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Job Description
Job Description
Join the Future of Aviation as a Mechanical / Structural Design Engineer
Location : California Central Coast
Hourly Rate : 40–63 / hour (Based on Experience)
Are you ready to take your engineering expertise to new heights?
PDS Tech Commercial is searching for a skilled Mechanical / Structural Design Engineer to join our cutting-edge R&D team on an innovative and high-impact project. You’ll play a pivotal role in transforming a four-passenger aircraft into an unmanned, hybrid-electric vehicle, pushing the boundaries of aerospace technology. This is a unique opportunity to be at the forefront of an exciting and groundbreaking program.
About the Role :
As a Mechanical / Structural Design Engineer , you will lead the design and modification of a production aircraft, transforming it into an unmanned, hybrid-electric-powered vehicle. You will be responsible for designing critical components, contributing to prototype development, and collaborating with a team of skilled engineers to deliver innovative, high-quality solutions.
Required Skills / Experience :
Engineering degree, minimum of ten years applicable aircraft engineering experience
Substantial new airplane program design engineering experience
Ability to quickly lay out new design concepts, prepare design reviews and create prototype engineering dwgs
Experience designing sheet metal, machined, and 3D printed parts
Self-Starter, able to work with minimal oversight
SolidWorks (preferred), Catia V5 (acceptable)
ASME Y14.5 (GD&T)
Helpful Skills / Experience :
Previous airframe structural modification experience
Previous electric or hybrid aircraft experience
Preliminary stress sizing for design
Systems Installation experience
Liaison engineering experience
Composites design experience
Hands-on experience / able to help with prototype build
Apply now and be part of the aerospace revolution with PDS Tech Commercial!
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.
Pay Details : 40.00 to 63.00 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
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Company Description
Since 1977, the PDS family of companies has become among the largest and most respected staffing companies in the United States. A vital part of the PDS family, PDS Tech Commercial connects highly skilled employees with Fortune 500 clients’ needs for project support such as contingent labor, statement of work / offload engineering projects, and permanent placements.
PDS Tech Commercial has staffing partnerships with leading organizations based in the United States and globally. We hire jobseekers daily for openings across skill categories, including Engineering, IT, Business Professional, Administrative, Accounting / Finance, Skilled Trades and Industrial.
We offer eligible associates an ala carte benefits package, that can include direct deposit, free career counseling, 401(k), select paid holidays, short-term disability insurance, skills training, employee referral bonuses, and an affordable medical coverage plan.
Now part of The Adecco Group, our shared synergies combined with the investment Adecco continues to make in PDS offers significant advantages to both clients and associates alike. We share Adecco’s dedication to unlocking our Associates’ potential by unleashing the Future@Work and to the importance of human and labor rights, diversity and inclusion, environmental responsibility, and more.
Company Description
Since 1977, the PDS family of companies has become among the largest and most respected staffing companies in the United States. A vital part of the PDS family, PDS Tech Commercial connects highly skilled employees with Fortune 500 clients’ needs for project support such as contingent labor, statement of work / offload engineering projects, and permanent placements. PDS Tech Commercial has staffing partnerships with leading organizations based in the United States and globally. We hire jobseekers daily for openings across skill categories, including Engineering, IT, Business Professional, Administrative, Accounting / Finance, Skilled Trades and Industrial. We offer eligible associates an ala carte benefits package, that can include direct deposit, free career counseling, 401(k), select paid holidays, short-term disability insurance, skills training, employee referral bonuses, and an affordable medical coverage plan. Now part of The Adecco Group, our shared synergies combined with the investment Adecco continues to make in PDS offers significant advantages to both clients and associates alike. We share Adecco’s dedication to unlocking our Associates’ potential by unleashing the Future@Work and to the importance of human and labor rights, diversity and inclusion, environmental responsibility, and more.
