PDS Tech is currently seeking a Mechanical / Electromechanical Design Engineer for our client in San Carlos, CA
Direct Opportunity!
Degree and 6+ years experience required + Catia

Overview
As part of my clients test team, you will design hardware to assemble, install, and perform validation and verification testing of flight critical components and systems for VTOL electric aircraft. Work may include detailed CAD design of parts and subassemblies, hands-on prototyping, and integration of components into designs, on the fly modifications of systems to match modifications on the flight hardware, etc.

Responsibilities

• Design hardware to assemble, install, and perform validation and verification testing of flight critical components and systems. This will require working closely with the Airframe and Actuators, Propulsion and Avionics, and Software teams, to capture the nuances of the components, system architectures, and operating conditions, that define the design requirements for these projects.
• Develop full designs, drawing packages, BOMs, and assembly instructions for the above projects. Additionally procure hardware from suppliers, and coordinate manufacturing with internal shops.
• Lead integration of designs and ensure that the systems meet the design requirements set out from the beginning. This may involve on-the-fly modifications of designs to keep up with modifications to the hardware to be assembled, installed, or tested.
• Manage the project status and timelines for the Integration and Testing Design Team and collaborate with Team Lead to ensure proper resource allocation to de-risk the critical paths.
• Create and implement tools to maximize Design Team productivity.
• Manage the hardware needs of the Design Team and provide recommendations for investment.

If you are interested in this opportunity - please send resume with contact to: denglert@pdstech.com
Required

• M.S. in Mechanical Engineering or a relevant discipline
• 6+ years of work experience
• Strong engineering knowledge and instincts
• Excellent problem-solving skills
• Strong communication and social skills. The ability to work with many different people and manage working relationships
• Hands-on attitude
• Proficiency in Computer Aided Design, and engineering drawing creation
• Experience in mechanical design and fabrication of heavily loaded components and structures, as well as high-precision components.
• Experience with design and fabrication of weldments, hydraulic systems, and pneumatic systems.
• Hands on machine shop skills using lathe, mill, welder, and other machine shop equipment.
• Experience with project execution from initial concept development through to final commissioning of system.

Desired

• Ph.D in relevant discipline
• 10+ years of work experience in relevant industry
• Experience with Dassault Systemes CAD, specifically using Generative Shape Design, Part Design and Assembly Design
• Project management experience
• Experience designing aerospace test equipment
• Experience with design of automated hardware, including sensor selection and implementation
• Experience with PLC programming and controller development for industrial equipment
• Experience with hardware in the loop testing
• Experience designing aircraft flight hardware and/or ground support equipment
• Experience with High Voltage systems
• Aircraft homebuilding or rapid prototyping experience is a plus
• Experience with aircraft FAA certification processes

PDS Tech Commercial, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, national origin, disability, veteran status, age, marital status, pregnancy, genetic information, or other legally protected status.