Join PDS Tech as a Senior Advance Test Engineer in Phoenix, AZ! 

Shape the Future of Flight with Your Expertise 

PDS Tech Commercial is seeking experienced Senior Advance Test Engineers to support a high‑visibility aerospace program delivering next‑generation avionics solutions. If you’re passionate about hands‑on testing, certification, and contributing to products that take flight around the world, this is your opportunity to make a real impact. 

What You’ll Do (Your Impact) 

In this role, you’ll be at the heart of ensuring avionics hardware meets strict regulatory, environmental, and performance standards. Your work will directly support certification readiness and the delivery of safe, reliable systems used in business aviation. 

Day‑to‑Day Responsibilities 

• Plan and execute environmental and EMI qualification testing for avionics hardware 

• Perform Verification & Validation (V&V) testing of electronic systems 

• Prepare and maintain clear, compliant test reports for regulatory and customer review 

• Support certification activities with aviation authorities (e.g., FAA) 

• Identify and communicate non‑compliance issues to engineering and program stakeholders 

• Operate and interpret data from laboratory test equipment and engineering tools 

• Collaborate with cross‑functional teams to ensure products meet qualification standards 

What We’re Looking For 

Required Qualifications 

• Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering 

• 6+ years of experience in Hardware or Product Engineering 

• Proven experience with environmental and/or EMI testing for avionics qualification 

• Working knowledge of DO‑160 testing 

• Strong technical documentation and communication skills 

Preferred Qualifications 

• Familiarity with DO‑160, MIL‑STD‑461, MIL‑STD‑810 

• Experience with hardware verification testing 

• Knowledge of electronic display principles 

• Hands‑on experience with optical testing or display characterization instrumentation 

• Understanding of hardware engineering standards and specifications 

Why Join Us 

At PDS Tech Commercial, you’re more than a contractor—you’re a valued technical partner. 

•  High‑visibility aerospace programs that make a real-world impact 

•  Collaborate with top-tier engineers on cutting‑edge technology 

•  Competitive $65/hr compensation 

•  Onsite role with direct access to labs and test environments 

•  A culture that values technical excellence, collaboration, and integrity 

Ready to Take the Next Step? 

If you’re excited to work on advanced avionics systems and play a key role in qualification and certification efforts, we’d love to hear from you. 

Apply today and help deliver the technology that keeps aviation moving forward. 

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