Integration & Test 2

PDS Defense, Inc.; Winston-Salem (NC); On-site; USD 52,000 - 78,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) plan

Direct deposit

Career counseling services

Short-term disability insurance

Skills training

DailyPay

Job summary

PDS Defense, Inc. is seeking an Integration & Test 2 professional in Winston-Salem, NC to lead and support engineering tests for aircraft seats and related furniture.

You will collaborate with engineers, use hand tools, and apply basic design concepts to ensure safety and performance in test articles. The role emphasizes documentation, data management, and clear communication within a fast-paced, regulated environment.

Qualifications

• Typically requires HS Diploma or AA/AS degree (or other 2-year post high school training) with a minimum of 4 years of relevant experience
• Must be authorized to work in the U.S. without sponsorship now or in the future. Collins Aerospace will not offer sponsorship for this position.

Responsibilities

• Collaborate closely with engineers to build, test, and refine commercial aircraft seats and furniture, ensuring each component meets rigorous standards for safety and performance.
• Provide expert technical support to engineers across a wide range of tasks, contributing to the successful completion of structural testing projects.
• Engage in detailed discussions with engineers to understand and evaluate the nuances of test article builds, test procedures, and results, providing insightful feedback and recommendations.
• Utilize proficiency in hand tools to support various technical and assembly tasks, ensuring precision and quality in all work performed.
• Apply knowledge of basic mechanical and manufacturing concepts to assist in the design, testing, and troubleshooting of aircraft seats and furniture.
• Demonstrate strong written and oral communication skills to effectively collaborate in a team environment and convey technical information clearly.
• Leverage basic computer proficiency to document test results, prepare reports, and maintain accurate records.
• Employ working knowledge of Microsoft Word and Excel to manage data, create technical documents, and support project management tasks.
• Interpret engineering drawings with a high degree of accuracy to guide assembly and testing processes.

Skills

Hand tools

Documentation

MS Word

MS Excel

Test & assembly

Engineering support

Communication

Education

HS Diploma or AA/AS degree

Tools

2D/3D modeling software

Machining equipment

Job description

Engineering

Integration & Test 2 WINSTON-SALEM, NC Posted: 9/9/2026

Job Description

Job ID#:

225421

Job Category:

Engineering

Position Type:

Associate - W2

Shift:

1

PDS Defense, Inc. is seeking a Integration & Test 2, in Winston Salem, NC.

Job Description:

Join our team at the Interiors Engineering Development Lab (EDL) as an Engineering Services Senior Technician, where you'll take the lead on a variety of technical tasks with minimal supervision. In this role, you'll play a key part in the planning and execution of engineering projects, bringing your expertise to bear on complex challenges. You'll serve as a valuable resource, collaborating on diverse tasks that drive innovation and excellence within our engineering initiatives.

What You Will Do:

• Collaborate closely with engineers to build, test, and refine commercial aircraft seats and furniture, ensuring each component meets rigorous standards for safety and performance.
• Provide expert technical support to engineers across a wide range of tasks, contributing to the successful completion of structural testing projects.
• Engage in detailed discussions with engineers to understand and evaluate the nuances of test article builds, test procedures, and results, providing insightful feedback and recommendations.
• Utilize proficiency in hand tools to support various technical and assembly tasks, ensuring precision and quality in all work performed.
• Apply knowledge of basic mechanical and manufacturing concepts to assist in the design, testing, and troubleshooting of aircraft seats and furniture.
• Demonstrate strong written and oral communication skills to effectively collaborate in a team environment and convey technical information clearly.
• Leverage basic computer proficiency to document test results, prepare reports, and maintain accurate records.
• Employ working knowledge of Microsoft Word and Excel to manage data, create technical documents, and support project management tasks.
• Interpret engineering drawings with a high degree of accuracy to guide assembly and testing processes.

Qualifications You Must Have:

• Typically requires HS Diploma or AA/AS degree (or other 2-year post high school training) with a minimum of 4 years of relevant experience
• Must be authorized to work in the U.S. without sponsorship now or in the future. Collins Aerospace will not offer sponsorship for this position.

Qualifications We Prefer:

• Proven experience in a highly regulated industry, particularly in aerospace or automotive, with a strong understanding of industry standards and compliance requirements.
• Hands‑on experience in a testing and quality assurance environment, ensuring products meet rigorous performance and safety standards.
• Exceptional organizational skills with sound judgment, capable of multitasking and adapting to shifting priorities in a fast-paced setting.
• Proficiency in 2D and 3D modeling software, with practical experience in design and engineering applications.
• Demonstrated expertise in operating metal machining and fabrication equipment, with a solid grasp of machining principles and techniques.

EDL Areas of Responsibility:

• Test Article Manufacture and Assembly
• Dynamic Testing
• Life-Cycle Testing
• Static Load Testing
• Flammability Testing
• Prototype Manufacture and Assembly
• Test Article Inspection and Conformity
• Materials, Inventory, Shipping and Receiving

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:

Secret

Military connected talent encouraged to apply.

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• Los Angeles City Fair Chance Ordinance
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• San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance

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