Electrical Installation Engineer

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

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, vision benefits

Life insurance

401K plan

Paid leave and holidays

Job summary

PDS Tech Commercial is seeking an experienced Electrical Installation Engineer in Fort Worth, TX, to design and integrate aircraft electrical systems for advanced military programs. Work includes wire harness routing, installation drawings, and cross-functional collaboration to meet aerospace standards.

The role emphasizes CATIA-based design and close coordination with manufacturing and engineering teams, with a competitive hourly pay rate and a 12-month assignment.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in engineering or related technical field.
• Experience with electrical installation design in aerospace.
• Proficiency with CATIA V5 and/or CATIA V6 for system installation design.
• MS Office literacy (Word, Excel, PowerPoint).
• Strong written and verbal communication and teamwork.

Responsibilities

• Develop wire harness and cable routing designs using CATIA V6.
• Create engineering installation drawings for electrical systems and equipment installations.
• Design detail parts and installation solutions for military aircraft applications.
• Support wiring diagrams, system architecture documentation, parts lists, and data sheets.

Skills

Wire harness routing

Electrical design understanding

Strong communication

Cross-functional collaboration

Problem solving

Documentation

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Engineering

Tools

CATIA V5

CATIA V6

ENOVIA

Microsoft Office

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.

Ready to Take Your Aerospace Engineering Career Higher?

If you're an experienced Electrical Installation Engineer eager to make an impact on groundbreaking aviation programs, we want to hear from you.

Apply today with PDS Tech Commercial and help design the systems that keep the future of military aviation connected, powered, and mission‑ready.

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: $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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• Los Angeles City Fair Chance Ordinance
• Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance for Employers
• San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance

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