SIL Engineering Technician

PDS Defense, Inc.; Arlington (TX); On-site; USD 55,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

PDS Defense, Inc. in Arlington, TX is seeking a SIL Engineering Technician to fabricate interconnecting cables and harnesses based on engineering drawings and specifications.

The role involves troubleshooting, maintenance and repair of test benches and lab infrastructure equipment, reading aircraft wiring diagrams and mechanical drawings, and collaborating with a tight-knit team on defense projects. Physical duties include lifting up to 75 pounds and working in confined spaces.

Qualifications

• Crimp and assemble connector contacts and cable assemblies to aircraft standards.
• Solder to the J-STD and read aircraft wiring diagrams.
• Read and interpret mechanical drawings for fabrication and assemblies.

Responsibilities

• Fabricating interconnecting cables and harnesses based on engineering drawings.
• Performing troubleshooting, maintenance and repair of test bench and lab infrastructure equipment.

Skills

Crimp and assemble cables

Solder to J-STD

Read wiring diagrams

Read mechanical drawings

Use test equipment

ARINC 429 wiring

fiber optic cabling

ESD/FOD awareness

Teamwork

Communication skills

Education

Associate Degree in Engineering

High School Diploma

Military aviation maintenance experience (plus)

Job description

Engineering

SIL Engineering Technician Arlington, TX Posted: 9/9/2026

Job Description

Job ID#:

225400

Job Category:

Engineering

Position Type:

Associate - W2

Shift:

1

Positions Available:

2

PDS Defense, Inc. is seeking a SIL Engineering Technician, in Arlington, TX. Job ID#225400

Job Description

• Fabricating interconnecting cables and harnesses based on engineering drawings.


• Performing troubleshooting, maintenance and repair of test bench and lab infrastructure equipment.

Skills Required:

• Must have the ability to crimp and assemble connector contacts and cable assemblies to aircraft standards.


• Must have the ability to solder to the J-STD.


• Must be able to read and understand aircraft level wiring diagrams.


• Must be able to read and understand mechanical drawings and diagrams for metal fabrication and assemblies.


• Familiar with the use of test equipment, trouble shooting and repair of wiring, and isolation .


• Experience wiring serial data interfaces including ARINC 429, MIL-STD-1553, RS422, RS232, Ethernet, IEEE-488.


• Experience installing fiberoptic cabling for reflective memory hardware.


• Ability to properly use in a safe manner hand tools and shop equipment (Powered and Unpowered - Hand drills, wire crimpers, wire strippers and soldering tools).


• Industry: Technical 5 years minimum


• Good communication skills both oral and written.


• Work in a team environment

Physical

• Ability to lift up to 75 pounds and work in confined areas for extended periods of time.


• Familiarity of ESD and FOD practices.

Education:

• Associate Degree in Engineering or equivalent experience preferred


• High School Diploma


• Military experience in related aircraft/systems maintenance and support is a plus

Other:

• Must have the ability to attain a clearance, if needed.

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.

VEVRAA Federal Contractor / Request Priority Protected Veteran Referrals / Equal Opportunity Employer / Veterans / Disabled

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• 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