Put Aerospace Innovation to the Test

Join PDS Tech Commercial and help ensure the safety, performance, and reliability of next-generation aircraft interiors. We are partnering with a leader in the aviation industry to find a skilled Test Engineer who thrives in a hands-on engineering environment and is passionate about validating products that meet the highest standards of quality and safety.

If you're ready to combine technical expertise, problem-solving, and real-world testing to support groundbreaking aerospace programs, this opportunity is for you.

Position Details

Job Title: Test Engineer

Location: Everett, WA

Job Type: Full-Time | 6-Month Contract

Schedule: Monday-Friday | First Shift | 7:30 AM - 4:00 PM

Pay Rate: $82.86 per hour

Make an Impact Where It Matters Most

As a Test Engineer, you will play a critical role in validating aircraft interior monuments, including lavatories, galleys, closets, and partitions. You'll lead and support testing activities that help ensure products perform safely and reliably under real-world conditions.

This role offers a unique blend of engineering analysis, hands-on testing, technical leadership, and collaboration. Your work will directly contribute to delivering high-quality aerospace products that meet rigorous industry and regulatory standards.

What You'll Do

As a Test Engineer, you will:

• Lead and oversee static, abuse, and cycle testing activities on aircraft interior monuments and related systems.
  
• Coordinate and assist with test setup activities to ensure efficient and accurate execution of testing programs.
  
• Develop and author detailed test plans that accurately reflect real-world operating conditions and safety requirements.
  
• Establish and manage data acquisition systems to capture and analyze performance data.
  
• Execute qualification testing and ensure all testing meets program requirements, specifications, and regulatory standards.
  
• Analyze test results and prepare technical reports documenting findings and recommendations.
  
• Provide technical leadership and guidance to technicians and team members throughout the testing process.
  
• Ensure testing protocols support product validation, certification, and production quality objectives.
  
• Monitor changing priorities and schedules while keeping projects on track and meeting critical deadlines.
  
• Promote and maintain a strong "Safety First" culture in all laboratory and testing activities.
  
• Travel up to 10% as needed to support local offsite testing activities.
  

Required Qualifications

Education & Experience

• Bachelor's degree in Science, Technology, Engineering, Mathematics (STEM), or a related field and a minimum of 5 years of relevant experience; OR
  
• Advanced degree in a related field and 3+ years of relevant experience; OR
  
• 9+ years of relevant experience in lieu of a degree.
  

Technical Qualifications

• Experience working in a test laboratory environment.
  
• Experience developing test reports, executing qualification testing, and collecting/analyzing test data.
  
• Strong understanding of test procedures, validation methods, and engineering principles.
  
• Ability to coordinate multiple testing activities in a fast-paced environment.
  
• Strong communication, troubleshooting, and analytical problem-solving skills.
  

Preferred Qualifications

Candidates with the following experience will be especially successful:

• Aerospace, aviation, or advanced manufacturing industry experience.
  
• Experience writing and executing LabVIEW scripts.
  
• Hands-on experience working with static, abuse, and cycle test rigs.
  
• Familiarity with Data Acquisition Systems (DAQ).
  
• Experience using pneumatic and hydraulic load cells, string potentiometers, and related instrumentation.
  
• Experience working with hand and power tools, including drills, impacts, grinders, and saws.
  
• Knowledge of product validation, certification, and regulatory testing environments.
  
• Ability to balance engineering analysis with hands-on laboratory work.
  

Why Join Us?

At PDS Tech Commercial, we connect talented professionals with industry-leading organizations that are shaping the future of aerospace and aviation.

What You'll Love About This Opportunity

• Competitive pay at $82.86 per hour.
  
• Opportunity to work on cutting-edge aerospace programs and products.
  
• Hands-on engineering experience with advanced testing technologies and equipment.
  
• Collaborative environment where innovation, safety, and technical excellence are valued.
  
• Exposure to complex engineering challenges that expand your skills and career growth opportunities.
  
• The ability to make a tangible impact on products used throughout the aviation industry.
  
• Supportive team culture focused on solving problems, sharing knowledge, and driving continuous improvement.
  

Your expertise won't just validate products. It will help ensure that critical aerospace systems meet the performance, durability, and safety standards required for flight.

Apply Today

If you're an experienced engineer who enjoys combining technical analysis with hands-on testing and wants to contribute to the future of aviation, we want to hear from you.

Apply today with PDS Tech Commercial and take your engineering career to new heights as a Test Engineer in Everett, WA. Your next challenge starts here.



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