Engineer the Future of Aerospace Innovation: Mechanical Engineer Opportunity in Plano, TX

Bring your engineering expertise to the forefront of aviation, defense, and space exploration. PDS Tech Commercial is partnering with an industry-leading aerospace organization to hire a talented Mechanical Engineer  in Plano, Texas. If you're passionate about designing innovative mechanical systems and contributing to technologies that push the boundaries of what's possible, this is an opportunity you won't want to miss.

From advanced aircraft systems and mission-critical payloads to next-generation space technologies, your work will play a vital role in shaping the future of aerospace engineering.

Position Details

Job Title: Mechanical Engineer 

Location: Plano, TX

Pay Rate: $44.82 per hour

Job Type: Full-Time Consultant

About the Role

As a Mechanical Engineer II, you'll research, design, develop, test, certify, deploy, and improve cutting-edge aerospace products and systems. Working within multidisciplinary engineering teams, you'll help deliver innovative solutions across a diverse portfolio that includes advanced aircraft, electronic systems, mission payloads, and space exploration technologies.

This role offers the opportunity to influence the entire product lifecycle, from concept and design through manufacturing, testing, and deployment.

What You'll Do

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

• Design and develop complex mechanical structures, components, and systems
  
• Support new product development activities from concept through production
  
• Apply engineering principles and best practices to solve technical challenges
  
• Utilize Computer-Aided Engineering (CAE) tools to support design and analysis efforts
  
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams including systems, manufacturing, quality, and program engineering
  
• Participate in product validation, testing, certification, and continuous improvement initiatives
  
• Develop innovative mechanical solutions that meet performance, quality, and reliability requirements
  
• Support engineering documentation and technical reporting throughout the product lifecycle
  
• Contribute to design reviews and technical evaluations
  
• Assist in optimizing manufacturing and production processes through sound engineering practices
  

Required Qualifications

Education

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  Bachelor's Degree in:

  
  
  
  
  
  • Mechanical Engineering, or
    
  • Related Engineering Discipline
    
  
  
  
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  Typically 2+ years of relevant engineering experience

  
  
  

Required Skills & Experience

• Practical knowledge of engineering principles and practices
  
• Experience with Computer-Aided Engineering (CAE) tools
  
• Experience working within multidisciplinary design and development teams
  
• Strong problem-solving and analytical skills
  
• Effective communication skills with the ability to collaborate across technical disciplines
  
• Fluent in English (reading, writing, and speaking)
  

Preferred Qualifications

The ideal candidate will also have experience with:

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  Geometric Dimensioning and Tolerancing (GD&T) in accordance with ASME Y14.5

  
  
  
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  Engineering simulation and analysis including:

  
  
  
  
  
  • Finite Element Analysis (FEA)
    
  • Computational Fluid Dynamics (CFD)
    
  • Thermal Analysis
    
  
  
  
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  Aerospace and Defense industry experience

  
  
  
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  Knowledge of industry-standard mechanical design principles, including:

  
  
  
  
  
  • Parametric Design
    
  • Model-Based Definition (MBD)
    
  • Material and Hardware Selection
    
  • Manufacturing Processes
    
  • Production Processes
    
  
  
  
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  Experience supporting complex aerospace product development programs

  
  
  

Why Join Us?

At PDS Tech Commercial, we connect exceptional engineering talent with organizations driving innovation across aerospace, aviation, defense, and advanced technology sectors.

Make a Real Impact

Contribute to groundbreaking products that support aviation, national defense, and space exploration missions around the world.

Work on Cutting-Edge Technologies

Gain exposure to advanced aircraft systems, mission payloads, engineering simulations, and next-generation aerospace platforms.

Collaborate with Top Engineering Talent

Join a culture that values innovation, teamwork, technical excellence, and continuous learning.

Grow Your Career

Expand your technical expertise across the product lifecycle while working on challenging, high-visibility engineering programs.

Competitive Compensation

Earn an attractive hourly rate of $44.82 per hour while building valuable experience with a recognized aerospace leader.

Work Environment

• Frequently walk, sit, stand, and climb stairs or steps
  
• Frequent use of hand and finger dexterity for engineering and computer-based tasks
  
• Rarely lift or carry items up to 20 pounds
  
• Primarily office and engineering workspace environment
  
• Limited exposure to outdoor conditions, loud noise, or hazardous materials
  

Take Flight with Your Engineering Career

If you're ready to apply your mechanical engineering expertise to innovative aerospace programs and help shape the future of aviation and space technology, we want to hear from you.

Apply today with PDS Tech Commercial and become part of a team that's engineering the technologies that will define tomorrow's aerospace industry

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