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Mechanical Engineer

PDS Tech Commercial, Inc.
Wichita, KS Full Time
POSTED ON 6/30/2026
AVAILABLE BEFORE 7/29/2026
Build What Moves The World — Mechanical Engineer (Aerospace Components)

Join PDS Tech Commercial in powering innovation for a globally recognized leader in advanced electronic instruments and electromechanical systems. If you're a hands-on Mechanical Engineer who thrives in fast-paced, high-impact environments, this is your opportunity to design, repair, and elevate mission-critical aerospace components.

At-a-Glance

  • Location: Wichita, KS — Onsite
  • Schedule: Monday–Friday, 8:00 AM–5:00 PM
  • Pay Rate: $38.00/hr

Your Impact

As a Mechanical Engineer, you’ll play a pivotal role in developing and modifying hydraulic, pneumatic, fuel, and electromechanical systems that keep aerospace operations running safely and efficiently. Your work will directly support FAA repair station activities and help deliver compliant, high-quality component repair solutions.

What You’ll Do

  • Lead engineering efforts to evaluate technical feasibility and resolve production issues
  • Plan and execute engineering programs—defining milestones, scope, and customer requirements
  • Develop and implement repair capabilities for hydraulic, pneumatic, and electromechanical components
  • Design, build, and modify test stands and equipment for validation and performance testing
  • Create and revise designs to support cost reduction, obsolescence management, and product enhancements
  • Review and approve drawings, bills of materials, procedures, and engineering reports
  • Develop and submit DER repair packages and support FAA FAR-145 compliance
  • Perform analyses such as FEA, reliability studies, FMEA, and safety assessments
  • Manage engineering project schedules and budgets, providing progress reports
  • Collaborate cross-functionally to solve complex engineering and operational challenges

What You Bring

Required Qualifications

  • Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering or related field
  • Minimum 3 years of experience in a regulated industry (aerospace/defense strongly preferred)
  • Hands-on experience with assembly, disassembly, and testing of hydraulic, pneumatic, and electromechanical systems
  • Strong understanding of engineering principles, design validation, and regulatory compliance
  • Demonstrated ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment
  • Excellent communication, analytical, and problem-solving skills

Preferred Qualifications

  • Experience with FAA certification processes and DER documentation
  • Familiarity with LabVIEW and SolidWorks
  • Background in test equipment design and development
  • Proven success working cross-functionally and leading technical initiatives

Why Join Us

  • High-Impact Work: Contribute to advanced aerospace systems that make a real-world difference
  • Hands-On Innovation: Work in a dynamic environment where your ideas and technical expertise are valued
  • Career Growth: Expand your skillset in a collaborative setting that supports learning and advancement
  • Supportive Culture: Join a team that values integrity, teamwork, and continuous improvement
  • Competitive Compensation: Earn a strong hourly rate with opportunities to grow

Ready to Engineer the Future?

If you're a driven Mechanical Engineer ready to take your career to the next level, we want to hear from you. Apply today and bring your expertise to a team that’s shaping the future of aerospace technology.

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: $38.00 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

Military connected talent encouraged to apply

To read our Candidate Privacy Information Statement, which explains how we will use your information, please navigate to https://www.pdstech.com/candidate-privacy

Requirements

The Company will consider qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records in accordance with federal, state, and local laws and/or security clearance requirements, including, as applicable:

  • The California Fair Chance Act
  • Los Angeles City Fair Chance Ordinance
  • Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance for Employers
  • San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance

Massachusetts Candidates Only: It is unlawful in Massachusetts to require or administer a lie detector test as a condition of employment or continued employment. An employer who violates this law shall be subject to criminal penalties and civil liability.

Salary : $38

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