Integration & Test Engineer

Put Aerospace Innovation to the Test and Help Shape the Future of Flight

PDS Tech Commercial is partnering with a leader in the aviation industry to hire an Integration & Test Engineer in Winston-Salem, NC. If you have a strong mechanical background, enjoy hands-on testing, and thrive in fast-paced environments where precision matters, this is an exciting opportunity to contribute to the development and validation of commercial aircraft seating and interior systems used around the world.

Location: Winston-Salem, NC

Job Type: Full-Time Consultant (6-Month Assignment)

Schedule: Monday-Friday | First Shift | 7:00 AM-3:45 PM (45-minute lunch)

Pay Rate: $48.44 per hour

Overtime: Occasional overtime and weekend work may be required

Help Ensure Every Flight Begins with Quality

As an Integration & Test Engineer, you'll support the Interiors Engineering Development Lab (EDL) in building, testing, evaluating, and refining commercial aircraft seating and cabin furniture systems. Working closely with engineering teams, you'll play a critical role in validating product performance, safety, durability, and compliance with strict aerospace standards.

This position offers a unique blend of hands-on assembly, testing, troubleshooting, and technical collaboration within an innovative aerospace environment.

What You'll Do

In this role, you will:

• Collaborate with engineering teams to build, assemble, test, and refine commercial aircraft seats and interior furnishings
  
• Set up and prepare test equipment for structural testing activities
  
• Support dynamic, static load, life-cycle, and flammability testing programs
  
• Assist with prototype manufacturing and test article assembly
  
• Participate in test article inspections and conformity reviews
  
• Interpret engineering drawings and technical documentation to guide assembly and testing activities
  
• Provide technical support throughout structural testing projects
  
• Evaluate test procedures, results, and build configurations while offering valuable feedback to engineering teams
  
• Utilize hand tools and mechanical skills to perform assembly, modification, and troubleshooting tasks
  
• Document test results and maintain accurate engineering records
  
• Use Microsoft Word and Excel to prepare reports and organize project data
  
• Support materials management, inventory activities, shipping, and receiving functions within the lab
  
• Contribute to a fast-paced testing environment where teamwork, precision, and efficiency are essential
  

Required Qualifications

• High School Diploma, Associate Degree, or equivalent combination of education and related experience
  
• Typically requires:
  
  
  
  • Associate Degree and 3+ years of related experience, or
    
  • High School Diploma with 4+ years of relevant experience
    
  
  
  
• Mechanical aptitude and hands-on experience working with tools and equipment
  
• Experience using basic hand tools safely and effectively
  
• Ability to read and interpret engineering drawings and technical documents
  
• Strong communication and teamwork skills
  
• Basic computer proficiency
  
• Working knowledge of Microsoft Word and Excel
  
• Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced, team-oriented environment
  
• Authorization to work in the United States without sponsorship now or in the future
  

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience in aerospace, automotive, manufacturing, or other highly regulated industries
  
• Background in testing, quality assurance, or engineering lab environments
  
• Experience with:
  
  
  
  • Aircraft interiors
    
  • Mechanical testing
    
  • Prototype development
    
  • Product validation
    
  
  
  
• Automotive, carpentry, woodworking, or fabrication experience
  
• Knowledge of metal machining and fabrication equipment
  
• Experience using 2D and 3D modeling software
  
• Strong organizational, multitasking, and problem-solving skills
  
• Ability to adapt quickly to shifting priorities and project demands
  

Why Join Us?

At PDS Tech Commercial, we connect skilled professionals with industry-leading organizations that are transforming aerospace innovation. This opportunity allows you to work directly on products that impact passenger safety, comfort, and performance across the aviation industry.

What You'll Gain

• Competitive pay at $48.44 per hour
  
• Opportunity to work with cutting-edge aerospace products and technologies
  
• Hands-on involvement in engineering development and testing activities
  
• Exposure to advanced aircraft interior systems and certification programs
  
• Collaborative environment where your ideas and expertise matter
  
• Career-building experience with a globally recognized aerospace organization
  
• Opportunity to work alongside engineers and technical experts in a state-of-the-art testing environment
  
• A culture focused on innovation, teamwork, safety, and continuous improvement
  

Think of it as being part of a highly coordinated technical team where every member plays a critical role in keeping projects moving quickly, accurately, and successfully.

Ready to Put Your Skills to the Test?

If you're a mechanically inclined professional who enjoys hands-on work, problem-solving, and contributing to innovative aerospace projects, we want to hear from you.

Apply today and join PDS Tech Commercial as an Integration & Test Engineer supporting a leader in the aviation industry. Help develop, test, and validate the next generation of aircraft interior systems while advancing your career in aerospace engineering.



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