Mechanic- Parts Painter - General Aviation- FAA- Mobile, AL

• Light Industrial/Manufacturing
• Mechanic
• Parts Painter
• General Aviation
• FAA•Mobile, AL•

Mobile, AL Posted:

5/21/2026 Job Description Job ID#: 218128

Job Category:

Light Industrial/Manufacturing Position Type:

Associate

• W2

Shift:

1

• PDS Defense, Inc. is seeking a Mechanic, Painter, in Mobile, AL.
• 2nd Shift, 3:30 PM
• 2 AM, Monday
• Friday

• Job Description:

• Disassemble, clean, inspect, reassemble, repair, and test aircraft components in accordance to appropriate Component Maintenance Manuals, work instructions and the FAA.

This position is "safety sensitive"; therefore all FAA required compliance will be followed.

Primary Responsibilities:

Perform all maintenance in accordance with FAA approved data and to the standards of good workmanship as required. Keep safety of flight in the forefront at all times in the production of an airworthy product. Ensure assigned work area is kept clean and free of hazards to both personnel and the components. Follow all necessary safety precautions; hearing and eye protection, use of chemicals, engine and propeller hazards, fall protection, etc. Accurately and legibly record all information required on internal company forms and aircraft maintenance documents in conformance to company, customer and FAA requirements. Ensure appropriate use of the correct tools for the application and that tooling is serviceable and calibrated when necessary. Locate, understand and implement the appropriate technical data used while performing maintenance. Knowledgeable of painting for aircraft parts i.e. the preparation, painting application, paint safety, etc. Perform duties that may be assigned by the Component Shop and MRO Leads. Ensure assigned work area is kept clean and free of hazards to both personnel and the aircraft. Follow all necessary safety precautions; hearing and eye protection, use of chemicals, engine and propeller hazards, fall protection, etc. As a "safety sensitive" position, this position requires that the employee be able to work in a constant state of alertness and safe manner as an essential job function. Comply with OSHA safety regulations. Participate in on-the-job training as required. Observe safety procedures and personnel policies. Regular attendance required as outlined in company policy.

Education:

High School Diploma. Training in Airframe and Power Plant or an A&P license is preferred.

Experience:

3-5 Years prior experience in aviation maintenance. Certified by FAA with a current Airframe and Power Plant Mechanic license is a plus, but not required. Familiar with turbo prop aircraft preferred. Parts painting experience is required. 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:

No Clearance Military connected talent encouraged to apply.

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