Design the Future of Flight — Join PDS Tech as a Mechanical Design Engineer!
Location: Wilsonville, OR | $67.09/hr | 12-Month Consultant Role | 9/80 Work Schedule

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Engineer What’s Next in Aerospace Innovation

Are you passionate about solving complex engineering challenges in the aerospace industry? At PDS Tech Commercial, we’re looking for a Mechanical Design Engineer to join an elite team in Wilsonville, OR, supporting avionics test systems for  Aerospace. In this hands-on, high-impact role, your designs will directly support the development, production, and testing of cutting-edge aerospace technologies.

What You'll Be Doing: Your Daily Flight Plan

• Design, modify, and document mechanical systems for test equipment

• Analyze mechanical systems for performance, reliability, and tolerance

• Collaborate with cross-functional teams of engineers to solve production and testing problems

• Create and verify documentation including 3D models, technical drawings, and system layouts

• Develop precision assemblies and interconnect hardware, including optical components

• Support prototype builds, design verification, and transition to production

• Reverse engineer components and troubleshoot issues using hands-on testing and debugging

• Present technical findings to peers, leadership, and customers

What You Bring to the Flight Deck: Required Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in STEM with 5+ years of relevant experience, or an advanced degree with 3+ years, or 9 years of experience in lieu of a degree

• Solid expertise in mechanical design tools: SolidWorks, NX Designer, AutoCAD, and familiarity with 3D printing

• Strong grasp of mechanical design and analysis principles

• Experience working in cross-functional engineering teams

• Ability to translate complex requirements into practical mechanical solutions
  
  This position requires use of information or access to facilities subject to the International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR) and/or Export Administration Regulations (EAR). These regulations may limit access of controlled technologies: 1) to U.S. Persons, including U.S. Citizens, lawful permanent residents, and other narrow categories including refugees and asylees, or 2) to certain foreign nationals that have received an export license.                                               
   

Preferred Qualifications: What Elevates You Above the Pack

• Hands-on problem-solver with a detail-driven approach

• Experience designing for optical manufacturing environments

• Familiarity with avionics systems

• Skilled in GD&T and stack-up tolerance analysis

• Knowledge of fabrication processes like CNC machining, sheet metal, welding, and additive manufacturing

Why Join PDS Tech Commercial?

At PDS Tech, your work propels aerospace missions forward. We offer:

• Competitive pay and stable full-time consulting opportunities

• 9/80 work schedule (every other Friday off — more time for you!)

• A collaborative, innovation-driven environment

• Opportunities to work on cutting-edge aerospace systems

• A culture that values growth, creativity, and real engineering impact

Take Your Career to New Altitudes

If you're ready to design the mechanical systems that help test and launch tomorrow’s aerospace innovations — we want to hear from you.

 Apply now to join PDS Tech and help engineer the future of flight!

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