Launch Your Aviation Career with a Leader in Aerospace Maintenance

PDS Tech Commercial is seeking a skilled and detail-oriented Aircraft Safety Equipment Technician to support our client, a leading provider in the aviation maintenance and repair industry. If you have a strong mechanical aptitude, experience working with aircraft components, and a passion for safety and quality, this is an excellent opportunity to join a team that plays a critical role in keeping aircraft mission-ready and compliant.

Quick Highlights

• Location: Saint Louis, MO 63132 | 100% Onsite

• Schedule: 1st Shift | Monday–Friday | 8:00 AM–4:30 PM

• Pay Rate: $22.00–$27.00 per hour (based on experience)

About the Role

As an Aircraft Safety Equipment Technician, you'll be responsible for the overhaul, repair, inspection, testing, and maintenance of aircraft oxygen masks, oxygen cylinders, fire extinguishers, and other critical aviation safety components. Your expertise will directly contribute to aircraft reliability, regulatory compliance, and passenger and crew safety.

This role offers the opportunity to work with specialized aerospace equipment in a hands-on, technical environment where quality, precision, and safety are paramount.

What You'll Do

• Overhaul, repair, and maintain aircraft oxygen masks, fire extinguishers, cylinder assemblies, regulators, and related aviation safety equipment.

• Perform incoming inspections of equipment and components to ensure serviceability and compliance.

• Troubleshoot mechanical issues using maintenance manuals, technical documentation, and OEM specifications.

• Conduct pressure testing, flow testing, and functional testing utilizing gauges, meters, and specialized equipment.

• Perform hydrostatic testing of oxygen cylinders and related assemblies.

• Assemble and torque regulators and components according to manufacturer specifications.

• Accurately complete work orders, inspection records, and maintenance documentation.

• Follow FAA regulations, company procedures, and quality standards.

• Utilize hand tools and testing equipment safely and effectively.

• Maintain a clean, organized, and safety-focused work environment.

• Support additional operational and maintenance activities as assigned.

Required Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED.

• Minimum 3–5 years of related mechanical, aviation, maintenance, repair, or technical experience.

• Experience using hand tools, measuring devices, and testing equipment.

• Ability to read and interpret technical manuals, blueprints, maintenance instructions, and parts diagrams.

• Strong troubleshooting and problem-solving skills.

• Ability to perform repetitive tasks with a high degree of accuracy and attention to detail.

• Ability to lift and move up to 60 pounds.

• Must be able to pass FAA-required pre-employment drug and alcohol screening.

• Fluent in reading, writing, and speaking English.

Preferred Qualifications

• FAA Airframe & Powerplant (A&P) Certification.

• Aircraft maintenance, MRO, or aerospace industry experience.

• Experience working with high-pressure oxygen systems.

• Familiarity with hydrostatic testing procedures.

• Previous experience servicing aircraft safety equipment or related pneumatic systems.

Why Join Us?

At PDS Tech Commercial, we're committed to connecting talented professionals with rewarding careers that make an impact. In this role, you'll have the opportunity to:

• Work for a respected leader in the aviation maintenance industry.

• Develop specialized aerospace technical skills.

• Gain hands-on experience with critical aircraft safety systems.

• Join a collaborative and safety-focused team environment.

• Enjoy a stable first-shift schedule with opportunities for long-term, temp-to-perm employment.

• Build a rewarding career in an industry where your work directly contributes to aviation safety and operational excellence.

Apply Today

If you're a mechanically inclined technician who takes pride in quality workmanship and wants to be part of a team that supports the aviation industry, we want to hear from you.

Apply now and take the next step toward an exciting career in aerospace maintenance with PDS Tech Commercial!

Pay Details: $22.00 to $27.00 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.

You should be proficient in:

• Equipment Diagnostics & Troubleshooting