Cabin Design Engineer Sr

PDS Defense, Inc.; Mobile (AL); On-site; USD 110,000 - 140,000; Full time

Job summary

PDS Defense, Inc. in Mobile, AL seeks a Cabin Design Engineer Sr to lead the development and integration of aircraft cabin interiors. You will design, analyze, and certify interior components from concept to installation, while mentoring junior designers and coordinating with program teams.

Requires a BS in Engineering, 9+ years in cabin design, and 2+ years of project management; U.S. work status. Strong communication skills required.

Qualifications

• BS in Engineering required.
• 9+ years in cabin design with related systems.
• 2+ years of Project Management experience.
• Strong communication and leadership abilities.

Responsibilities

• Autonomously develop moderate to complex cabin/interior design solutions.
• Lead design teams and mentor junior designers.
• Create and modify engineering documents and specifications.
• Coordinate with internal departments to optimize designs and schedules.
• Support customers with design integration and certification activities.

Skills

Cabin design

Project management

Leadership

English communication

3D modeling CATIA

Python/C/C++

Documentation

Education

Bachelor of Science in Engineering

Tools

CATIA

MS Excel

Google Suite

CAD tools

Job description

Engineering

Cabin Design Engineer Sr Mobile, AL Posted: 9/28/2026

Job ID#:

226505

Job Category:

Engineering

Position Type:

Associate - W2

Shift:

1

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

Job Description

This position supports the development and customization of aircraft cabin and cargo interiors / payloads for airline customers. Duties includes 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.

Your challenges:

Autonomously perform moderate to complex levels of design solution development. Team assignments may include detail 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.

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

Demonstrates a high level of listening and oral skills by leading discussions on issues, solutions, ideas, and status of work.

Collaborate with appropriate departments to develop optimum design solutions independently.

Mentor and provide leadership to less experienced designer/design engineers.

Leads in the preparation of complex business and technical material and presentation packages.

Identify and support local improvement initiatives to increase team efficiency through process, methods and tools improvements.

Your boarding pass:

Bachelor of Science (BS) Degree in Engineering (Aero, Civil, Mechanical, Electrical)

Minimum nine (9) years total experience in design with cabin and cargo and/or system installation projects.

Minimum two (2) years of Project Management Experience.

Position requires in-depth knowledge of technical principles of design, theories, and concepts. Applied knowledge of design documentation, techniques and procedures.

Capable of working in a dynamic, fast-paced environment both independently and collectively.

Dependable, self-motivated and accessible.

Able to read and interpret engineering drawings, technical procedures and bill of material systems to develop project plans.

Demonstrates a refined approach to communication that resolves problems, facilitates consensus, and focuses on objectives.

Knowledge of Regulatory Requirements pertaining to aircraft design, certification and maintenance.

Able to lead small teams technically to achieve agreed milestones.

Able to effectively prepare and deliver detailed, complex presentations inside and outside the organization.

Strong computer background, including MS Excel and Google Suite application experience (Docs, Sheets, Slides, Gmail)

3D Modeling Experience (CATIA or 3D experience preferred)

Must be able to communicate effectively in English (verbal and written)

Interpersonal skills necessary to effectively interface with all levels of personnel and disciplines.

Demonstrates a high level of listening and oral skills by leading discussions on issues, solutions, ideas and status of work.

Preferred

Master's Degree in an Engineering discipline.

Experience working with Airlines and/or MRO.

Software coding in C, C++, Python, or other programming languages.

Working knowledge of Structures.

Conversational French and/or German.

Benefits offered to vary by the contract. Depending on your temporary assignment, benefits may include direct deposit, free career counseling services, 401(k), select paid holidays, short-term disability insurance, skills training, employee referral bonus, affordable medical coverage plan, and DailyPay (in some locations).

Job Requirements

Minimum Security Clearance:

No Clearance

Military connected talent encouraged to apply.

VEVRAA Federal Contractor / Request Priority Protected Veteran Referrals / Equal Opportunity Employer / Veterans / Disabled

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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

VEVRAA Federal Contractor / Request Priority Protected Veteran Referrals / Equal Opportunity Employer / Veterans / Disabled