Shape the Future of Flight Composite Mechanic – Aerospace Programs (777X Focus)

Wichita, KS | $42.85/hr | Full-Time, 12-Month Consultant Role

PDS Tech Commercial is partnering with a premier leader in the aerospace industry to find a skilled Composite Mechanic ready to make a direct impact on next-generation aircraft programs—most notably the 777X. If you’re experienced, detail-driven, and passionate about precision manufacturing, this is your opportunity to work on aircraft that define the future of aviation.

About the Role

As a Composite Mechanic, you’ll play a critical role in fabricating, assembling, finishing, and inspecting advanced composite and metal structures used on some of the world’s most recognizable commercial aircraft. Your expertise will directly support production quality, safety, and on-time delivery for high-profile aerospace programs.

What You’ll Do Day to Day

Fabricate, assemble, form, finish, and inspect structural and non-structural composite and metal parts.

Work from engineering drawings, process specifications, quality requirements, and work instructions.

Perform composite lay-ups using optical and hard tooling.

Operate specialized equipment including impregnating, perforating, cutting, roll-form, press, curing, and testing machines.

Load, unload, and operate ovens and autoclaves for part curing.

Conduct rework, repair, and change incorporation using portable repair and bonding equipment.

Verify all work meets process, quality, and engineering specifications.

Use precision measuring tools and shop math to ensure accuracy.

Perform routine minor machine maintenance as part of Total Preventive Maintenance.

Support continuous product flow by assisting and training team members.

Cross-train in inspection and become SIA qualified.

Required Qualifications

High school diploma or equivalent.

Minimum 4 years of hands-on composite experience (no junior candidates).

Prior aviation/aerospace manufacturing experience required.

Experience working on aircraft, with strong preference for 777X (also 767 and 737).

Ability to read and interpret technical drawings, specifications, and work orders.

Comfortable working in a fast-paced, precision-driven manufacturing environment.

Preferred Qualifications

Direct experience supporting 777X production programs.

Autoclave and oven operation experience.

Background in inspection and quality verification.

Experience with composite repair and bonding processes.

Why Join PDS Tech Commercial

Competitive pay at $42.85 per hour.

Consistent first-shift schedule: Monday–Friday, 8:00 AM–5:00 PM.

Work on cutting-edge aerospace programs with global impact.

Collaborative team culture that values craftsmanship, safety, and continuous improvement.

Opportunity to expand your skills, certifications, and aerospace career footprint.

Ready to Take Off?

If you’re an experienced Composite Mechanic looking to apply your skills on world-class aircraft programs, we want to hear from you.

Apply today and help build the future of flight with PDS Tech Commercial.

Pay Details: $42.85 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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