Integration and Test Engineer

PDS Defense; Orlando (FL); On-site; USD 120,000 - 160,000; Full time

Job summary

PDS Defense, Inc. is seeking an Integration and Test Engineer in Orlando, Florida to lead the integration and testing of subsystems and systems for defense programs.

You will develop test programs, define specs, and coordinate with hardware, software and systems engineering teams to deliver validated solutions. The role requires at least 10 years in a similar role, experience with PAWS ATLAS or NI TestStand and LabWindows CVI, and the ability to guide test program development for RF, EW, and

Qualifications

• Minimum 10 years in a similar role.
• Experience coordinating hardware, software and systems testing.
• Ability to develop test programs for complex subsystems.
• Knowledge of RF, analog/digital, EW, and communications systems is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Lead a team of TPS developers.
• Coordinate testing activities with hardware, software and systems engineering teams.
• Develop and execute test programs for RF, analog/digital, EW and communications systems.
• Prepare comprehensive evaluation reports of test results and verifications.

Skills

Team leadership

Systems integration

Test program development

Tools

PAWS ATLAS

NI TestStand

LabWindows CVI

Job description

Engineering

Integration and Test Engineer Orlando, FL Posted: 10/29/2026

Job ID#:

226970

Job Category:

Engineering

Position Type:

Associate - W2

Duration:

37

Shift:

1

Positions Available:

2

PDS Defense, Inc. is seeking an Integration and Test Engineer, in Orlando, FL. Job ID#226970

Job Description

Plans, implements, tests, documents, and maintains solutions for the integration and testing of subsystems and/or systems. Synthesizes customer contractual needs and requirements into system test solutions that acknowledge technical, schedule and cost constraints. Establishes functional and technical specifications and standards, solves hardware/software interface problems, defines input/output parameters, and ensures integration of the entire system or subsystem. Reviews, evaluates and derives requirements for testability, develops test programs and procedures for complete systems and/or subsystems. Coordinates subsystem and/or system testing activities with programs and other organizations. Performs analysis of test results and prepares comprehensive subsystem and/or system level evaluation reports which verify and validate system performance. Writes discrepancy reports and performs integration regression testing to verify/validate incorporated fixes to software, components, subsystems and systems.

Must have minimum 10 years in similar role

Candidate will be responsible for developing test programs to run on the STAR, -CORE, and eCASS systems. Variety in work assignments is what you can expect from this position as we support RF, analog, digital, Electronic Warfare, Electro-Optics, and a variety of communication technologies. Team members work collectively as well as individually to develop software and hardware designs to support customer missions.

Day to day work involves leading a team of Test Program Set (TPS) developers and collaborating with Hardware, Software, and Systems Engineering to coordinate efforts required to produce a tailored work product for our customers. The successful candidate will have project and technical leadership experience, proven hardware/software integration skills, a working knowledge of standard electronics lab equipment, and good communication skills. Candidates must be able to lead development of test programs written in either PAWS ATLAS or NI TestStand and LabWindows CVI.

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.

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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