task supports cutting-edge aviation

Whether you're fresh out of school or changing careers, we invest in your development and help you take flight.
 
Ready to Take Off?
Don’t miss your chance to build something extraordinary. Apply now to become an Operations Trainee at PDS Tech Commercial and be part of a team that’s engineering the future — one rivet at a time.
Start your aerospace journey today. Submit your application and let's build the future together.
 

Pay Details: $19.29 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

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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:
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