Payload Systems Design Engineer – Aircraft Interiors & Cargo

Torrey Holistics; North Charleston (SC); On-site; USD 186,252,000 - 212,040,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Life insurance

Short-term disability

Voluntary benefits

EAP program

Commuter benefits

401K plan

Job summary

PDS Tech Commercial is partnering with a premier aviation leader to recruit a Payload Systems Design Engineer in North Charleston, SC. This role focuses on designing and integrating aircraft interiors, cargo systems, and onboard features from concept through certification.

The ideal candidate holds a Bachelor’s in Engineering and 5+ years in design and certification, with strong CAD skills and knowledge of aviation regulations. On-site, first shift, with competitive hourly pay.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering (Mechanical, Aerospace, Civil, Aeronautical, Materials Science, or related).
• 5+ years of engineering experience in design, integration, and/or certification.
• Strong understanding of engineering principles and product lifecycle processes.

Responsibilities

• Develop, integrate, and document requirements for aircraft payload systems, including interiors and structural components.
• Create and modify designs using 3D CAD tools to deliver detailed product definitions.
• Validate and verify system performance through analysis and testing.
• Collaborate with suppliers to manage development, testing, and production efforts.
• Optimize designs to meet program goals, ensuring efficiency and manufacturability.
• Support certification processes and demonstrate compliance with aviation regulations.
• Interface with cross-functional teams including project engineering, production, and leadership.
• Contribute to areas such as monuments (lavatories & galleys), lighting, cargo systems, livery, and configuration.
• Drive continuous improvement by developing new processes, tools, and innovative design concepts.
• Stay ahead of industry trends by researching and applying emerging technologies.

Skills

Independent work

Cross-functional teamwork

Analytical thinking

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Engineering

Tools

3D CAD tools

Job description

PDS Tech Commercial is partnering with a premier aviation leader to recruit a Payload Systems Design Engineer in North Charleston, SC. This role focuses on designing and integrating aircraft interiors, cargo systems, and onboard features from concept through certification.

The ideal candidate holds a Bachelor’s in Engineering and 5+ years in design and certification, with strong CAD skills and knowledge of aviation regulations. On-site, first shift, with competitive hourly pay.