Tooling Engineer

PDS Tech Commercial; California (MO); On-site; USD 82,000 - 116,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

9/80 schedule

Competitive compensation

Job summary

PDS Tech Commercial is partnering with a leading aerospace organization to hire a Tooling Engineer in Palmdale, CA. The role focuses on designing tooling, fixtures, gauges, and production equipment for aerospace manufacturing, supporting advanced programs and ensuring tooling integrity.

The position is a Full-Time Consultant for a six-month assignment, with a 9/80 schedule and Monday–Friday workdays. PE certification and a Bachelor's in Engineering are required for this role.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering or related technical field.
• PE Certification or equivalent professional credential is required.
• Ability to perform and approve stress analyses on tooling and related designs.
• Experience designing tooling, manufacturing equipment, fixtures, jigs, gauges, or production support systems.

Responsibilities

• Design industrial machinery, equipment, and specialized tooling for production and development.
• Develop tools, dies, gauges, jigs, fixtures, and machine attachments for manufacturing operations.
• Evaluate designs for accessibility, performance, mobility, manufacturability, and cost-effectiveness.
• Perform engineering analyses to ensure tooling integrity and effectiveness.
• Conduct and document stress analyses on tooling and support equipment.
• Produce engineering documentation and design packages meeting requirements.
• Collaborate with manufacturing, production, quality, and engineering teams to identify tooling needs.
• Support tooling design improvements to enhance efficiency, safety, and production.

Skills

Stress analysis

Tooling design

Mechanical design

Manufacturing processes

Analytical skills

Collaboration

Education

Bachelor's degree in Engineering

Professional Engineering (PE) Certification

Job description

Job Description

Shape the Future of Aerospace Manufacturing – Join Us as a Tooling Engineer!

Are you an experienced engineering professional with a passion for designing innovative tooling solutions that drive aerospace excellence? PDS Tech Commercial is partnering with a leading name in the aviation and aerospace industry to hire a Tooling Engineer in Palmdale, California. This is a unique opportunity to apply your engineering expertise to the development of critical production tooling that supports some of the industry's most advanced aerospace programs.

If you're ready to make a lasting impact while working alongside world-class engineering teams, this role is for you.

Position Details

Job Title: Tooling Engineer
Location: Palmdale, CA 93550
Pay Rate: $71.74 per hour
Employment Type: Full-Time Consultant (6-Month Assignment)
Schedule: Monday-Friday | 9/80 Work Schedule
(Enjoy every other Friday off)

Make an Impact

As a Tooling Engineer, you'll be responsible for designing and developing the tooling, fixtures, gauges, and production equipment that enable aerospace manufacturing and experimental operations. Your work will directly contribute to improving efficiency, quality, safety, and performance on cutting-edge aviation and defense programs.

This role is ideal for an engineer who combines strong technical expertise with innovative problem-solving skills and a commitment to engineering excellence.

What You'll Do

In this position, you will:

• Design industrial machinery, equipment, and specialized tooling solutions for production and development programs.
• Develop tools, dies, gauges, jigs, fixtures, and machine attachments required for manufacturing operations.
• Evaluate designs for:
  • Accessibility
  • Performance
  • Mobility
  • Manufacturability
  • Cost-effectiveness
• Perform engineering analysis to ensure tooling integrity and operational effectiveness.
• Conduct and document stress analysis on tooling and support equipment.
• Produce engineering documentation and design packages that meet technical and regulatory requirements.
• Collaborate with manufacturing, production, quality, and engineering teams to identify tooling needs and develop practical solutions.
• Support tooling design improvements that enhance efficiency, safety, and production performance.
• Review and validate tooling designs to ensure compliance with program specifications and engineering standards.
• Provide professional engineering oversight and approvals as required.

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering or related technical discipline.
• Professional Engineering (PE) Certification.
• Ability to perform and approve stress analyses on tooling and related designs.
• Experience designing tooling, manufacturing equipment, fixtures, jigs, gauges, or production support systems.
• Strong understanding of engineering principles, mechanical design, and manufacturing processes.
• Ability to interpret technical requirements and translate them into practical tooling solutions.
• Excellent problem-solving, analytical, and organizational skills.
• Strong communication and collaboration abilities.

Preferred Qualifications

• Aerospace, aviation, or defense industry experience.
• Experience supporting complex manufacturing or production environments.
• Advanced knowledge of tooling design methodologies and engineering analysis.
• Experience working with cross-functional engineering and manufacturing teams.
• Familiarity with industry standards, quality requirements, and regulatory compliance practices.

Why Join Us?

At PDS Tech Commercial, we're committed to connecting exceptional talent with career-defining opportunities at some of the world's most innovative organizations.

What You’ll Love About This Opportunity

Highly Competitive Compensation

• Earn $71.74 per hour while contributing to industry-leading aerospace programs.

Outstanding Work-Life Balance

• Enjoy a desirable 9/80 schedule, giving you every other Friday off.

Innovative Engineering Environment

• Work on advanced aerospace technologies and complex manufacturing challenges.

Collaborative Culture

• Partner with talented engineers, designers, and manufacturing professionals who are passionate about excellence.

Career Growth

• Enhance your technical experti