Lead the Future of Aviation as a Senior Engineering Specialist – Fly-By-Wire & Secondary Flight Control Systems
PDS Tech Commercial is seeking an accomplished Senior Engineering Specialist – Fly-By-Wire (FBW) & Secondary Flight Control Systems to join our team in partnership with a leader in the aviation industry. This is your opportunity to help shape the next generation of aircraft by supporting advanced flight control systems across world-class aviation platforms. If you are passionate about innovation, certification, and high-performance aerospace engineering, this role is ready for takeoff.
Job Title: Senior Engineering Specialist – Fly-By-Wire & Secondary Flight Control Systems
Job Type: Contractor, Contractor-to-Hire, or Direct Placement
Work Location: Candidates may be based in Wichita, KS, Dallas, TX, Hartford, CT, Tucson, AZ or Opa-locka, FL
Your Impact
As a Senior Engineering Specialist, you will play a vital role in integrating and sustaining Fly-By-Wire and Secondary Flight Control Systems for advanced aircraft programs while preparing future platforms for next-generation performance and efficiency. Your expertise will directly influence aircraft safety, certification success, product innovation, and customer satisfaction.
Lead the integration of FBW and Secondary Flight Control Systems on aircraft platforms
Support development of concepts, design philosophies, and system architecture with suppliers
Perform and review feasibility studies, technical analyses, and trade-off evaluations
Develop, validate, and verify technical requirements for flight control systems
Prepare and review system requirements, test procedures, and technical documentation
Execute test rig and aircraft testing activities
Review and prepare certification reports and compliance documentation
Troubleshoot in-service aircraft issues, determine root causes, and implement corrective actions
Ensure compliance with ARP4754 development processes and aviation standards
Support lifecycle cost analysis and future aircraft development initiatives
Coordinate with suppliers, regulatory authorities, final assembly lines, completion centers, and flight test teams
Travel occasionally to support operations in Montreal, Toronto, Wichita, and supplier locations
Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering, Aerospace Engineering, or related field
Minimum 7 years of experience in the aerospace industry
Direct involvement in the definition and certification of at least one Fly-By-Wire and/or Secondary Flight Control System
Strong knowledge of system definition, integration, and certification processes
Understanding of aircraft interfaces including electrical, hydraulic, avionics, and auto-flight systems
Knowledge of Part 25 certification processes
Strong problem-solving, organizational, and communication skills
Ability to work independently and collaboratively in fast-paced environments
Fluent in English and French
Experience in modeling and dynamic simulation of electrical and hydraulic flight control actuators
Working knowledge of MATLAB, Simulink, and Stateflow
Familiarity with ADAMS, CATIA, or related engineering design tools
Experience with requirements management tools
Strong MS Office skills
Demonstrated leadership, initiative, and customer-focused mindset
At PDS Tech Commercial, we connect top engineering talent with industry leaders building the future of aviation. When you join us, you’ll benefit from:
Flexible employment options: contract, contract-to-hire, or direct placement
Opportunity to work on cutting-edge aircraft and next-generation technologies
Hybrid work flexibility in Montreal
Exposure to global engineering teams, suppliers, and certification authorities
Competitive compensation based on experience and employment type
Career growth in a collaborative, innovative aerospace environment
A culture that values expertise, creativity, and continuous development
If you’re ready to bring your flight controls expertise to a world-class aerospace program, apply today and launch your next career opportunity with PDS Tech Commercial.
Pay Details: $81.46 to $117.26 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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