Keep Aircraft Mission-Ready – Now Hiring an Electrical Technician in New Orleans!
Support U.S. military aviation with hands-on electrical expertise.
Position: Electrical Technician
Location: NAS JRB Belle Chasse – New Orleans, LA
Job Type: Full-Time Consultant (12 Months)
Schedule: Monday to Friday First Shift 6:30 AM – 3:00 PM
Pay Rate: $37.05 – $45.35 per hour
Your Work, Our MissionPDS Tech Commercial is seeking an experienced Electrical Technician to support aircraft maintenance operations at NAS Joint Reserve Base in New Orleans, LA. In this critical role, youll be a key player in ensuring the reliability, safety, and performance of military aircraft electrical and avionics systems.
What You’ll Be DoingMaintain and repair complex aircraft avionics and electrical systems
Install and remove related components and gear for maintenance and upgrades
Perform daily, pre-flight, post-flight, and periodic inspections
Support flight operations including launch, recovery, and plane captain duties
Assemble, disassemble, and modify aerospace systems to resolve issues or enhance capabilities
Troubleshoot pneumatic, hydraulic, and electrical systems to isolate and resolve faults
Execute validation and verification testing for systems and components
Inspect components to ensure compliance with flight-worthiness standards
Accurately document maintenance, modifications, and inspections
Work under general direction with a strong focus on quality and safety
Basic QualificationsMust be eligible to obtain a Security Clearance.
High school diploma or GED with 4+ years of relevant aircraft maintenance experience (or equivalent combination of education and experience)
5+ years of military fighter aircraft maintenance experience
Ability to work variable shifts and lift up to 35 pounds
At least 1 year of experience reading and interpreting technical publications and maintenance instructions
Comfortable working in outdoor environments and around loud equipment
Preferred QualificationsAvionics/Electrical modification experience on fighter aircraft
F/A-18 AT/AE qualifications
Prior experience with Navy 4790.1 maintenance documentation requirements
Why Join PDS Tech Commercial?At PDS Tech Commercial, we connect skilled talent with impactful aerospace careers. As part of our team, you’ll:
Work in support of essential national defense systems
Join a team that values your experience and promotes safety above all
Receive highly competitive pay and opportunities for career development
Be a part of a respected organization that supports top-tier aerospace partners
Ready to Power What’s Next?Apply now to take your career to new heights as an Electrical Technician. Make a difference where it counts — on the ground and in the air.
Pay Details: $37.05 to $45.35 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:
- The California Fair Chance Act
- Los Angeles City Fair Chance Ordinance
- Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance for Employers
- San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance
