Launch Your Career to New Heights – Structural Engineer III at PDS Tech Commercial (Aviation & Aerospace)
Location: Chandler, AZ Shift: 1st shift, 9/80 Pay Rate: $50.72 - $97.20
This position requires a Security Clearance.
Are you a skilled structural analyst with a passion for aerospace innovation? PDS Tech Commercial is looking for an experienced Structural Engineer III to support a cutting-edge Launch Vehicles (LV) program with our client in Chandler, AZ. This is your opportunity to contribute to next-generation aerospace technologies that will shape the future of flight and space exploration.
Your Mission and ImpactAs a member of the Structural Analysis team, you’ll work in a fast-paced, collaborative environment alongside engineers in loads and dynamics, thermal, aero, and materials testing. Your structural expertise will play a pivotal role in the design, analysis, and validation of advanced launch vehicle components. From conceptual design to manufacturing support, your work will help bring high-performance aerospace systems to life.
Key ResponsibilitiesPerform detailed hand calculations and conduct linear and non-linear Finite Element Analysis (FEA) for structural components
Support launch vehicle development by troubleshooting design issues and contributing to design iterations
Present technical findings to leadership and customers, and produce formal engineering documentation
Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams including design, materials, and test engineering
Develop and implement material testing methods for metallic and composite materials
Support structural design changes for high-temperature and hypersonic applications
Contribute to Ground Support Equipment (GSE) design and analysis
Required QualificationsBachelor’s degree in a STEM discipline with 10–14 years of experience
Hands-on experience with structural engineering tools such as Femap, NASTRAN, NASGRO, Abaqus, MathCAD, NX, or Teamcenter
Solid understanding of structural methods, troubleshooting, and problem-solving techniques
Experience in GSE structural design or analysis
Strong communication and technical reporting skills
Preferred QualificationsMaster’s or Ph.D. in a STEM discipline with 8–10 years of experience
Expertise in high-temperature materials and hypersonic structural applications
Proficiency in composite materials analysis (carbon, ceramic)
Knowledge of fatigue, fracture mechanics, and Fracture Control Plans
Apply TodayReady to engineer what’s next in aerospace? If you have the experience, clearance, and technical drive to tackle complex structural challenges, apply now and join PDS Tech Commercial in powering tomorrow’s launch vehicles—today.
Pay Details: $50.72 to $97.20 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
