Wire Design & Install Engineer 3

Engineering

Wire Design & Install Engineer 3 Long Beach, CA Posted: 7/15/2026

Job Description

Job ID#:

219041

Job Category:

Engineering

Position Type:

Associate - W2

Duration:

52

Shift:

1

PDS Defense, Inc. is seeking a Wire Design & Install Engineer 3, in Long Beach, CA. Job ID#219041

Pay Rate: $75 - $80/hr

Job Description:

In this dynamic position, you will leverage your expertise to design and implement electrical solutions that enhance aircraft capabilities and operational efficiency. You will work on projects that involve retrofitting existing aircraft with advanced connectivity systems or the latest interior accommodations, all with the goal of optimizing electrical layouts and ensuring seamless integration of new technologies. Your contributions will directly impact the comfort, performance, and reliability of aircraft, enabling our customers to maintain competitive advantages in the aviation market.

In addition to technical responsibilities, you will have the opportunity to engage with customers, understanding their unique operational challenges and providing tailored solutions that enhance their fleet's capabilities. This customer-centric approach is essential in fostering long-term relationships and ensuring customer satisfaction.

Position Responsibilities:

Design and develop electrical systems, including equipment racks, power panels, cable routing, and antenna configurations

Create and maintain detailed designs for cable and wire harness assemblies

Works with customers and suppliers to develop and document complex electronic and electrical system requirements

Document processes, specifications, and procedures that support the design and manufacturing of electrical commodities

Review supplier technical data to ensure system integration and compliance with requirements

Provide technical support and troubleshooting to airlines and modification sites

Collaborate with a multi-disciplinary team of engineers in an agile environment, utilizing the latest tools and methodologies to deliver innovative solutions

Engage in continuous improvement initiatives to enhance design efficiency and effectiveness

Required Skills:

Bachelor of Science degree in Engineering (with a focus in Electrical, Mechanical or Aeronautical), Computer Science, Data Science, Mathematics, Physics, Chemistry or non-US equivalent qualifications directly related to the work statement

5+ years of related work experience

Preferred Skills:

Analytical Skills (Technical)

Skill and ability to: collect, organize, synthesize, and analyze data; summarize findings; develop conclusions and recommendations from appropriate data sources

Engineering Drawings & Specs

Ability to read, understand, and interpret engineering drawings and specifications (e.g., blueprint/schematic reading, specification, change, design)

Computer Aided Design Tools

Knowledge of computer aided design tools and systems (e.g., computer aided design/computer aided manufacturing (CAD/CAM), computer aided three dimensional interactive (CATIA), Mentor Graphics, Unigraphics)

Engineering Judgment

Exercises engineering judgment in developing appropriate decisions considering decision criteria, implications, and possible consequences, to ensure product design integrity. Demonstrates understanding of the applicable scientific and engineering knowledge and involves others in obtaining information for the engineering decision-making process

Systems Thinking

Ability to understand the big picture and the inter-relationships of all positions and activities in the system, including the impact of changes in one area on another area. This includes the ability to see and understand the inter-relationships between components of systems and plans, anticipate future events, and apply the principles of systems thinking to accelerate performance

Certification & Qualification

Knowledge of verification, validation, certification and qualification processes and procedures (e.g. DO-160 and D6 requirements), including knowledge of governing regulations and compliance requirements. Ability to assess and document test or analysis data to show compliance

Education / Experience:

Education/experience typically acquired through advanced technical education from an accredited course of study in engineering, computer science, mathematics, physics or chemistry (e.g. Bachelor) and typically 5 or more years' related work experience (e.g. PhD, Master+3 years' related work experience). In the USA, ABET accreditation is the preferred, although not required, accreditation standard.

Benefits offered to vary by the contract. Depending on your temporary assignment, benefits may include direct deposit, free career counseling services, 401(k), select paid holidays, short-term disability insurance, skills training, employee referral bonus, affordable medical coverage plan, and DailyPay (in some locations). For a full description of benefits available to you, be sure to talk with your recruiter.

Job Requirements

Minimum Security Clearance:

No Clearance

Military connected talent encouraged to apply.

VEVRAA Federal Contractor / Request Priority Protected Veteran Referrals / 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

VEVRAA Federal Contractor / Request Priority Protected Veteran Referrals / Equal Opportunity Employer / Veterans / Disabled