Test, Troubleshoot, and Support Critical Aerospace Systems as a FAA Sr. Engineering Technician with PDS Tech!

Pay Rate: $44.00/hr

Shift: Day Shift (5:00 AM – 1:30 PM)

 

We’re seeking an experienced Sr. Engineering Technician to support engineering and production test operations for FAA-regulated aerospace products. This role is highly hands-on and focused on diagnostics, repair, and validation of electronic systems.

If you have strong troubleshooting skills and enjoy working with complex hardware, electronics, and test systems, this is a great opportunity to make an immediate impact.

 What You’ll Do

 Testing & Validation

• Execute test procedures and plans to validate product performance and reliability
  
• Support testing of production and development parts
  
• Assist in product validation and engineering verification activities
  

 Troubleshooting & Repair

• Diagnose and troubleshoot hardware and software issues
  
• Perform repairs on:
  
  
  
  • Electronic assemblies
    
  • Computer components
    
  • Peripheral systems
    
  
  
  
• Conduct component-level troubleshooting
  

 Test Equipment & Fabrication

• Build and fabricate:
  
  
  
  • Test consoles
    
  • Computer systems
    
  • Cable harnesses
    
  • Test setups and equipment
    
  
  
  
• Perform preventive maintenance and calibration of test equipment
  

 Root Cause & Continuous Improvement

• Investigate failures and perform root cause analysis (RCA)
  
• Develop and implement corrective actions
  
• Partner with engineering teams to improve products, processes, and quality
  

 What You’ll Need

• High school diploma or equivalent
  
• Strong experience in hardware/software troubleshooting
  
• Experience repairing electronic and computer systems
  
• Strong ability with electrical testing and diagnostics to component level
  
• Knowledge of test methods, electronic test equipment, and calibration
  
• Ability to read and interpret schematics and technical drawings
  

 Preferred Qualifications

• Technical certification or Associate’s degree in electronics or related field
  
• Solder certification (J-STD)
  
• Experience with cable/harness fabrication
  
• Experience with automated test stands (ATE)
  
• Knowledge of Six Sigma / root cause methodologies
  
• Background in aerospace, avionics, defense, or high-reliability manufacturing
  

Work Environment

• Hands-on role in a lab and production environment
  
• Exposure to electronic systems, test equipment, and manufacturing operations
  
• Requires strong attention to detail and adherence to quality and safety standards
  

What Makes You a Strong Fit

• Strong diagnostic and troubleshooting mindset
  
• Comfortable working with complex electronic systems
  
• Detail-oriented with focus on quality and precision
  
• Collaborative and able to work with engineering and production teams
  
• Self-motivated and able to handle multiple technical tasks
  

Why Join This Opportunity?

• Work on FAA-regulated aerospace systems
  
• Hands-on technical role in testing and product validation
  
• Opportunity to deepen expertise in electronics troubleshooting and test systems
  
• Collaborative environment with engineering and production teams
  
• Competitive pay aligned with advanced technician skillsets
  

 Ready to Troubleshoot High-Tech Aerospace Systems?

If you’re a skilled technician with strong electronics and troubleshooting experience, apply today and play a critical role in ensuring the performance and reliability of aerospace products.



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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