Cabin Design Engineer

PDS Defense, Inc.; Mobile (AL); On-site; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Direct deposit

401(k)

Paid holidays

Short-term disability insurance

Skills training

Employee referral bonus

Affordable medical coverage

Job summary

PDS Defense, Inc. in Mobile, AL is seeking a Cabin Design Engineer to support the development, customization, and integration of aircraft cabin interiors for airline customers. The role involves design, analysis, and collaboration across departments to deliver final installations.

The candidate should have 6+ years in cabin/cargo equipment design, strong communication, and the ability to work in a fast-paced aerospace environment. U.S. work authorization is required.

Qualifications

• Minimum BS degree in engineering or related field.
• 6+ years of experience in cabin and cargo equipment design or system installation.

Responsibilities

• Autonomously perform routine to moderate design solution development.
• Detail part design and layout maturation as part of team assignments.
• Prepare and modify technical documents with high quality and efficiency.
• Collaborate with Airbus departments to develop optimum cabin solutions.
• Create and deliver technical documents and presentations with limited direction.

Skills

Communication skills

Negotiation skills

Fast-paced environment

Team collaboration

Education

BS degree in engineering

Job description

Engineering

Cabin Design Engineer

Mobile, AL Posted: 5/12/2026

Job Description

Job ID#:

217752

Job Category:

Engineering

Position Type:

Associate - W2

PDS Defense, Inc. is seeking a Cabin Design Engineer, in Mobile, AL.

Job Description

Supports the development and customization of aircraft cabin and cargo interiors for airline customers. Duties include performing engineering design, analysis and integration of aircraft interior components from initial conceptual phase to final product installation, and providing engineering support to airline customers in the operation of the aircraft.

The Engineering Center in Mobile, Alabama houses hundreds of engineers who assist in the design and development of commercial aircraft cabins, including aftermarket upgrades, reconfigurations and services.

Duties

Autonomously perform routine to moderate levels of design solution development.

Team assignments may include detailed part design, layout maturation, trade study analysis, certification activity, or in-service support.

Create or modify technical documents within various computer based applications with high quality and efficiency.

Collaborate with appropriate Airbus departments to develop optimum solutions. Perform functional and technical tasks with general direction.

Create and deliver technical documents and presentations with limited direction.

Accept broad objectives with agreed deadlines, but establish the tasks required and how they should be completed.

Capable of working independently.

Required

Minimum BS degree in engineering or related field:

6+ years of experience within the design of cabin and cargo equipment and/or system installation projects.

Excellent communication and negotiation skills.

Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced and dynamic environment.

Ability to understand and mentor principles within assigned discipline.

Ability to interpret an extensive variety of technical aircraft topics.

Ability to inter-relate with and motivate diverse teams.

Authorized to work in the US.

Benefits offered to vary by the contract.

• direct deposit
• free career counseling services
• 401(k)
• select paid holidays
• short-term disability insurance
• skills training
• employee referral bonus
• affordable medical coverage plan
• DailyPay (in some locations)

For a full description of benefits available to you,

Job Requirements

Minimum Security Clearance:

No Clearance

Military connected talent encouraged to apply.

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