Aircraft Systems Integration Engineer

PDS Tech Commercial; Oklahoma City (OK); On-site; USD 83,000 - 109,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Life insurance

Short-term disability

401K plan

Commuter benefits

Paid leave

Job summary

PDS Tech Commercial is seeking an Aircraft Systems Integration Engineer to join a major modernization program in Oklahoma City. You will help integrate next‑generation engine technology into an established platform, serving as a key member of the Aircraft Integration Office and aligning engineering teams across disciplines.

You will apply systems engineering principles, define performance objectives, manage technical requirements, and drive cross-functional collaboration to ensure program

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering or related field with 5+ years of engineering experience, or a Master's with 3+ years, or a PhD with relevant experience.
• Strong understanding of systems engineering processes and methodologies.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills; able to collaborate with technical and non-technical stakeholders.

Responsibilities

• Apply systems engineering principles throughout the product lifecycle.
• Analyze requirements to define system performance objectives.
• Coordinate activities across multiple engineering disciplines.
• Develop plans for addressing complex technical issues and integration challenges.
• Support requirements management, risk management, and technology readiness assessments.
• Evaluate architectures and recommend improvements to optimize performance.
• Ensure interfaces and integration remain aligned across the program lifecycle.

Skills

Systems engineering

Communication skills

Cross-functional collaboration

Planning & coordination

Issue resolution

Education

Bachelor's degree in Engineering or related technical discipline

Master's degree with 3+ years

PhD with relevant engineering experience

Job description

Drive the Future of Aviation as a Systems Engineer

Position: Aircraft Systems Integration Engineer

Location: Oklahoma City, OK

Employment Type: Full-Time Consultant (12 Months)

Schedule: Monday–Friday, 7:00 AM – 4:30 PM (9/80 Schedule)

Pay Rate: $60.00 - $79.00/HR

PDS Tech Commercial is partnering with a leader in the aviation industry to hire a talented Aircraft Systems Integration Engineer who is ready to solve complex technical challenges and help shape the future of aerospace innovation.

This is an exceptional opportunity to support a major aircraft modernization program, integrating advanced engine technology into a legacy aircraft platform. If you're a systems-thinking problem solver who excels at organizing complex issues, developing technical solutions, and collaborating across disciplines, we want to hear from you.

About the Role

As an Aircraft Systems Integration Engineer, you will be part of a team supporting a critical aircraft modernization initiative involving the integration of next-generation engine technology into an established aircraft platform. Acting as a key member of the Aircraft Integration Office (AIO), you'll help identify challenges, coordinate solutions, and drive technical alignment across engineering teams.

You’ll serve as a cross-functional problem solver, helping ensure technical requirements, system interfaces, and integration efforts remain aligned throughout the program lifecycle.

What You'll Do

• Apply systems engineering principles throughout the product lifecycle

• Analyze operational and customer requirements to define system performance objectives

• Coordinate technical activities across multiple engineering disciplines

• Develop plans to address complex technical issues and integration challenges

• Support requirements management, risk management, and technology readiness assessments

• Evaluate system architectures and recommend improvements to optimize performance

• Ensure compatibility between physical, functional, and program interfaces

• Incorporate considerations for:

• Reliability

• Maintainability

• Testability

• Safety

• System security

• Human systems integration

• Regulatory compliance

• Resolve cross-functional technical issues and facilitate communication between stakeholders

• Provide structure and organization to engineering challenges while supporting program execution

• Collaborate closely with engineering leadership to identify risks and develop corrective actions

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering or a related technical discipline and 5+ years of engineering experience

• OR Master's degree with 3+ years of engineering experience

• OR PhD with relevant engineering experience

• Strong understanding of systems engineering processes and methodologies

• General knowledge of aircraft systems and subsystem integration

• Experience organizing technical issues and driving resolution plans

• Strong planning and project coordination skills

• Excellent written and verbal communication skills

• Ability to collaborate effectively with technical and non-technical stakeholders

• 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.

Why Join Us?

At PDS Tech Commercial, we connect talented professionals with opportunities that make a meaningful impact. This role offers the chance to contribute to a high-visibility aviation program that combines cutting‑edge technology with complex engineering challenges.

What You'll Gain

• Opportunity to support a major aircraft modernization initiative

• Work alongside experienced aerospace and systems engineering professionals

• Exposure to complex integration and lifecycle engineering activities

• Challenging technical work that directly impacts mission success

• Valuable experience on a high-profile aviation program

Ready to Help Solve Aviation's Toughest Challenges?

Pay Details: $60.00 to $79.00 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 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.