Electronic Design Engineer

PDS Tech, Inc.; Fort Worth (TX); On-site; USD 128,943,000 - 180,521,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical

Dental

Vision

401K plan

Paid leave

Job summary

PDS Tech Commercial is hiring an Electronic Design Engineer in Fort Worth, TX. You will design, test, and certify PCB modules for aircraft systems, focusing on analog and digital circuits and SPICE-based validation.

You will create PCB layouts with Altium Designer, analyze circuit performance, and support certification efforts across a regulated aerospace environment.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering and relevant experience.
• 2+ years of Electronics Engineering experience.
• Experience with analog and digital circuit design.

Responsibilities

• Assist in development, testing, and certification of PCB modules for aircraft systems.
• Design and analyze analog and digital circuits for aerospace applications.
• Model and simulate circuits using SPICE tools.
• Create and maintain PCB layouts using Altium Designer.

Skills

PCB design

Analog circuits

Digital circuits

SPICE simulations

C programming

FPGA design

Problem solving

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Electrical Engineering

Tools

Altium Designer

SPICE-based simulators

Job description

Electronic Design Engineer

Design the Electronics That Keep Aviation Moving Forward

PDS Tech Commercial is partnering with a leader in the aviation industry to hire an Electronic Design Engineer in Fort Worth, TX. If you're passionate about avionics, circuit design, embedded systems, and aerospace innovation, this is your opportunity to contribute to the development of next-generation aircraft electronics while working on projects that directly impact flight safety, performance, and reliability.

Location: Fort Worth, TX
Job Type: Full-Time Consultant (12-Month Assignment)
Schedule: Monday-Friday | First Shift | 6:00 AM - 3:30 PM
Pay Rate: $45.00 - $63.00 per hour

Engineer the Technology Behind Modern Flight

As an Electronic Design Engineer, you'll play a critical role in the development, testing, certification, and enhancement of electronic systems used in advanced aircraft. From designing printed circuit boards and programmable logic devices to validating system performance and supporting certification efforts, your work will help deliver innovative aerospace solutions that meet the highest standards of quality and safety.

This is an exciting opportunity for engineers who thrive on solving complex technical challenges and want to make a tangible impact in the aviation industry.

What You'll Do

As an Electronic Design Engineer, you will:

• Assist in the development, design, testing, and certification of new and modified printed circuit board (PCB) modules for aircraft systems
• Design and analyze analog and digital electronic circuits for aerospace applications
• Model and simulate electronic circuits using SPICE software tools
• Create and maintain PCB layouts utilizing Altium Designer software
• Troubleshoot and test avionics and electrical modules using a variety of electronic test equipment
• Develop, modify, and maintain programmable logic designs utilizing FPGAs and CPLDs
• Program and support embedded systems using the C programming language
• Prepare engineering certification reports and documentation to demonstrate regulatory compliance
• Develop functional test procedures and verification documentation for electronic assemblies
• Support product development activities from concept through testing and certification
• Collaborate with multidisciplinary engineering teams to resolve technical issues and improve product performance

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree in Electrical Engineering or a related engineering discipline with relevant experience
• Minimum of 2 years of experience in Electronics Engineering or a closely related field
• Proficiency in analog and digital circuit design
• Experience with electronic testing, troubleshooting, and analysis
• Knowledge of PCB design and layout methodologies
• Experience using SPICE-based simulation tools
• Proficiency with the C programming language
• Strong analytical, problem-solving, and documentation skills
• Ability to work effectively in a collaborative engineering environment

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience with FPGA design and development
• Knowledge of Verilog and/or VHDL programming languages
• Familiarity with embedded processor and control system design
• Experience using Altium Designer for PCB development
• Knowledge of aerospace and avionics standards, including:
  • DO-254
  • DO-160
  • MIL-STD-810
  • MIL-STD-704
  • MIL-STD-461
• Advanced degree in Electrical Engineering or a related technical field
• Experience supporting aerospace, aviation, defense, or other highly regulated industries

Why Join Us?

At PDS Tech Commercial, we connect talented engineers with opportunities that have a real-world impact. In this role, you'll have the chance to work alongside industry-leading aerospace professionals while helping develop sophisticated avionics and electronic systems that support the future of flight.

What You'll Gain

• Competitive pay ranging from $45.00 to $63.00 per hour
• Opportunity to work with a recognized leader in the aviation industry
• Exposure to advanced avionics and aircraft electronic systems
• Hands-on involvement in the full product lifecycle, from design through certification
• Collaborative environment focused on innovation and technical excellence
• Professional growth through challenging, high-impact engineering projects
• Experience working with cutting-edge technologies, tools, and industry standards
• A culture that values teamwork, continuous learning, and engineering innovation

Whether you're expanding your aerospace expertise or looking to apply your electronics design skills to meaningful aviation projects, this role offers an exciting path forward.

Ready to Design the Future of Aviation?

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: $45.00 to $63.00 per hour

• Medical
• Dental
• Vision
• Life insurance
• Short-term disability
• Additional voluntary benefits
• EAP program
• Commuter benefits
• 401K plan
• Paid leave including Paid Sick Leave or any other paid leave required by Federal, State, or local law
• Holiday pay

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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