Power the Future of Space Exploration – Test & Evaluation Engineer Opportunity

Location: El Segundo, CA
Job Type: Full-Time Consultant (12 Months)
Schedule: Monday–Friday (2nd Shift; must be flexible to support 1st, 2nd, or 3rd shifts, weekends, holidays, and overtime as needed)
Pay Rate Starting at : $66.01  per hour

Make an Impact on Mission-Critical Space Systems

PDS Tech Commercial is partnering with a leading aerospace organization to hire a Test & Evaluation Engineer supporting advanced space systems. In this role, you’ll play a vital part in verifying hardware and software performance, ensuring reliability and safety for cutting-edge technologies that enable critical missions.

This is a hands-on, technical contributor position ideal for experienced engineers who thrive in fast-paced environments and enjoy solving complex problems.

What You’ll Do

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

• Support the development and verification of test methods for space systems and subsystems.

• Execute detailed test procedures, including instrumentation and configuration definitions to minimize risk and ensure accuracy.

• Design and implement test hardware, software, and systems to meet program requirements.

• Configure specialized test equipment and troubleshoot anomalies in electronics, hardware, and software.

• Analyze, process, and format test data to meet customer and program standards.

• Review test results—including off-nominal data—for quality, accuracy, and fidelity.

• Prepare, publish, and present technical test reports and findings.

• Archive test data and documentation to maintain compliance and traceability.

• Develop solutions to calibration system challenges within defined scope.

• Work under general direction from test leads while contributing independent technical insight.

This role is 100% onsite and requires the ability to sit, stand, crouch, and work in tight production and laboratory environments.

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Engineering Technology, Chemistry, Physics, Mathematics, Data Science, Computer Science, or related field.

• 7+ years of experience working with specialized test equipment and instrumentation using electrical engineering test methodologies.

• 7+ years of experience performing automated testing and troubleshooting electronics, hardware, and software systems.

• Experience using C#-based software tools.

• Ability to support variable shifts and maintain reliable attendance.

Preferred Qualifications

• 9+ years of experience in laboratory and/or production environments.

• Extensive experience with test instrumentation and advanced test methods.

• Advanced degree (Master’s or PhD) with relevant engineering experience.

Why Join Us?

At PDS Tech Commercial, we connect exceptional talent with innovative aerospace programs shaping the future. When you join this team, you will:

• Work on groundbreaking space systems and next-generation technology.

• Collaborate with top-tier engineers in a dynamic, mission-driven environment.

• Gain valuable experience on high-visibility programs with global impact.

• Enjoy competitive pay, professional growth opportunities, and exposure to advanced technologies.

• Contribute to work that truly matters—supporting missions that push the boundaries of innovation and exploration.

Ready to Launch Your Next Career Move?

If you’re passionate about testing, problem-solving, and space systems innovation, we want to hear from you.

Apply today and take the next step in your engineering journey with PDS Tech Commercial.

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.                                               
 

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