Design Engineer

PDS Tech, Inc.; Monroe (WA); On-site; USD 146,000 - 208,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Healthcare benefits

401K plan

Paid leave

Job summary

PDS Tech Commercial is seeking a Design Engineer – AeroMotion in Monroe, WA to develop aerospace actuation systems from design through testing and certification. You will work across Engineering, Manufacturing, Supply Chain, and supplier teams to deliver flight-ready solutions.

The role requires strong CAD skills (CATIA/SolidWorks), leadership, and collaboration across disciplines. You will contribute to hydraulics and electro-mechanical subsystems within a dynamic aviation program.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in a related engineering field (ME/EE/AE).
• Strong CAD proficiency in CATIA or SolidWorks.
• Demonstrated technical leadership and teamwork.
• Ability to collaborate across engineering disciplines.

Responsibilities

• Develop and execute complex engineering design assignments for aerospace actuation systems.
• Support both new product development and sustaining engineering designs.
• Complete design, testing, and certification tasks for new products and modifications.
• Create design concepts and improvements using CAD platforms with emphasis on modeling/drafting.
• Coordinate with engineering and manufacturing to meet project objectives.

Skills

CATIA

SolidWorks

Leadership

Team collaboration

Cross-disciplinary

Education

Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering

Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering

Bachelor's degree in Aerospace Engineering

Tools

CATIA V5/V6

SolidWorks

KissSoft

LabVIEW

MATLAB Simulink

Mathcad

Job description

Design the Motion Behind the Future of Flight | Design Engineer – AeroMotion

Location: Monroe, WA 98272
Schedule: Monday–Friday | First Shift
Job Type: Full-Time, 6-Month Contract
Pay Rate: $70.00–$100.00 per hour

Turn Complex Engineering Challenges into Solutions That Move Aviation Forward

PDS Tech Commercial is partnering with a leader in the aviation industry to find an experienced Design Engineer – AeroMotion for an exciting opportunity in Monroe, Washington.

In this highly technical role, you'll help develop and advance sophisticated aerospace actuation systems, supporting everything from initial design and analysis through testing, certification, production, and sustaining engineering. You'll work with hydraulic and electro-mechanical components while collaborating across Engineering, Manufacturing, Supply Chain, Product Support, and supplier teams.

If you're an innovative engineer who thrives on solving complex mechanical challenges and turning concepts into flight-ready solutions, we want to hear from you.

What You’ll Do

As a Design Engineer – AeroMotion, your day-to-day responsibilities will include:

• Develop, plan, organize, and execute complex engineering design assignments involving aerospace actuation systems.
• Support both new product development and sustaining engineering designs.
• Complete development, design, testing, and certification assignments for new products and design modifications.
• Develop creative and technically sound engineering alternatives to achieve project objectives.
• Create new designs and incorporate design improvements using CATIA V5/V6, SolidWorks, or similar CAD platforms, with an emphasis on modeling and drafting.
• Coordinate with Engineering and other technical groups to develop, implement, monitor, and report on project assignments.
• Collaborate with Manufacturing and other engineering personnel to resolve technical and production challenges.
• Work directly with suppliers to troubleshoot issues and drive timely, efficient solutions.
• Coordinate work performed by Engineering support groups, Experimental, Manufacturing, and Supply Chain Management.
• Partner with Product Support Engineering and production teams to resolve engineering issues that may impede manufacturing.
• Support the successful incorporation of new design concepts and engineering changes.
• Contribute to the testing and evaluation of hydraulic and electro-mechanical system components.

Required Qualifications

We're looking for candidates who bring a strong combination of technical expertise, collaboration, and engineering leadership.

Education

• Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Aerospace Engineering, or another related engineering field.

Required Skills & Experience

• Strong familiarity with CATIA, SolidWorks, or similar CAD software.
• Demonstrated technical and organizational leadership.
• Strong ability to collaborate effectively as a team player with both internal and external stakeholders.
• Ability to work across engineering disciplines to solve complex technical challenges.

Preferred Qualifications

Experience or knowledge in one or more of the following areas will help you stand out:

Actuation & Mechanical Systems

• Hydraulic actuators, including internal locking and non-locking designs
• Hydraulic valves, reservoirs, accumulators, and pumps
• Hydraulic power packs
• Linear and rotary electro-mechanical actuators
• Ball screws, roller screws, and ACME screws
• Gears, splines, and planetary gear sets
• Electronic enclosures
• Motors and control systems

Aerospace Design, Testing & Manufacturing

• Manufacturing processes associated with actuation and mechanical components
• Materials and processes used in aerospace products
• Finishes and tolerances associated with precision components
• MMPDS material properties and S-N curves
• Regulatory requirements for component qualification and certification
• Vibration modes and vibration testing
• Thermal considerations affecting components and systems
• Testing methods used to qualify aerospace products

Additional Technical Skills

• Familiarity with KissSoft, LabVIEW, MATLAB Simulink, and/or Mathcad
• Strong technical presentation and communication skills

Why Join Us?

This is more than an opportunity to create drawings and models. It's a chance to work on sophisticated systems where precision, reliability, and engineering innovation directly support the future of aviation.

Through PDS Tech Commercial, you’ll have the opportunity to:

• Work alongside talented professionals supporting a recognized leader in the aviation industry.
• Apply your expertise to challenging hydraulic and electro-mechanical actuation technologies.
• Participate throughout the engineering lifecycle, from initial design through testing, certification, manufacturing, and production support.
• Collaborate across multiple engineering and manufacturing disciplines.
• Expand your experience with advanced aerospace technologies and complex mechanical systems.
• Earn a highly competitive $70.00–$100.00 per hour, based on experience and qualifications.
• Build valuable experience on a high-impact aerospace engineering program.

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

Pay Details: $70.00 to $100.00 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

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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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