Design the Future of Flight – Join as a Structural Engineer in Aviation Excellence

PDS Tech Commercial is partnering with a leading force in the aviation industry to bring on a highly skilled Structural Engineer. If you are passionate about solving complex engineering challenges and contributing to next-generation aircraft, this is your opportunity to make a lasting impact in a cutting-edge environment.

Position Overview

• Job Title: Structural Engineer

• Location: Melbourne, FL 32901 (Onsite Only)

• Job Type: Full-Time Consultant (6 Months, Contract-to-Hire Potential)

• Schedule: Monday–Friday | 1st Shift (9/80A), 7:30 AM – 5:00 PM

• Pay Rate: $72.00 – $92.00 per hour

In this role, you will perform advanced structural analysis that directly supports the design, safety, and performance of aerospace systems—playing a key part in mission-critical aviation programs.

What You’ll Do

As a Structural Engineer, your work will include:

• Performing static, dynamic, and damage tolerance (DaDT) analyses on metallic and composite airframe structures, mechanical systems, and equipment

• Utilizing both hand calculations and advanced engineering tools for analysis and validation

• Deriving non-flight applied loads and generating internal load distributions

• Working with tools such as FEMAP, NX, Teamcenter, and other engineering software

• Collaborating with cross-functional teams to solve complex engineering challenges

• Prioritizing and managing multiple tasks to meet program deadlines

• Developing innovative solutions while ensuring compliance with program standards

What You Bring

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in STEM with 10+ years of aerospace structural analysis experience, OR
  Master’s degree with 8+ years of experience, OR
  PhD with 5+ years of experience

• Strong background in aerospace structural analysis

• Proven ability to analyze complex problems and deliver effective solutions

• Experience working in collaborative, team-based engineering environments

• Must be eligible to obtain a Security Clearance.

• 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.
  
  

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience with flight-critical structural systems

• Advanced proficiency in FEMAP, NX, Teamcenter, or similar tools

• Strong communication and leadership skills in technical settings

• Experience balancing competing priorities in fast-paced aerospace programs

Why Join Us?

At PDS Tech Commercial, you don’t just take on a role—you help shape the future of aviation.

• Competitive compensation with high earning potential

• Opportunity to transition into a long-term, permanent position

• Work alongside top aerospace engineers and industry leaders

• Engage in innovative, high-impact aerospace programs

• Be part of a culture that values precision, collaboration, and excellence

This is your chance to elevate your career while contributing to technology that defines the future of flight.

Ready to Build What’s Next?

If you’re a driven Structural Engineer ready to take on complex challenges and make a real impact, we want to hear from you.

Apply today and help engineer the future of aviation with PDS Tech Commercial.

Pay Details: $72.00 to $92.00 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

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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

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