Fuel the Future of Flight with Precision and Planning
Now Hiring: Manufacturing Planner
Location: Oklahoma City, OK Schedule: 1st shift 8am to 5pm Payrate: $40-50/hr.
Play a Key Role in Modernizing a Legendary Aircraft
PDS Tech Commercial is excited to partner with a leading customer in the aviation industry. We’re seeking an experienced Manufacturing Planner to join the team and contribute to the modernization of one of aviation’s most iconic aircraft. In this role, your planning and process expertise will directly influence production efficiency, quality, and performance on a high-visibility program.
What You’ll Do
As a Manufacturing Planner, you’ll collaborate with cross-functional teams to develop and maintain build and installation plans. Your work ensures accurate, timely, and effective instructions that drive manufacturing success.
Your day-to-day responsibilities will include:
Developing, revising, and reviewing build and installation plans for the B-52J program.
Creating and maintaining detailed work instructions and production documents.
Analyzing engineering drawings and source data to determine manufacturing impact.
Ensuring all documentation complies with industry, customer, and company standards.
Leading data analysis and identifying areas for improvement.
Collaborating with project teams, subject matter experts, and engineering groups.
Guiding and mentoring team members during execution.
Supporting producibility reviews and troubleshooting technical issues.
Maintaining data in web-based tools and systems like CMPRO, MANTIS, and ADO.
Participating in quality assurance efforts under AS9100D standards.
What You Bring to the Table
Basic Qualifications:
1+ year of experience in aircraft wiring, structures, or systems installation and planning.
Must be eligible to obtain a Security Clearance.
Preferred Qualifications:
3+ years of experience in aircraft modifications.
Experience creating installation work instructions and supporting producibility reviews.
Proficiency in troubleshooting complex planning or production issues.
Familiarity with tools such as GOLDesp, CATIA V5, IVT, MANTIS, ADO, CMPRO.
Strong working knowledge of Microsoft Office (Word, PowerPoint, Outlook, Excel).
Education & Experience:
Associate degree + 3 years of experience, OR
Bachelor’s degree + 1 year of experience, OR
5+ years of related work experience with a high school diploma/technical degree.
Ready to Build What’s Next?
If youre passionate about aircraft systems, manufacturing excellence, and supporting mission-critical programs, this is your chance.
Apply today to join our team and make your span on a legacy aircraft reimagined for the future.
This position requires use of information or access to facilities subject to the International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR) and/or Export Administration Regulations (EAR). These regulations may limit access of controlled technologies: 1) to U.S. Persons, including U.S. Citizens, lawful permanent residents, and other narrow categories including refugees and asylees, or 2) to certain foreign nationals that have received an export license.
Pay Details: $40.00 to $50.00 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
