Professional Engineering - Air Systems/Pneumatics

PDS Tech Commercial; Wichita (KS); Hybrid; USD 103,000 - 124,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical

Dental

Vision

Life Insurance

401K plan

Job summary

PDS Tech Commercial is seeking a Professional Engineer – Air Systems/Pneumatics to support leading aerospace programs. The role involves designing, integrating, and validating pneumatic systems for aircraft while collaborating with global teams.

You will work in a hybrid environment, with a 12‑month assignment and travel to service centers as needed. Strong expertise in aerospace engineering, systems modeling, and DO-160/MIL-STD-810 is highly valued.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Mechanical or Aerospace Engineering is required.
• 5–8 years’ aerospace engineering experience is expected.
• Experience with pneumatic systems and system integration is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Act as a systems engineer and define architecture, specs, and requirements.
• Lead integration and interface management across teams and suppliers.
• Perform modeling, trade studies, and system performance analysis.
• Ensure requirements validation, verification, and certification compliance.
• Document analysis, test results, and flight test support.

Skills

Systems engineering

Aerospace engineering

Fluid dynamics

Requirements validation

Pneumatic systems

Design assurance (ARP4754A)

Modeling & analysis

Communication skills

Travel flexibility

Bilingual English & French

Education

Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Mechanical or Aerospace Engineering

Tools

Model-Based Engineering tools

Simulation tools

Job description

Shape the Future of Flight

Professional Engineering – Air Systems / Pneumatics

PDS Tech Commercial | Partnering with a Global Aviation Leader

Make Your Impact in Aerospace Innovation

PDS Tech Commercial is seeking a Professional Engineer – Air Systems/Pneumatics to support a leading name in the aviation industry. In this high-impact consulting role, you’ll help design, integrate, and validate critical pneumatic systems that keep modern aircraft operating safely and efficiently.

If you’re passionate about aerospace engineering and thrive on solving complex technical challenges, this is your opportunity to elevate your career while contributing to cutting‑edge aircraft programs.

Location & Role Details

• Job Type: Full-Time Consultant (12-month assignment)
• Schedule: Monday–Friday
• Work Model: Hybrid (2–3 days onsite, subject to change)
• Locations: Montreal, Toronto, or service centers in Wichita, Hartford, Dallas, Opa Locka (FL), Tucson
• Pay Rate: Starting at $81.46/hour

What You’ll Do

As a key member of the engineering team, you will:

• Act as a systems engineer
• Define system architecture, specifications, and requirements
• Lead integration and interface management across internal teams and suppliers
• Perform functional modeling, trade studies, and system performance analysis
• Ensure requirements validation, verification, and certification compliance
• Review and approve engineering deliverables (designs, test procedures, qualification and certification documents)
• Document technical analysis, ground and flight test results
• Support development and operation of test rigs and flight test platforms
• Troubleshoot system issues and support production and in‑service operations
• Prepare design changes and optimization solutions
• Collaborate in a multi-disciplinary engineering environment
• Contribute to knowledge systems and engineering processes
• Manage technical relationships with suppliers
• Ensure adherence to program schedules and milestones

What You Bring

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Mechanical or Aerospace Engineering
• 5–8 years of experience in an aerospace engineering environment
• Strong understanding of fluid flow and thermodynamics
• Proven analytical and problem‑solving skills
• Familiarity with pneumatic systems and system integration disciplines
• Experience with component qualification standards (DO-160, MIL-STD-810)
• Knowledge of Design Assurance processes (ARP4754A)
• Experience in system modeling and performance testing
• Proficiency with MS Office tools
• Strong communication skills (written and verbal)
• Ability to work both technically and within project management contexts
• Willingness to travel for short assignments
• Bilingual (French & English)

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience with Model-Based Engineering or simulation tools
• Background working with cross‑disciplinary aircraft systems (avionics, powerplant, installation)
• Demonstrated collaboration in high‑performing engineering teams

Why Join Us

• Work with an industry‑leading aerospace innovator shaping the future of aviation
• Gain exposure to high‑profile aircraft programs and cutting‑edge technologies
• Thrive in a collaborative, inclusive, and forward‑thinking culture
• Enjoy a flexible hybrid work environment
• Competitive compensation with opportunities to expand your expertise
• Be part of a team that values innovation, excellence, and continuous learning

Inclusion & Equal Opportunity

Our partner organization is committed to equal opportunity and inclusive hiring . Candidates from all backgrounds are encouraged to apply. Reasonable accommodations are available throughout the recruitment process.

Pay Details: $81.46 per hour

Our benefit offerings provide employees the flexibility to choose the type of coverage that meets their individual needs.

• medical
• dental
• vision
• life insurance
• short‑term disability
• additional voluntary benefits
• EAP program
• commuter benefits
• 401K plan
• Paid Sick Leave
• any other paid leave required by Federal, State, or local law
• Holiday pay where applicable

Equal Opportunity Employer/Veterans/Disabled

The Company will consider qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records in accordance with federal, state, and local laws and/or security clearance requirements, including, as applicable:

• 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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