PDS Limited · 4 hours ago
Test Instrumentation Engineer
Seattle, WA
Full-time
Onsite
Senior Level, Lead/Staff
$63.04/hr - $63.04/hr
9+ years expPDS Tech Commercial is partnering with a leader in the aviation industry to hire an experienced Instrumentation Engineer to lead the development, execution, and continuous improvement of complex test and calibration systems. The role involves defining standardized test methods, guiding instrumentation design, and ensuring data integrity across advanced aviation test programs.
Apparel & Fashion
No H1B
U.S. Citizen Only
Responsibilities
Develop, document, and standardize test methods and processes to ensure repeatability and productivity
Lead the creation, improvement, and approval of test procedures and calibration processes
Design calibration systems, test fixtures, and data acquisition architectures
Develop data processing tools, algorithms, calibration procedures, and supporting software
Guide teams designing test hardware, software, and systems to meet program objectives
Lead technical design reviews and oversee test team debriefs
Analyze, process, format, and approve test data prior to customer delivery
Establish data expectations using historical trends and validation methods
Ensure calibration system readiness, data validity, and compliance with program requirements
Lead cost-effective verification and validation strategies
Manage baselines and changes to scope, requirements, cost, schedule, risk, and supply chain
Lead proposal development, estimates, and statement-of-work approvals
Communicate plans and performance across cross-functional stakeholder teams
Mentor and train engineers while working independently with minimal direction
Qualification
Required
Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering, Computer Science, or equivalent
Extensive engineering design experience (typically 20+ years)
Strong project management expertise
Experience with Integrated Test Vehicle (ITV) design
Experience with airplane systems instrumentation and wind tunnel instrumentation
Proficiency with drafting tools such as MS Visio, Zuken, CATIA, AutoCAD, or similar
Expertise in instrumentation sensors and data/control acquisition systems
Strong knowledge of hydraulic systems and airplane electrical systems
Systems engineering experience
Proficiency with LabVIEW and National Instruments (NI) hardware
Preferred
Master's degree in Electrical Engineering or equivalent
Understanding of electromagnetic interference (EMI)
Experience with PLCs and closed-loop control systems
Benefits
Medical
Dental
Vision
Life insurance
Short-term disability
Additional voluntary benefits
EAP program
Commuter benefits
401K plan
Paid Sick Leave
Holiday pay
Company
PDS Limited
PDS Limited is a global end-to-end sourcing and manufacturing platform serving the world’s leading brands and retailers.
5001-10000 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Late StageLeadership Team
Vikesh Jain
COO & CFO
Recent News
2025-08-24
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