Systems Engineer

Engineer the Future of Aviation Technology as a Systems Engineer

Turn complex requirements into innovative solutions that keep aerospace systems mission-ready.

PDS Tech Commercial is partnering with a leading aviation and defense industry organization to hire a talented Systems Engineer in Orlando, FL. If you're passionate about systems integration, requirements management, test solutions, and engineering excellence, this is your opportunity to contribute to cutting‑edge aerospace technologies that support critical missions worldwide.

Position Details

• Job Title: Systems Engineer
• Location: Orlando, FL
• Worksite: 100 Global Innovation Cir, Orlando, FL
• Job Type: Full-Time Contract
• Assignment Dates: November 10, 2026 – May 7, 2027
• Pay Rate: $20.00 - $96.00 per hour (based on experience and qualifications)

Make an Impact

As a Systems Engineer, you will play a key role in supporting the development, integration, testing, and lifecycle management of sophisticated Automated Test Equipment (ATE) systems. Working within the Test Solutions organization, you’ll help transform customer requirements into comprehensive system solutions while balancing technical performance, schedule objectives, and cost considerations.

Your expertise will directly contribute to delivering reliable test capabilities that support advanced aerospace and aviation programs.

What You'll Do

Systems Engineering & Technical Planning

• Perform systems engineering activities across the product lifecycle, including concept development, design, integration, testing, operation, maintenance, and support.
• Develop system requirements from customer proposals, engineering changes, and program needs.
• Conduct requirements analysis, allocation, traceability, and verification activities.
• Ensure customer requirements are accurately translated into system‑level hardware and software specifications.

Requirements & Architecture Development

• Utilize DOORS and DOORS Next for comprehensive requirements management and traceability.
• Participate in the development of system architectures and technical solutions.
• Author performance specifications and Interface Control Documents (ICDs).
• Conduct functional analysis, trade studies, interface definition activities, and timeline assessments.

Automated Test Equipment (ATE) Support

• Support the design, development, and implementation of Automated Test Equipment systems.
• Work with Commercial Off-The-Shelf (COTS) test instrumentation, including:
  • Digital Multimeters
  • Spectrum Analyzers
  • Network Analyzers
  • Power Supplies
  • Electronic Loads
• Evaluate equipment performance and support technology refresh initiatives.

Verification, Testing & Troubleshooting

• Author integration, verification, validation, and test documentation.
• Execute system testing and support troubleshooting activities.
• Analyze system performance and resolve technical issues.
• Support test execution and ensure compliance with engineering standards and customer requirements.

Lifecycle & Sustainment Engineering

• Conduct obsolescence assessments and trade studies.
• Support risk, supportability, and effectiveness analyses.
• Apply knowledge of U.S. Government calibration standards and engineering best practices.
• Review and interpret hardware design drawings, schematics, and parts lists.

Required Qualifications

• Minimum 5 years of Systems Engineering experience.
• Experience supporting Automated Test Equipment (ATE) systems and test stations.
• Proficiency with DOORS and/or DOORS Next requirements management tools.
• Experience performing requirements development, analysis, allocation, and traceability.
• Ability to develop technical documentation, including specifications and interface control documents.
• Experience conducting troubleshooting, test execution, and systems integration activities.
• Strong understanding of systems engineering principles throughout the product lifecycle.
• Ability to read and interpret engineering drawings, schematics, hardware designs, and parts lists.
• Excellent analytical, problem‑solving, and organizational skills.
• Strong attention to detail and commitment to engineering excellence.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience within aerospace, aviation, defense, or other highly regulated industries.
• Background working with COTS-based test equipment and instrumentation.
• Knowledge of U.S. Government calibration standards and compliance requirements.