Engineering
Test Engineer Palmdale, CA Posted: 11/12/2024
Job Description
Job ID#:
208793
Job Category:
Engineering
Position Type:
Associate - W2
Duration:
52
Shift:
1
PDS Defense, Inc. is seeking a Test Engineer, in Palmdale, CA. Job ID#208793
Pay Rates: $19.25 - $110/hr
Job Description:
-Support The Stand-Up Of A Complex Program
-Responsible For Identifying Operational Testing Needs And Executing Strategic Planning Initiatives For Creating A Safe And Efficient Shop Floor Testing Environment
-Work In Parallel With Design Engineering, Quality Engineering, Manufacturing Engineering, Environmental Safety & Health And Production Operations
-Create Manufacturing Test Engineering Statement Of Work Contractual Requirements
-Interface With Shop Floor Management & Shop Floor Personnel To Help Troubleshoot And Resolve Vehicle Test Issues And Implement Process Improvements To Increase Efficiency
-Create Shop Aid Tooling, Analyze Shop Floor Performance And Support The Quality Organization In Root Cause Analysis And Corrective Action -Activities For Process-Related Defects
Required experience:
Testing and troubleshooting of aircraft sub-systems such as:
o fuel systems, pumps, valves, actuators, hydraulics, electrical
Acting as Test Conductor/ Director for air vehicle testing
Authoring air vehicle system (fuel, hydraulic, electrical, etc.) test procedures and plans
Identification and operation of specialized test equipment
Wire harness and interconnect installation/ integration
Aircraft Sub-systems assembly and integration
work instruction authoring and work planning
Hands-on production floor support (Direct ownership and support of specific operations as well as interface with touch-labor employees)
Hands-on experience with Ground Support Equipment (GSE), such as hydraulic mules, power carts, cooling air carts, etc.
Knowledge of common airworthiness, Quality, and manufacturing requirements for air vehicle validation
Ability to develop testing setups with little direction or information
Desired experience:
Experience and knowledge of typical Flight Line operations and ground support activities
Demonstrated interpersonal and collaboration skills required in a team environment
Ability to effectively present technical information to non-technical audiences
Development/ protype/ first article program support
Jet engine integration
Jet engine service and maintenance familiarity
Ability to determine the required regression testing during air vehicle rework, maintenance, or troubleshooting
conducting Safety Briefs/Huddles prior to testing in order to ensure team safety, FOD compliance, and efficiency during test events
Ability to understand aircraft system operation to an IPT level for all air vehicle systems
Experience testing protype air vehicles
Strong knowledge of all phases of manufacturing
Manufacturing Engineer type role previously held
3DX and Catia V5 software usage
STEM type degree
Benefits offered to vary by the contract. Depending on your temporary assignment, benefits may include direct deposit, free career counseling services, 401(k), select paid holidays, short-term disability insurance, skills training, employee referral bonus, affordable medical coverage plan, and DailyPay (in some locations). For a full description of benefits available to you, be sure to talk with your recruiter.
Job Requirements
Minimum Security Clearance:
Secret
VEVRAA Federal Contractor / Request Priority Protected Veteran Referrals / Equal Opportunity Employer / Veterans / Disabled
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The California Fair Chance Act
Los Angeles City Fair Chance Ordinance
Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance for Employers
San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance
VEVRAA Federal Contractor / Request Priority Protected Veteran Referrals / Equal Opportunity Employer / Veterans / Disabled
