Autoclave Operations Trainee

Launch Your Aerospace Career as an Autoclave Operations Trainee

Location: Tulsa, OK

Schedule: Weekend Shift, 5am to 5:30pm

Pay Rate: $19.29 per hour

Join PDS Tech Commercial and help build the future of flight. 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.

• 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

• High School Diploma or GED required
• Strong mechanical aptitude
• Ability to use hand and power tools
• Ability to read, write, speak, and understand English
• 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

• Enrollment in a Technical Aviation program preferred
• Previous hands‑on mechanical or manufacturing experience
• Interest in aerospace manufacturing or aircraft assembly

$19.29 per hour

Benefit offerings include medical, dental, vision, life insurance, short‑term disability, additional voluntary benefits, EAP program, commuter benefits and a 401K plan. 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

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.

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:

• California Fair Chance Act
• Los Angeles City Fair Chance Ordinance
• Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance for Employers
• San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance