Professional Senior, Engineering, Hydromechanical at PDS · Wichita

Engineer the Systems That Keep Aircraft Moving

Professional Senior, Engineering – Hydromechanical

PDS Tech Commercial | Partnering with a Leader in the Aviation Industry

Lead Innovation in Critical Aircraft Systems

PDS Tech Commercial is seeking a Professional Senior Hydromechanical Engineer to join a world-class aviation partner. In this role, you will lead the design, integration, and certification of essential flight control, hydraulic, and landing gear systems—ensuring aircraft performance, safety, and reliability at the highest level.

This is your opportunity to bring deep technical expertise to complex aerospace programs and make a direct impact on next-generation aircraft systems.

Role Details

• Job Type: Full-Time Consultant (12-month assignment)

• Locations: Montreal, Toronto, or Wichita, USA

• Work Model: Hybrid (2–3 days onsite, subject to change)

• Schedule: Monday–Friday

• Pay Rate: $74.64 - $84.64 per hour

What You’ll Do

As a senior engineering leader, you will:

• Lead the integration of hydromechanical systems, including flight controls, hydraulics, and landing gear

• Define system architecture, specifications, and design solutions

• Coordinate development activities between suppliers and internal engineering teams

• Ensure successful design, validation, certification, and delivery of systems

• Review and approve engineering documentation, analyses, and deliverables

• Evaluate and ensure the quality of supplier technical outputs

• Conduct system validation and verification through analysis, rig testing, and aircraft testing

• Define and execute qualification and certification test plans

• Investigate and resolve technical issues and test findings with suppliers

• Prepare and review certification and qualification reports

• Collaborate cross-functionally with stress, loads, RM&S, simulation, and operations teams

• Track progress, identify risks, and communicate updates to stakeholders

• Support continuous improvement and optimization of system designs

What You Bring

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Mechanical or Aerospace Engineering

• 7–10 years of experience in hydromechanical system design, integration, or certification

• Proven expertise in flight control, hydraulic, or landing gear systems

• Strong understanding of airworthiness regulations and certification processes

• Excellent technical writing and communication skills (English required)

• Ability to work independently, manage priorities, and lead in a cross-functional environment

• Strong collaboration skills with suppliers and internal stakeholders

• Proficiency with MS Office tools

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience with CATIA, MATLAB, and Simulink

• Demonstrated success in system integration and aircraft-level testing

• Strong problem-solving mindset with a proactive, solution-driven approach

• Experience contributing to complex aerospace development programs

Why Join Us

At PDS Tech Commercial, you’ll help shape the future of aviation while advancing your career:

• Partner with a globally recognized aerospace innovator

• Work on high-impact aircraft systems that define safety and performance

• Collaborate with top-tier engineers in a dynamic, multidisciplinary environment

• Enjoy a flexible hybrid work model

• Competitive compensation aligned with your expertise

• Gain exposure to cutting-edge aerospace technologies and certification processes

We’re looking for experienced professionals who are ready to lead, innovate, and make a difference.

Take Your Engineering Career to New Heights

If you’re ready to lead hydromechanical system innovation and play a key role in advanced aircraft development, this opportunity is for you.

Apply today and help power the systems that keep the aviation industry moving forward.

Pay Details: $74.64 to $84.64 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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• Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance for Employers
• San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance

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