Electrical Network & Digital Connectivity Engineer
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Job description
As an Electrical Network and Digital Connectivity Engineer, you will play a vital role in designing, validating and supporting advanced digital systems across several aircraft models. Your work will include, * Develop and document moderately complex electrical and electronic system requirements.
- Design hardware, software and interface specifications across diverse aircraft architectures.
- Translate high level requirements into detailed operational, architectural and integration specifications.
Supplier & Cross-Functional Coordination
- Collaborate with suppliers on hardware, software and interface specification development.
- Monitor supplier performance to ensure compliance and seamless system integration.
Testing, Validation & Troubleshooting
- Validate system designs through lab and airplane testing.
- Define and configure lab setups for connectivity system evaluation.
- Develop and execute integrated test plans and procedures.
- Create software scripts to support or automate testing workflows and analysis.
- Troubleshoot fielded hardware and software issues throughout the product lifecycle., * Research emerging technologies to identify opportunities for integration into future programs.
- Participate in installation design and certification activities for network and connectivity systems.
- Develop operational use cases and performance evaluation strategies.
- Apply Model-Based Systems Engineering (MBSE) tools to build architecture mapping and simulation environments.
Requirements
- Bachelor of Science in engineering, engineering technology, computer science, mathematics, physics or related field.
- 5+ years of related experience (or Master's with 3+ years; PhD with experience).
- Proficiency with Linux/UNIX operating systems.
- Solid understanding of network, hardware, software systems and technical system architecture.
- Experience with systems engineering principles: requirements, functional decomposition, integrated design, verification and evaluation.
- Ability to work independently while effectively supporting cross-functional teams.
- 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., * Knowledge of FAA certification processes.
- Experience with system design and integration during aircraft development programs.
- Strong troubleshooting ability in both software and hardware aerospace environments.
- Experience reading and interpreting software logs and code.
- Familiarity with MBSE tools and model-based development practices.
- Demonstrated project management skills in a fast-paced engineering environment.
- Experience collaborating with cross-organizational stakeholders and customers.
Benefits & conditions
At PDS Tech Commercial, you're not just taking on a job-you're stepping into a role where your work shapes the future of aerospace connectivity. Here's what you can expect:
- A dynamic and collaborative engineering environment grounded in innovation and continuous learning.
- The chance to work with cutting-edge digital and network systems used across major aircraft platforms.
- A supportive culture that values problem-solving, teamwork and technical excellence.
- Opportunities to gain hands-on experience throughout the entire system lifecycle-from concept to certification to sustained operations.
- Competitive compensation and a consistent weekday schedule, giving you balance while working on impactful, high visibility projects., Pay Details: $56.92 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
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