PDS Tech Commercial is seeking a skilled Technical Designer to support a leading aerospace innovator in Oklahoma City, OK. This is a hands on, high impact role where your electrical and installation expertise will directly contribute to the development and validation of critical lab systems used in next generation aerospace programs.
As a Technical Designer, you will develop and maintain electrical/mechanical documentation, support system builds, integrate design changes, and assist in troubleshooting complex lab systems. Your work ensures system accuracy, reliability, and readiness while supporting engineering teams and contributing to high quality product development.
Develop, update, and release electrical and mechanical drawings, system designs, and engineering documents.
Prepare documentation using design tools, incorporating design changes and validating accuracy.
Create and maintain system design layouts; identify and resolve design discrepancies.
Support system functionality testing, validation activities, and engineering test preparation.
Assist with developing installation designs and part designs ranging from simple to moderately complex.
Coordinate system build activities with internal teams and external suppliers.
Locate source data, perform analysis, and document results in accordance with established procedures.
Support production roles as assigned and follow all desktop procedures and publication standards.
Review, verify, and update documentation for accuracy, effectivity, and applicability.
Mark up illustrations and follow established formatting rules for SGML outputs when needed.
Participate in the design, fabrication, build, and analysis of test systems and components.
Provide hands on support in the lab:
Work under general direction with training provided after start.
Electrical background and hands on wiring experience.
Experience with wire installation.
Ability to support fabrication, assembly, and troubleshooting of lab systems.
Education/experience typically including:
Associate degree plus 3+ years of related experience, OR
Bachelor’s degree plus 1+ year of related experience, OR
5+ years of directly related experience.
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.
Must be eligible to obtain a Security Clearance.
Electrical installation experience in commercial or industrial environments.
Experience building or supporting lab test systems.
Ability to interpret engineering drawings, schematics, and technical publications.
Job Title: Technical Designer
Employment Type: Full-time; Consultant (3 months)
Location: Oklahoma City, OK (onsite)
Schedule: Monday–Friday, Second Shift (12 PM – 8 PM; some flexibility)
Pay Rate Starting at : $44.57 per hour
Overtime: Available as needed
At PDS Tech Commercial, you’ll be part of a collaborative, fast moving team supporting advanced aerospace technologies. You’ll work hands on with systems that help shape future products while receiving strong support, competitive compensation, and opportunities to expand your technical skill set. This role offers the chance to contribute directly to meaningful engineering and test activities in a dynamic lab environment.
If you’re a skilled technician or technical designer with strong electrical installation capabilities, we encourage you to apply today and bring your expertise to a high impact aerospace program.
Pay Details: $44.57 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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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
Massachusetts Candidates Only: It is unlawful in Massachusetts to require or administer a lie detector test as a condition of employment or continued employment. An employer who violates this law shall be subject to criminal penalties and civil liability.
