Facilities Engineer

PDS Tech, Commercial Inc.

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El Segundo, California

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PERMANENT

Updated 09/02/2026

Job Description

Job Summary

Build the Future of Aerospace Operations as a Facilities Engineer

PDS Tech Commercial is partnering with a leading aviation and aerospace innovator to find a highly skilled Facilities Engineer to support critical manufacturing operations in El Segundo, California.

If youre an engineering professional who thrives on solving complex equipment and infrastructure challenges, driving reliability, and supporting advanced manufacturing environments, this is your opportunity to make a lasting impact. In this role, youll help ensure the performance, safety, and efficiency of mission-critical facilities and production systems that support some of the industrys most innovative aerospace programs.

Position:

Facilities Engineer (Level 3)

Job Type:

Full-Time Consultant 12-Month Assignment

Location:

El Segundo, CA 90245 (100 Onsite)

Schedule:

Monday-Friday 9/80 Work Schedule

Pay Rate:

$92.19 per hour

Make an Impact Every Day

As a Facilities Engineer, you will play a vital role in maintaining and improving manufacturing equipment and facility infrastructure. Your expertise will directly support operational excellence by maximizing equipment performance, minimizing downtime, and driving continuous improvement across a highly advanced aerospace manufacturing environment.

You will collaborate with maintenance, production, quality, and engineering teams to ensure equipment reliability, support new projects, and implement proactive maintenance strategies that keep operations running at peak performance.

What Youll DoDay-to-Day Responsibilities

Serve as a technical expert for mechanical, electrical, plumbing, and automation/control systems.

Partner with maintenance technicians to troubleshoot equipment and infrastructure issues.

Review facility and infrastructure designs for new installations and modifications, ensuring maintainability, compatibility, and operational effectiveness.

Improve equipment reliability, performance, and uptime through data-driven engineering solutions.

Collaborate with production, maintenance, and quality teams to optimize operational processes.

Coordinate contractors and develop detailed Statements of Work (SOWs).

Take ownership of assigned equipment and systems, including preventive maintenance planning and spare parts management.

Lead Root Cause and Corrective Action (RCCA) investigations and implementation efforts.

Conduct Failure Modes and Effects Analysis (FMEA) and equipment risk assessments.

Develop and execute machine monitoring strategies using vibration, temperature, and other condition-based indicators.

Support reliability-centered maintenance programs and predictive maintenance initiatives.

Verify engineering designs meet applicable codes, standards, and company requirements, including ASME and NFPA standards.

Create training materials, standard operating procedures (SOPs), and equipment documentation.

Support Integrated Product Teams (IPTs) and contribute to continuous improvement efforts.

Assist in developing equipment specifications for future capital investments and facility upgrades.

Required QualificationsBasic Qualifications

Bachelors degree in a STEM discipline with 5+ years of relevant experience; OR

Masters degree in a STEM discipline with 3+ years of relevant experience; OR

PhD in a STEM discipline with 1+ year of relevant experience.

Experience in one or more of the following areas:

Facilities Engineering

Mechanical Engineering

Electrical Engineering

Power Systems

Construction Engineering

Operations

Aerospace

Equipment Design or Manufacturing Engineering

Experience with programming and control systems, including:

Ladder Logic

Structured Text

Function Block Diagrams

Temperature and Pressure Control Loops

Experience working with autoclaves.

Ability to obtain and maintain required program access approvals.

Must be eligible to obtain a Security Clearance.

Preferred Qualifications

Candidates with any of the following experience are strongly encouraged to apply:

Composite manufacturing equipment, including:

5-Axis Machining Centers

Automated Fiber Placement (AFP) Systems

Automated Ultrasonic Scanning Systems

Paint Booths

Industrial Ovens

High-rate manufacturing facility support and maintenance.

Electrical controls and 24-volt systems.

Experience troubleshooting industrial controllers, including:

Rexroth

Fanuc

Allen-Bradley

ABB

Honeywell

Siemens

Variable Frequency Drives (VFDs) and servo-controlled systems.

Industrial Internet of Things (IIoT) technologies.

Building Automation Systems, including Trane Tracer and Tridium.

Computerized Maintenance Management Systems (CMMS/CAFM), including Maximo.

Reading and revising building and utility drawings.

Industrial boilers and compressed air systems.

Large commercial air handling and HVAC equipment.

Refrigeration and cooling systems.

Large-scale electrical infrastructure, including:

Utility Power Distribution

Transformers

Switchgear

Uninterruptible Power Supply (UPS) Systems

Diesel Generators

400Hz Power Systems

Why Join Us?

At PDS Tech Commercial, we connect talented professionals with some of the most exciting opportunities in aerospace and advanced manufacturing. When you join our team, youll become part of a culture that values innovation, collaboration, continuous improvement, and technical excellence.

What Youll Gain

Competitive pay starting at $92.19 per hour

Opportunity to contribute to cutting-edge aerospace programs

Exposure to advanced manufacturing technologies and complex engineering systems

Collaborative, cross-functional work environment

Hands-on involvement with high-impact facilities and operational projects

Professional growth through challenging technical assignments

Consistent 9/80 schedule offering additional work-life flexibility

The chance to work alongside some of the industrys most talented engineers and technical professionals

This is more than a facilities engineering role. Its an opportunity to influence critical operations, solve meaningful challenges, and drive improvements that support the future of aviation.

Ready to Engineer Excellence?

If youre passionate about equipment reliability, operational performance, and engineering innovation, we want to hear from you.

Apply today and take the next step in your career with PDS Tech Commercial, where your expertise helps power the future of aerospace manufacturing and operations.

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.

Pay Details:

$92.19 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.

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