Design the Future of Aviation Electronics
Electrical Design & Analysis Engineer – Pleasanton, CA
PDS Tech Commercial is partnering with a leader in the aviation industry to find an experienced Electrical Design and Analysis Engineer ready to take on complex challenges and shape next-generation electronic systems. If you thrive in high-performance engineering environments and enjoy turning advanced concepts into real-world solutions, this opportunity delivers both impact and technical depth.
Your ImpactIn this role, you’ll be at the core of developing cutting-edge electronic hardware that powers critical aviation systems. You’ll collaborate across disciplines to design, analyze, and refine printed circuit boards (PCBs) that meet the highest standards of performance, reliability, and innovation. Your work will directly contribute to technologies that keep the aerospace industry moving forward.
What You’ll Do- Design and develop high-performance printed circuit boards (PCBs) for advanced electronic systems
- Collaborate with internal teams and external customers to define and refine technical requirements
- Specify PCB stack-ups, electrical characteristics, and component selection
- Perform trade studies and drive design decisions for optimal performance and manufacturability
- Create schematics and layouts using tools such as Siemens Xpedition
- Conduct signal integrity and thermal analysis using tools like HyperLynx
- Lead and participate in design reviews, ensuring quality and continuous improvement
- Partner with manufacturing teams to ensure cost-effective and producible designs
- Develop and maintain detailed technical documentation, including test plans and assembly instructions
- Support prototype builds, testing, and troubleshooting efforts
- Contribute to sustaining engineering activities for existing products
- Stay current with evolving technologies, tools, and industry trends
Required Qualifications- Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Computer Science, Mathematics, Physics, Chemistry, or related field
- 5+ years of experience in PCB design, assembly, debugging, and troubleshooting
- Proficiency in circuit design, schematic capture, and PCB layout tools (e.g., Mentor Graphics or similar)
- Experience with industry-standard interfaces: DDR3/DDR4, PCIe, I2C, SPI/QSPI, JTAG
- Working knowledge of VHDL/Verilog
- Strong skills in simulation, modeling, and electronic hardware analysis
Preferred Qualifications- 10+ years of relevant experience in PCB design and analysis
- Advanced expertise in VHDL/Verilog
- Deep experience with high-speed interfaces (PCIe, DDR, SPI, etc.)
- FPGA design and tool experience
- Expert-level simulation and modeling capabilities
- Strong communication skills with the ability to convey complex technical concepts clearly
Why Join Us- Work on mission-critical aerospace technologies with real-world impact
- Collaborate with highly skilled engineers in a forward-thinking environment
- Gain exposure to advanced tools, systems, and cutting-edge design challenges
- Competitive pay:Starting at $68.48/hour
- Consistent schedule: Monday–Friday, First Shift (8:30 AM – 5:00 PM)
- Opportunity to grow your expertise in a highly respected industry
Position Details- Location: Pleasanton, CA
- Job Type: Full-Time, 12-Month Contract
- Work Environment: Onsite, collaborative engineering setting
Ready to Build What’s Next?If you’re driven by innovation and ready to contribute to advanced aviation systems, we want to hear from you. Apply today and take your engineering career to new heights with PDS Tech Commercial.
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: $68.48 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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- Los Angeles City Fair Chance Ordinance
- Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance for Employers
- San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance
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