Systems Engineer

PDS Tech, Commercial Inc.

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El Segundo, California

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PERMANENT

Updated 09/09/2026

Job Description

Job Summary

Systems EngineerDesign the Technology That Powers Tomorrows Space Missions

PDS Tech Commercial is partnering with a leader in the aerospace and aviation industry to hire a Systems Engineer in El Segundo, CA. If youre driven by innovation, passionate about complex systems, and eager to contribute to groundbreaking satellite and space-based programs, this is your opportunity to work on technologies that support commercial, civil, and national security missions around the globe.

Location:

El Segundo, CA

Job Type:

Full-Time Consultant (6-Month Assignment)

Schedule:

Monday-Friday First Shift 9:00 AM - 5:30 PM

Pay Rate:

from $60 to $80 per hour

Your Impact Starts Here

As a Systems Engineer, youll be a key contributor to the design, development, integration, and verification of advanced spacecraft systems. Working across multiple engineering disciplines, youll help transform innovative concepts into operational solutions that support critical space missions.

This role offers the opportunity to collaborate with world-class engineers, solve complex technical challenges, and contribute to next-generation technologies that are redefining whats possible in space.

What Youll Be Doing

In this role, you will:

Collaborate across spacecraft subsystems to plan, design, develop, integrate, and verify complex space systems throughout the product lifecycle

Analyze customer and operational requirements to define system performance needs and technical specifications

Evaluate and optimize system architectures to ensure mission success and overall performance

Coordinate technical parameters and ensure compatibility across physical, functional, and program interfaces

Identify gaps in scope and work with stakeholders to align responsibilities across teams

Participate in resolving cross-functional engineering and technical issues

Support or lead technical trade studies involving performance, cost, risk, and schedule considerations

Assist with engineering governance activities, including Risk, Issue and Opportunity (RIO) Boards and Engineering Review Boards (ERB)

Ensure compliance with contractual requirements by integrating Statements of Work (SOW) and technical specifications into engineering processes

Support requirements development, allocation, traceability, and verification using Model-Based Systems Engineering (MBSE) tools such as DOORS and Cameo

Track requirements compliance activities and support customer reporting obligations

Participate in Engineering Change Proposal (ECP) evaluations and responses

Support major program milestones, including:

System Requirements Reviews (SRR)

Preliminary Design Reviews (PDR)

Critical Design Reviews (CDR)

Test Readiness Reviews (TRR)

Represent Systems Engineering during manufacturing, integration, testing, and readiness reviews

Support Assembly, Integration & Test (AI&T), launch activities, mission operations, and non-conformance resolution efforts as needed

Required Qualifications

Bachelor of Science degree in:

Engineering

Engineering Technology

Computer Science

Data Science

Mathematics

Physics

Chemistry

Or a related technical discipline

Experience with systems engineering fundamentals and product lifecycle processes

Familiarity with key engineering reviews and development milestones, including SRR, PDR, CDR, and TRR

Strong analytical, problem-solving, and critical-thinking abilities

Ability to work effectively in a collaborative, multidisciplinary environment

Must be eligible to obtain a Security Clearance.

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.

Preferred Qualifications

Experience with satellite systems design, development, integration, or testing

Experience collaborating with customers, program offices, and interdisciplinary engineering teams

Familiarity with requirements management and MBSE tools such as DOORS and Cameo

Strong written and verbal communication skills

Previous experience supporting aerospace, defense, or space programs

Typically 9+ years of related engineering experience or an equivalent combination of education and technical expertise

Why Join Us?

At PDS Tech Commercial, we connect talented professionals with opportunities that make a real impact. This role places you at the forefront of innovation, supporting advanced programs that help shape the future of space technology and aerospace engineering.

What You Can Expect

Competitive pay starting at $56.65 per hour

Opportunity to work on cutting-edge satellite and spacecraft programs

Exposure to advanced technologies supporting commercial, civil, and national security missions

Collaboration with highly skilled engineering and technical teams

Hands-on involvement throughout the complete systems engineering lifecycle

Professional growth through complex, challenging, and meaningful work

A culture that values innovation, teamwork, continuous learning, and technical excellence

The opportunity to contribute to missions that have a global impact

At PDS Tech Commercial, we believe great engineering changes the world. Join a team where your expertise is valued, your ideas matter, and your work helps push the boundaries of whats possible.

Ready to Take Your Engineering Career to New Heights?

If youre passionate about systems engineering, space technology, and solving complex challenges, we want to hear from you.

Apply today and join PDS Tech Commercial in partnership with a leading aerospace innovator. Help engineer the systems that will power the next generation of space exploration and mission success.

Pay Details:

$60.00 to $80.00 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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