Electrical Installation Engineer

PDS Tech Commercial; Fort Worth (TX); On-site; USD 103,000 - 138,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

401K plan

Paid leave

Life insurance

Short-term disability

Job summary

PDS Tech Commercial is seeking an Electrical Installation Engineer in Fort Worth, TX to design, develop, and integrate aircraft electrical systems for advanced military aviation programs. You'll work in a collaborative engineering environment, developing wire harness routing designs and installation drawings that meet stringent aerospace requirements.

This 12-month full-time consultant role offers a first shift schedule and competitive pay ($75–$100/hr).

Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree in Engineering or related technical discipline.
• Experience with electrical installation design.
• Proficiency with CATIA V5/V6 for system installation design.
• Strong MS Office skills.

Responsibilities

• Develop wire harness and cable routing designs using CATIA V6.
• Create installation drawings for electrical systems and equipment.
• Design detail parts and installation solutions for military aircraft.
• Develop wiring diagrams and system architecture documentation.
• Support manufacturing during wire harness fabrication.
• Troubleshoot installation issues and support continuous improvement.

Skills

Engineering degree

Electrical installation design

CATIA V5/V6

MS Office

Communication skills

Cross-functional collaboration

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Engineering

Tools

CATIA V5

CATIA V6

ENOVIA

Job description

Power the Next Generation of Military Aircraft as an Electrical Installation Engineer

Design the wiring systems behind mission-critical aerospace innovation. PDS Tech Commercial is partnering with a leading aviation and aerospace organization to hire an experienced Electrical Installation Engineer in Fort Worth, TX. If you're passionate about aircraft systems, electrical design, and engineering excellence, this is your opportunity to contribute to cutting-edge military aircraft programs that shape the future of flight.

Position Details

Job Title: Electrical Installation Engineer

Employment Type: Full-Time Consultant (12-Month Assignment)

Location: Fort Worth, TX 76119

Schedule: Monday-Friday | First Shift (6:00 AM - 3:30 PM)

Pay Rate: $75.00 - $100.00 per hour

About the Role

As an Electrical Installation Engineer, you will play a vital role in the design, development, and integration of aircraft electrical systems for advanced military aviation programs. Working within a collaborative engineering environment, you'll be responsible for developing wire harness routing designs, creating installation drawings, supporting manufacturing efforts, and ensuring electrical systems meet stringent aerospace requirements.

This is an exciting opportunity for an engineer who enjoys solving complex design challenges, collaborating across disciplines, and seeing their work directly contribute to aircraft development and production.

What You'll Do

Electrical Design & Installation Development

• Develop wire harness and cable routing designs using the CATIA V6 design environment.


• Create engineering installation drawings for electrical systems and electronic equipment installations.


• Design detail parts and installation solutions for military aircraft applications.


• Support the development of wiring diagrams, system architecture documentation, equipment lists, parts lists, and component data sheets.

Engineering Documentation & Configuration Management

• Create ENOVIA objects and manage engineering data within the product lifecycle environment.


• Generate release routes and support the release of engineering drawing packages.


• Ensure design documentation meets engineering standards and program requirements.

Cross-Functional Collaboration

• Partner with Wire Data Design, Airframe Engineering, Fluid Systems, Manufacturing, and other engineering disciplines to support product development.


• Participate in design reviews and engineering discussions to drive successful project outcomes.


• Coordinate with stakeholders to resolve design issues and optimize installation solutions.

Manufacturing & Production Support

• Provide hands-on engineering support to manufacturing teams during wire harness fabrication.


• Assist with aircraft harness and cable installation activities.


• Troubleshoot installation challenges and support continuous improvement efforts throughout the production process.

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree in Engineering or a related technical discipline.


• Relevant engineering experience with demonstrated proficiency in electrical installation design.


• Experience using CATIA V5 and/or CATIA V6 for system installation design.


• Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite, including:


• Microsoft Word


• Microsoft Excel


• Microsoft PowerPoint


• Strong written, verbal, and interpersonal communication skills.


• Ability to collaborate effectively across multiple engineering disciplines and functional teams.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience with CATIA V6 in an aerospace or aviation environment.


• Familiarity with MIL-W-5088 / SAE-AS50881 and associated aerospace wiring specifications.


• Knowledge of wire harness construction methods and troubleshooting techniques.


• Experience supporting aircraft electrical installations and manufacturing processes.


• Understanding of engineering release processes and configuration management within ENOVIA.


• Ability to obtain and maintain a Secret Security Clearance.

Why Join Us?

At PDS Tech Commercial, we connect exceptional talent with industry-leading organizations that are redefining what's possible in aviation and aerospace. When you join this team, you'll have the opportunity to contribute to innovative aircraft programs while working alongside some of the industry's most talented engineers.

What Makes This Opportunity Exceptional?

• Competitive pay of $75.00 to $100.00 per hour.


• Work on advanced military aircraft and next-generation aviation technologies.


• Gain valuable experience with industry-leading engineering tools, including CATIA and ENOVIA.


• Collaborate with highly skilled aerospace professionals in a dynamic, innovative environment.


• Expand your technical expertise through challenging, high-impact projects.


• Enjoy a stable first-shift schedule that supports work-life balance.


• Be part of a culture that values teamwork, innovation, continuous learning, and engineering excellence.

Pay Details:

$75.00 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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