Take Flight in Your Career: Become a Shipside Operations Specialist Supporting Cutting-Edge Aerospace Operations
Location: San Antonio, TX
Job Type: Full-Time 12-Month Consultant Assignment
Schedule: Monday–Friday 4th Variable Shift (supporting 1st, 2nd, and 3rd shifts)
Pay Rate: Starting at $33.43 per hour
Make an Impact Where It Matters MostPDS Tech Commercial is partnering with a leader in the aerospace industry to find a driven and detail-oriented Shipside Operations Specialist. In this dynamic role, you’ll serve as a critical link across multiple teams, helping resolve operational challenges, improve processes, and ensure smooth, efficient production support. Your work will directly influence operational success on the ground—and ultimately in the air.
What You’ll DoAs a Shipside Operations Specialist, you’ll be at the center of action, driving coordination and continuous improvement efforts. Key responsibilities include:
- Leveraging technical knowledge and process flow understanding to resolve operational issues efficiently
- Coordinating with cross-functional teams to ensure timely resolution of emergent challenges
- Conducting assessments of processes and practices against established standards
- Analyzing and interpreting operational data to identify trends and improvement opportunities
- Providing feedback on assessment results and supporting implementation of solutions
- Identifying recurring and high-impact issues and assisting in root cause analysis
- Supporting development and execution of corrective action plans
- Tracking and facilitating progress on open operational items
- Providing guidance and mentorship to less experienced team members
What You BringRequired Qualifications:
- 1+ year of experience in aerospace, fabrication, or manufacturing environments
- 1+ year of experience in operations analysis or operations research
- 1+ year of experience with root cause analysis and corrective action processes
- Strong analytical, communication, and problem-solving skills
- High School Diploma or GED
- Reliable attendance and commitment to supporting variable shifts
- 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.
Preferred Qualifications:
- 3+ years of experience using Microsoft Office tools (SharePoint, Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Microsoft Project)
- 3+ years of experience in the airline or aerospace industry
- Experience working directly with customers or stakeholders
Why Join UsAt PDS Tech Commercial, you’re not just taking a job—you’re stepping into a career that moves industries forward. When you join our team, you’ll benefit from:
- Competitive pay with opportunities to grow your experience
- Exposure to a leading aerospace organization and advanced operational environments
- A collaborative, team-oriented culture focused on innovation and continuous improvement
- The chance to build valuable technical and leadership skills
- A role where your insights and contributions truly make a difference
Ready to Elevate Your Career?If you’re a proactive problem-solver with a passion for operational excellence, we want to hear from you. Take the next step and apply today to join a team that keeps aerospace operations running at peak performance.
Apply now and help shape the future of aerospace operations.
Pay Details: $33.43 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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