Design the Future of Aerospace and Defense – CAD CAM Engineer Opportunity in Chandler, AZ

Position: Engineer CAD CAM
Location: Chandler, AZ 85286 (On-site or Telecommute Options Available)
Job Type: Full-Time, Consultant (6 Months)
Schedule: Monday–Friday | 1st Shift | 9/80 Work Schedule
Pay Rate starting at : $47.66 per hour
 

Turn Innovation Into Reality

PDS Tech Commercial is partnering with a leader in the aerospace industry to find a talented Engineer – CAD CAM to support advanced launch vehicle avionics programs. In this high-impact role, you will work alongside design and program engineering teams to develop cutting-edge technologies that shape the future of aerospace and defense. If you thrive in a fast-paced, collaborative environment and enjoy solving complex design challenges, this opportunity is for you.

What You’ll Do – Day-to-Day Responsibilities

As a CAD CAM Engineer, you will play a critical role in printed wiring board (PWB) design and development for aerospace and military applications. Your responsibilities will include:

• Designing and laying out complex printed wiring boards for avionics and test systems.

• Collaborating with circuit design and mechanical engineers to ensure proper form, fit, and function.

• Supporting high-speed digital, analog, and power circuit routing.

• Managing footprint and symbol creation, along with library maintenance.

• Preparing artwork packages (Gerbers, ODB++) for fabrication and manufacturing.

• Participating in peer reviews, design milestone reviews, and quality assurance processes.

• Communicating technical progress, risks, and status updates to leadership.

• Supporting controlled-impedance and high-density multilayer board designs.

• Contributing to continuous improvement and design optimization initiatives.

Required Qualifications

• Minimum 5 years of recent printed wiring board design and layout experience using Cadence Allegro.

• Associate degree or equivalent 2-year technical training with relevant experience.

• Experience designing high-density multilayer boards (6–16 layers).

• Expertise in routing digital, analog, and power circuits.

• Knowledge of high-speed design including SERDES, DDR3/DDR4, and controlled impedance.

• Experience with rigid-flex assemblies.

• Ability to prepare fabrication artwork and documentation.

• Strong understanding of IPC-2221 and IPC-7351 standards.

• Strong problem-solving, organizational, and communication skills.

• Must be eligible to obtain a Security Clearance.
  
  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

• Understanding of printed wiring assembly manufacturing processes.

• Experience with CAM350 and/or Valor DFM tools.

• Familiarity with OrCAD Layout, Mentor PADS, or Xpedition tool suites.

• Experience in aerospace or defense electronics environments.

Why Join Us

At PDS Tech Commercial, we connect exceptional professionals with opportunities that make a real-world impact. When you join our team, you gain access to innovative programs, advanced technologies, and a collaborative culture focused on growth and excellence.

Here’s what you can expect:

• Competitive compensation and a flexible 9/80 schedule that supports work-life balance.

• Opportunities to contribute to groundbreaking aerospace and defense programs.

• A culture of innovation, teamwork, and professional development.

• Exposure to advanced avionics, launch vehicle, and high-speed electronics design.

• A chance to work with some of the brightest minds in engineering.

Take the Next Step in Your Engineering Career

If you are ready to apply your expertise in CAD CAM and PWB design to cutting-edge aerospace programs, we want to hear from you. Join PDS Tech Commercial and help invent the future.

Apply today and launch your career to new heights.

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