Aircraft Engine Technician

Position Overview

Power Up Your Career – Aircraft Engine Technician. PDS Tech Commercial is looking for an experienced Aircraft Engine Technician to join our Wichita team. Salary: 34–45/hr. Location: Wichita, KS. Your expertise will ensure turbine engines, APUs, and related systems operate at peak performance—keeping aircraft safe, reliable, and ready for flight.

Key Responsibilities

• Inspect engines, APUs, and aircraft systems per approved maintenance manuals.
• Install, remove, modify, and repair turbine engines, APUs, and airframe components.
• Conduct operational checks, functional tests, and complete engine runs.
• Perform off-aircraft component repairs and support NDT processes.
• Operate and maintain ground support equipment and industrial vehicles.
• Maintain and track personal tools.
• Adhere to environmental, safety, and 5S standards.

Required Qualifications

• MUST HAVE FAA Powerplant License
• Proficiency with turbine engine maintenance and repair.
• Ability to read and follow technical manuals and regulatory procedures.
• Effective communication skills in English.
• Physical ability to safely operate equipment and perform hands-on maintenance.

Preferred Qualifications

• Off-aircraft engine/APU repair experience.
• Familiarity with aircraft engine run procedures.
• Basic PC skills for documentation.

Benefits & Perks

• Competitive pay based on skill and licensing.
• Hands-on work with industry-leading engines and systems.
• A professional, safety-focused work environment.
• Opportunities for ongoing skill development.
• Comprehensive benefits including medical, dental, vision, life insurance, short-term disability, additional voluntary benefits, EAP program, commuter benefits, and a 401K plan, along with eligibility for paid leave and holiday pay as required by law.