Shape the Future of Space Exploration: Join PDS Tech Commercial as a Systems Engineer (Aerospace)
Location: Windsor Locks, CT 06096
Schedule: Monday–Friday 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM (First Shift)
Job Type: Full-time 12-Month Consultant Role
Pay Rate: $55–$96/hr (commensurate with experience)
Take Your Engineering Career to the Edge of InnovationPDS Tech Commercial is seeking a passionate and highly skilled Systems Engineer to contribute to a trailblazing space exploration mission. You’ll support the design and development of Dragonfly hardware—a next-generation solution for NASA and the aerospace community. This is your opportunity to play a key role in building the systems that will shape humanity’s presence beyond Earth.
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.
What You’ll DoAct as a liaison with internal stakeholders, suppliers, and customers to capture and negotiate system requirements.
Document, validate, and manage system requirements across the full lifecycle.
Allocate and derive lower-level technical requirements.
Ensure rigorous requirements traceability and compliance tracking.
Capture and assess risks and rationale associated with design changes.
Contribute to the success of a cross-functional integrated product development (IPD) team.
Required QualificationsBachelor’s degree in Mechanical, Aerospace, Electrical, Systems, or Chemical Engineering.
8–20 years of relevant engineering experience.
Proven leadership skills with the ability to work independently or collaboratively.
Exceptional attention to detail, writing, and math skills.
Preferred QualificationsExperience in full hardware development life cycle (proposal to verification).
Familiarity with NASA-based requirements and aerospace compliance standards.
Cross-disciplinary understanding of space flight hardware—mechanical, electrical, software, safety, and materials.
Why Join PDS Tech Commercial?At PDS Tech Commercial, we don’t just fill roles—we connect top-tier talent with projects that push the boundaries of innovation. When you join us:
You’ll contribute directly to groundbreaking missions like Dragonfly.
You’ll work alongside top minds in aerospace engineering.
You’ll receive competitive pay and potential access to extended opportunities.
You’ll be part of a team that values precision, progress, and purpose.
Ready to Launch Your Next Mission?Join a company thats engineering the future of space. Apply today and help us bring the next great aerospace achievement to life.
Click "Apply Now" to join PDS Tech Commercial and shape the systems of tomorrow.
Pay Details: $55.00 to $96.00 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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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
