Drive Quality. Power Innovation. Elevate Aviation.
Quality Assurance Engineer – Be the Standard Behind the Sky
PDS Tech Commercial is partnering with a leading aviation innovator to bring on a Quality Assurance Engineer in Clearwater, FL. In this high-impact role, you will help ensure mission-critical aerospace components meet the highest standards of safety, reliability, and performance—directly contributing to programs that shape the future of flight.
Your Impact
As a Quality Assurance Engineer, you will sit at the intersection of engineering, manufacturing, and data analytics—ensuring product excellence while driving continuous improvement across systems, processes, and teams. Your work will directly influence product integrity across multiple sites and programs.
What You’ll Do
You’ll play a vital role in production quality and system optimization, including:
Applying quality principles across production control, design validation, and engineering workflows
Partnering with Quality Program Managers, production teams, and cross-site stakeholders to improve processes
Leading root-cause investigations, analyzing defects, and implementing corrective/preventative actions
Designing and refining inspection processes and testing systems to streamline quality operations
Supporting production quality for components such as CCAs, cables, and box assemblies
Driving alignment across multi-site programs and partner locations
Utilizing Tableau dashboards and predictive analytics to track performance and identify trends
Supporting automation and AI-driven inspection solutions to enhance accuracy and efficiency
Required Qualifications
Bachelor’s degree (or equivalent experience) with 2+ years of relevant experience
Strong communication skills with the ability to collaborate across teams and locations
Experience with AS9100 or similar aerospace quality standards
Solid understanding of manufacturing processes and quality engineering systems
Familiarity with hardware integration, testing, and engineering requirements
Comfortable working on the production floor
Preferred Qualifications
Experience with Tableau or similar data visualization tools
Lean Six Sigma certification or equivalent problem-solving expertise
Background with CCAs, cable assemblies, and box-level components
Knowledge of IPC and J-STD standards
Experience in additive manufacturing or rapid prototyping
Audit experience and ability to produce quality audit reports
Why Join Us
At PDS Tech Commercial, you’ll find more than a role—you’ll find purpose and growth.
Cutting-Edge Innovation: Work with advanced technologies, including AI-driven inspection and predictive analytics
Aviation Excellence: Contribute to high-impact aerospace programs with industry leaders
Collaborative Culture: Thrive in an environment that values teamwork, continuous improvement, and innovation
Professional Growth: Expand your skills across diverse manufacturing and quality systems
Flexible Work Schedule: Enjoy a 4/10 first-shift schedule (Monday–Thursday) for improved work-life balance
Competitive Pay: $40.00 – $55.00/hour
Assignment Details
Duration: 12-month assignment
Location: Clearwater, FL
Shift: First Shift (Monday–Thursday, 4/10 schedule)
Ready to Raise the Bar? Apply Today
If you are driven by precision, powered by analytics, and ready to make a measurable impact in aerospace quality, we want to hear from you. Apply now and take your career to new heights with PDS Tech Commercial.
Pay Details: $40.00 to $55.00 per hour
Benefit offerings available for our associates include medical, dental, vision, life insurance, short-term disability, additional voluntary benefits, EAP program, commuter benefits and a 401K plan. Our benefit offerings provide employees the flexibility to choose the type of coverage that meets their individual needs. In addition, our associates may be eligible for paid leave including Paid Sick Leave or any other paid leave required by Federal, State, or local law, as well as Holiday pay where applicable.
Equal Opportunity Employer/Veterans/Disabled
Military connected talent encouraged to apply
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Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance for Employers
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Job Number:
US_EN_33_022581_2561786
Job Location:
Oldsmar, FL
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Start Date:
ASAP
Input Date:
06/18/2026
Firm Name:
PDS TECH COMMERCIAL, INC
Attention: Address:
545 E JOHN CARPENTER FWY STE 950
City, State:
IRVING, TX 75062
Phone:
214/647-9600
800 Phone:
800/270-4737
Email:Client.Services@pdstech.com Website:Go To PDS Tech Commercial Website