Launch Your Aerospace Career as an Autoclave Operations Trainee Join PDS Tech Commercial and Help Build the Future of Flight
Location: Tulsa, OK Schedule: Weekend Shift., 5am to 5:30pm Pay Rate: $19.29 per hour
PDS Tech Commercial is partnering with a leading aerospace industry innovator to hire motivated individuals for an exciting Autoclave Operations Trainee opportunity. If you’re mechanically inclined, eager to learn, and ready to start a hands-on career in aerospace manufacturing, this is your chance to get your foot in the door with an industry leader.
This entry-level role offers valuable training in aircraft manufacturing processes while working alongside experienced professionals in a fast-paced production environment. You’ll gain practical experience with aerospace equipment, tools, and structural assembly operations that directly contribute to the production of advanced aircraft.
What You’ll Do
As an Operations Trainee in the Autoclave/Oven area, you’ll work under direct supervision while learning the manufacturing and part removal processes associated with aircraft production.
Day-to-Day Responsibilities:
Assist with part removal processes in the Autoclave/Oven production area
Learn to operate manufacturing equipment and aerospace production tools
Perform basic fitting, drilling, and riveting operations using pneumatic drills, rivet guns, reamers, countersinks, files, and other hand tools
Read and follow work orders, blueprints, and specification sheets
Align and assemble parts using fixtures, clamps, pins, and fasteners
Ensure work meets quality and production standards under guidance from manufacturing personnel and Quality Control Inspectors
Develop familiarity with aircraft parts, assemblies, and manufacturing procedures
Maintain strong housekeeping and workplace safety practices
Support production teams with additional duties as assigned
Required Qualifications
High School Diploma or GED required
Strong mechanical aptitude
Ability to use hand and power tools
Ability to read, write, speak, and understand the English language
Ability to read a scale and perform basic shop math
Ability to read and comprehend basic documents and instructions
Basic computer and keyboarding skills
Strong attention to detail and ability to work in a team-oriented environment
Must be available to work any shift
Ability to lift and transport objects up to 40 pounds
Preferred Qualifications
Enrollment in a Technical Aviation program preferred
Previous hands-on mechanical or manufacturing experience
Interest in aerospace manufacturing or aircraft assembly
Ready to Get Started?
If you’re ready to launch a rewarding career in aerospace manufacturing and enjoy working with your hands in a dynamic production environment, we want to hear from you.
Apply today and begin your journey with PDS Tech Commercial — where the future of aerospace takes shape.
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
Military connected talent encouraged to apply
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- The California Fair Chance Act
- Los Angeles City Fair Chance Ordinance
- Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance for Employers
- San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance
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