Test Engineer

PDS Tech, Inc.; Windsor Locks (CT); On-site; USD 47,000 - 67,000; Full time

Job summary

PDS Tech Commercial is hiring a Field Service Engineer / Test Engineer in Windsor Locks, CT. You will lead testing, validation, troubleshooting, and maintenance of advanced aerospace hardware, working with cross-functional teams to ensure safety and performance.

The role emphasizes hands-on testing, developing test programs, and documenting procedures, with opportunities to contribute to mission-critical programs and advance engineering skills in a collaborative environment.

Qualifications

• Experience supporting testing, verification, troubleshooting, and maintenance of complex mechanical or aerospace systems.
• Hands-on experience with instrumentation and data acquisition systems.
• Experience testing complex mechanical equipment such as: heat exchangers, pumps, fans, accumulators.
• Ability to interpret technical requirements and translate them into effective test plans and procedures.
• Strong troubleshooting and problem-solving skills.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to work independently with minimal supervision.
• Experience with LabVIEW and automated test environments (preferred).
• Background supporting aerospace, aviation, defense, or space systems programs (preferred).
• Experience authoring technical test procedures, work instructions, and operational documentation (preferred).

Responsibilities

• Lead testing and validation activities for aerospace hardware.
• Design, implement, and maintain test processes for advanced space and aerospace hardware.
• Perform functional, verification, and acceptance testing to validate system performance.
• Analyze customer test requirements and help develop effective test programs and cost estimates.
• Support laboratory testing activities for complex aerospace and space systems.
• Troubleshoot and resolve technical challenges during testing and field operations.
• Collaborate with Manufacturing, Quality, Engineering, and Program Management teams.
• Review engineering drawings and concepts while identifying and resolving producibility concerns.
• Ensure hardware and test data deliverables meet customer commitments and quality expectations.

Skills

Testing & validation

Troubleshooting

Instrumentation

Cross-functional collaboration

Communication skills

Independent worker

Tools

LabVIEW

Automated test environments

Data acquisition systems

Job description

Test, Validate, and Launch the Future of Space & Aviation as a Field Service Engineer / Test EngineerPDS Tech Commercial is partnering with a leading innovator in the aviation and aerospace industry to hire a talented Field Service Engineer / Test Engineer in Windsor Locks, CT. If you're passionate about hands-on testing, troubleshooting complex systems, and supporting cutting-edge aerospace hardware, this is an opportunity to play a critical role in mission success while advancing your engineering career.Position DetailsJob Title: Field Service Engineer / Test EngineerJob Type: Full-Time | Contract (12 Months)Location: Windsor Locks, CT 06096Schedule: Monday-Friday | Second Shift (5/40 Schedule)Pay Rate: $41.62 per HourMake an ImpactAs a Field Service Engineer / Test Engineer, you'll provide technical leadership and hands-on support for the testing, validation, troubleshooting, and maintenance of advanced aerospace and space systems hardware. Your work will directly contribute to ensuring systems perform safely, reliably, and in accordance with customer and engineering requirements.Working alongside Program, Manufacturing, Quality, and Engineering teams, you'll help deliver high-quality aerospace hardware while supporting innovative space and aviation programs that push technology forward.What You'll DoLead Testing and Validation ActivitiesDesign, implement, and maintain test processes for advanced space and aerospace hardware.Perform functional, verification, and acceptance testing to validate system performance.Analyze customer test requirements and help develop effective test programs and cost estimates.Support laboratory testing activities for complex aerospace and space systems.Drive Engineering ExcellenceDevelop and validate tooling concepts that improve testing efficiency and accuracy.Author, revise, and maintain operation and test procedures.Create and maintain standardized operational and testing documentation.Define test rig, fixture, and facility requirements to support program objectives.Troubleshoot and Resolve Technical ChallengesDiagnose equipment and system issues during testing and field operations.Support maintenance activities, upgrades, and troubleshooting efforts.Review engineering drawings and concepts while identifying and resolving producibility concerns.Ensure hardware and test data deliverables meet customer commitments and quality expectations.Collaborate Across Functional TeamsParticipate in Integrated Product Development (IPD) teams.Work closely with Manufacturing, Quality, Engineering, and Program Management to ensure successful project execution.Communicate technical findings, recommendations, and project status updates to stakeholders.Required QualificationsExperience supporting testing, verification, troubleshooting, and maintenance of complex mechanical or aerospace systems.Hands-on experience with advanced instrumentation and data acquisition systems.Experience testing complex mechanical equipment such as:Heat exchangersPumpsFansAccumulatorsAbility to interpret technical requirements and translate them into effective test plans and procedures.Strong troubleshooting and problem-solving skills.Excellent written and verbal communication skills.Ability to work independently with minimal supervision.Self-motivated, detail-oriented, and committed to quality and safety.Ability to work effectively across cross-functional teams.Preferred QualificationsExperience with LabVIEW and automated test environments.Background supporting aerospace, aviation, defense, or space systems programs.Experience authoring technical test procedures, work instructions, and operational documentation.Familiarity with lean manufacturing and continuous improvement methodologies.Experience working with Integrated Product Development (IPD) teams.Knowledge of verification and validation processes for aerospace hardware.Why Join Us?At PDS Tech Commercial, we connect talented professionals with opportunities that help shape the future of aviation, aerospace, and advanced technology. This role offers the chance to work on meaningful programs that support mission-critical systems while building valuable experience in a highly collaborative engineering environment.What You'll GainCompetitive pay at $41.62 per hour.Opportunity to work on cutting-edge aerospace and space system hardware.Exposure to advanced testing technologies, instrumentation, and engineering processes.Collaboration with industry-leading engineers, technicians, and program teams.A culture that values innovation, quality, teamwork, and continuous improvement.Hands-on experience supporting products that have real-world impact in aviation and space exploration.Professional development through challenging projects and technical growth opportunities.Apply TodayIf you're an engineer who enjoys solving technical challenges, working with advanced test systems, and ensuring mission-critical hardware performs at its best, we want to hear from you.Join PDS Tech Commercial and help test, validate, and support the next generation of aerospace and space technologies. Apply today and become part of a team that's engineering the future.Pay Details: $41.62 per hourBenefit offerings available for our associates include medical, dental, vision, life insurance, short-term disability, additional voluntary benefits, EAP program, commuter benefits and a 401K plan. Our benefit offerings provide employees the flexibility to choose the type of coverage that meets their individual needs. In addition, our associates may be eligible for paid leave including Paid Sick Leave or any other paid leave required by Federal, State, or local law, as well as Holiday pay where applicable.Equal Opportunity Employer/Veterans/DisabledMilitary connected talent encouraged to applyTo read our Candidate Privacy Information Statement, which explains how we will use your information, please navigate to https://www.pdstech.com/candidate-privacyThe 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 ActLos Angeles City Fair Chance OrdinanceLos Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance for EmployersSan Francisco Fair Chance OrdinanceMassachusetts Candidates Only: It is unlawful in Massachusetts to require or administer a lie detector test as a condition of employment or continued employment. An employer who violates this law shall be subject to criminal penalties and civil liability.