Project Engineer

PDS Tech Commercial • Tempe, AZ • 7h ago

Drive Innovation in Advanced Aerospace Actuation Systems as a Project engineer!

PDS Tech Commercial is seeking a motivated Project Engineer to support the development, testing, qualification, and delivery of advanced electro-mechanical actuation systems used in defense and next-generation more-electric aircraft applications.

This role combines hands-on engineering with project coordination responsibilities, making it an excellent opportunity for engineers who enjoy technical problem-solving, product development, testing, and cross-functional project execution.

If you have experience in aerospace, defense, manufacturing, mechanical engineering, or electronics development, this is your chance to contribute to cutting-edge technologies that power the future of flight.

What You'll Do

Project Execution & Coordination

Support project schedules, milestones, deliverables, and execution plans.

Coordinate development activities across multidisciplinary engineering teams.

Assist with project tracking, metrics reporting, and program status updates.

Support risk identification, mitigation planning, and program execution activities.

Engineering Development & Testing

Participate in the development and qualification of electro-mechanical actuation systems.

Support product validation through build, integration, and testing activities.

Develop and maintain:

Test plans

Test procedures

Technical reports

Engineering documentation

Analyze test results and provide recommendations for improvements.

Problem Solving & Root Cause Analysis

Investigate technical issues and support corrective action implementation.

Perform root cause analysis on product, manufacturing, or test-related challenges.

Collaborate with engineering teams to resolve complex technical problems.

Customer & Stakeholder Support

Interface with customers, suppliers, and internal stakeholders.

Communicate project status, technical findings, and recommendations.

Support technical reviews and project meetings.

Preferred Qualifications

Bachelor's Degree in:

Mechanical Engineering

Electrical Engineering

Aerospace Engineering

Related Engineering Discipline

3+ years of engineering experience

Experience supporting:

Product development

Testing

Qualification programs

Validation & verification efforts

Mechanical design and/or electronics design experience.

Experience with root cause and corrective action methodologies.

Familiarity with:

Microsoft Project

Integrated Master Schedules (IMS)

Project coordination tools and processes

Strong communication and collaboration skills.

Bonus Qualifications

Aerospace industry experience

Defense industry experience

Electromechanical systems experience

Manufacturing engineering experience

Earned Value Management Systems (EVMS) knowledge

Experience working on highly regulated engineering programs

What Makes You a Great Fit

Product development and testing experience

Strong technical problem-solving skills

Root cause and corrective action expertise

Mechanical and/or electrical engineering background

Project coordination and scheduling experience

Ability to work across engineering disciplines

Strong communication and stakeholder management skills

Passion for aerospace innovation and technology

Why Join Us?

$55.00/hr pay rate

Opportunity to work on advanced aerospace and defense technologies

Exposure to cutting-edge electromechanical systems

Combination of technical engineering and project leadership responsibilities

Collaborative environment with experienced engineering teams

Strong professional growth and career development opportunities

Direct impact on next-generation aircraft systems

Apply Today!

If you have experience in mechanical engineering, electrical engineering, aerospace systems, product development, testing, qualification, root cause analysis, or project engineering , we'd love to hear from you.

Join PDS Tech Commercial as a Project Engineer and help develop the advanced actuation technologies that are shaping the future of aerospace.

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: $55.00 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

Military connected talent encouraged to apply

To read our Candidate Privacy Information Statement, which explains how we will use your information, please navigate to https://www.pdstech.com/candidate-privacy

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

Massachusetts Candidates Only: 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.

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