Elevate your career as a Senior Advanced Systems Engineer and lead the charge in developing cutting-edge aerospace solutions that shape the future of flight in Clearwater, FL!

About the Role:

PDS Tech Commercial Inc. is seeking a highly skilled and experienced Senior Advanced Systems Engineer to contribute to the development of advanced solutions for a critical customer mission. In this role, you will be at the forefront of new product development, focusing on technical risk management, customer missionization, and system verification for airborne complex electronic hardware. If you're ready to work on cutting-edge projects that shape the future of aerospace systems, we want you on our team!

Key Responsibilities:

• Lead technical tasks associated with new product development , ensuring milestones are met and projects stay on track.

• Identify, assess, and manage technical risks , ensuring project success and smooth development throughout.

• Collaborate across multiple functions to deliver high-quality solutions within defined deadlines and budget constraints.

• Ensure full compliance with industry standards, regulations, and best practices throughout the development lifecycle.

• Perform in-depth customer flow-down requirements analysis , feasibility assessments, and develop strategic technical solutions for testing, architecture design, and test development.

• Develop and maintain critical system documentation, including:

• System-level requirements

• Interface Control Documents

• Hardware Requirements Specifications

• Software Test Plans and Procedures (complying with DO-178 )

• Hardware Verification Test Plans and Procedures (complying with DO-254 )

• Airborne Complex Electronic Hardware Requirement Verification and Certification documents.

• Design and develop system verification test cases and scripts , validating system performance and ensuring compliance with relevant standards.

• Regularly update and manage project schedules and budgets , ensuring alignment with system engineering perspectives and project goals.

• Provide mentorship and guidance to engineering team members throughout all stages of product development, from requirements definition to system architecture development, design, integration, and verification.

Qualifications:

Must-Have:

• Bachelor’s Degree in Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, Computer Science, Aerospace Engineering, or a related field.

• 10+ years of experience in the systems engineering process, including requirements analysis, verification, and validation testing.

• Expertise in DO-178 and DO-254 certification standards.

• In-depth understanding of Hardware Accomplishment Summary (HAS) , Plan for Hardware Aspects of Certification (PHAC) , and Stages of Involvement (SOI) for both DO-254 and DO-178 .

• Experience with Sensors , Guidance , and Navigation systems.

• Proficiency with Requirements and Configuration Management tools such as IBM Rational DOORS, JIRA, Bitbucket, Bamboo, and Collaborator.

Why Join Us?

At PDS Tech, we offer more than just a job — we offer you the opportunity to work on impactful projects in the aerospace industry alongside industry experts. Join a dynamic and innovative team that is committed to pushing the boundaries of technology and product development. Here, your expertise will directly contribute to the next generation of aerospace systems that will shape the future of aviation.

What We Offer:

• Competitive pay rate of $63 - $73/hr .

• Opportunities to work on cutting-edge projects in the aerospace and defense industry.

• A collaborative, innovative work environment .

• Career growth and development opportunities.

• Mentorship and leadership from seasoned professionals.

Ready to Take Flight?

If you have the qualifications, skills, and passion to drive the success of next-generation aerospace systems, we want to hear from you! Apply now to become part of an industry-leading team.

Apply Today to Join PDS Tech and Shape the Future of Aerospace!

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: $63.00 to $73.00 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 California Fair Chance Act

• Los Angeles City Fair Chance Ordinance

• Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance for Employers

• San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance