Mass Properties Engineer

SHAPE THE FUTURE OF AEROSPACE — PUT YOUR MASS PROPERTIES EXPERTISE TO WORK

Mass Properties Engineer | PDS Tech Commercial | Aviation Industry

Location: Vandalia, OH

Pay Rate: $59.28/hour

THE OPPORTUNITY

PDS Tech Commercial is partnering with a leader in the aviation industry to find an experienced Mass Properties Engineer to support the development of advanced aerospace systems.

In this role, you'll apply your expertise in mass properties calculations, analysis, modeling, simulation, and aircraft inventory to support sophisticated aerospace products throughout their lifecycle. You'll collaborate with multidisciplinary engineering teams and contribute technical expertise to products ranging from advanced mission systems and aircraft to orbital and space exploration technologies.

Your work will help ensure aerospace systems meet critical design, performance, and engineering requirements.

WHAT YOU'LL DO

As a Mass Properties Engineer, you will:

• Lead the calculation and analysis of mass properties for advanced aerospace systems.

• Develop, maintain, and validate mass properties models and simulations.

• Conduct aircraft inventory activities and accurately document component weights and configurations.

• Perform aircraft weighing and mass properties assessments.

• Apply engineering principles to support design and development activities throughout the product lifecycle.

• Analyze complex aerospace components, structures, and systems.

• Collaborate with multidisciplinary design and development teams.

• Utilize Computer-Aided Engineering (CAE) tools to support engineering analysis.

• Contribute to the research, design, development, testing, certification, deployment, and support of advanced aerospace products.

• Provide technical guidance and mentorship to junior engineers.

• Communicate technical findings and recommendations to engineering and program teams.

• Support the development and improvement of engineering processes, models, and analytical methods.

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS

• Bachelor's degree in Aerospace Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, or a related engineering discipline .

• 6+ years of relevant engineering experience .

• A higher-level relevant degree may substitute for some required experience.

• Experience with:

• Aircraft inventory

• Mass properties calculations

• Mass properties analysis

• Mass properties modeling

• Mass properties simulation

• General knowledge of engineering principles and practices.

• Exposure to Computer-Aided Engineering (CAE) tools.

• Experience working within multidisciplinary design and development teams.

• Strong analytical, problem-solving, communication, and technical documentation skills.

• English proficiency in speaking, reading, and writing.

• Must be eligible to obtain a Security Clearance.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

• Master's degree or Ph.D. in Aerospace Engineering.

• Aerospace and Defense industry experience.

• Knowledge of industry-standard aerospace engineering principles.

• Experience with parametric design.

• Knowledge of Model-Based Definition (MBD).

• Understanding of flight mechanics fundamentals.

• Experience with aircraft weighing.

• Knowledge of aerospace principles and engineering practices.

• Experience supporting U.S. Department of Defense programs.

• U.S. Military background or experience working in military aerospace environments.

WHY JOIN US?

At PDS Tech Commercial , we connect talented engineering professionals with opportunities to contribute to advanced technology across the aviation and aerospace industry.

This position offers the opportunity to work on complex aerospace systems while collaborating with multidisciplinary engineering teams. You'll apply your technical expertise to real-world challenges involving aircraft, advanced mission systems, and next-generation aerospace technologies.

What you can expect:

• Competitive pay of $59.28/hour

• Opportunity to work with a leader in the aviation industry

• Exposure to advanced aerospace programs and technologies

• Collaborative, multidisciplinary engineering environment

• Opportunities to provide technical leadership and mentorship

• Work that supports the full product development lifecycle

• The opportunity to grow your aerospace engineering expertise through challenging technical projects

READY TO MAKE AN IMPACT?

If you're an experienced aerospace or mechanical engineer with a strong background in mass properties calculations, analysis, modeling, simulation, and aircraft inventory , this is your opportunity to put your expertise to work on advanced aerospace systems.

Apply today for the Mass Properties Engineer position in Vandalia, OH, and take the next step in your aerospace engineering career with PDS Tech Commercial.

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: $59.28 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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• San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance

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