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# Systems Test Engineer

- **Company:** PDS Inc.
- **Location:** Los Angeles, CA, United States
- **Experience:** Expert
- **Salary:** $250,058.0
- **Contract:** Temporary contract
- **Skills:** Systems Engineering, Automation of Tests, Network Analysis, Global Positioning Systems (GPS), Software Tools, Software Engineering, Verification and Validation (Software), System Testing, Systems Integration, Software Troubleshooting, DO-178B
- **Published:** October 23, 2026
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## About the Role

* Bachelor's degree in a STEM discipline with 12 years of related experience; OR
 * Master's degree in a STEM discipline with 10 years of related experience; OR
 * PhD in a STEM discipline with 8 years of related experience.
 * Working knowledge of DO-229D Appendix R.
 * Knowledge of TSO/MSO-C145 requirements.
 * Experience with test automation and simulation for GPS Integrity Verification and Validation.
 * Strong troubleshooting, root-cause analysis, and problem-solving capabilities.
 * Must be eligible to obtain a Security Clearance.

Preferred Qualifications
Highly desirable qualifications include:

 * Knowledge of the DO-178C software development and certification process.
 * Hands-on experience with industry-standard test equipment, including:
 + Network analyzers
 + Oscilloscopes
 + Waveform generators
 + Synthesizers
 + Digitizers
 + Signal analyzers
 * Experience using Spirent or similar GPS testing equipment.
 * Background supporting aerospace, avionics, navigation, guidance, or mission-critical systems.
 * Strong technical communication and cross-functional collaboration skills., If you're an experienced systems test professional with a passion for aerospace technology, complex problem-solving, and mission-critical system validation, we want to hear from you.

## Description

As a Systems Test Engineer, you'll play a critical role within the Integration & Test team, supporting the development, verification, and validation of sophisticated guidance, navigation, and control systems for aircraft applications. Your expertise will help ensure that complex aerospace systems meet rigorous performance, reliability, and safety standards before deployment.
Working alongside multidisciplinary engineering teams, you'll contribute to the testing and validation of cutting-edge technologies that help shape the future of aviation.
What You'll Do
In this role, you will:

 * Identify, troubleshoot, and resolve equipment issues that support system integration, build-out, and sell-off activities.
 * Communicate project progress, technical findings, and risks to Integration & Test leadership.
 * Collaborate with systems engineers to perform architecture characterization studies and evaluate system performance.
 * Design, develop, and execute test methodologies for both commercial off-the-shelf (COTS) equipment and custom-engineered systems.
 * Develop and implement test procedures, algorithms, software tools, and simulations supporting guidance, navigation, and control systems.
 * Analyze test results and compile data to support engineering decisions and system improvements.
 * Recommend enhancements to testing methodologies, manufacturing processes, procedures, and equipment.
 * Support verification and validation efforts for GPS integrity and navigation system performance.
 * Contribute to system qualification activities while ensuring compliance with applicable aerospace standards and requirements.