Drive Innovative Aircraft Upgrades as a Retrofit Solutions Engineer!
Join PDS Tech Commercial and Help Transform Aircraft Through Advanced Retrofit Solutions
Location: Mobile, AL Payrate: $50/hour
PDS Tech Commercial is partnering with a global leader in the aerospace industry to hire a skilled Retrofit Solutions Engineer to support post-delivery aircraft modification programs. If you’re passionate about aircraft systems, engineering design, and delivering innovative retrofit solutions that keep fleets modern and mission-ready, this is your opportunity to make a direct impact in commercial aviation.
In this role, you will be responsible for developing modification design data packages used to integrate aircraft upgrades and retrofit solutions into in-service aircraft. You’ll collaborate closely with systems engineers, production teams, and service bulletin authors to ensure modifications are delivered accurately, efficiently, and in compliance with certification requirements.
What You’ll Do
Aircraft Modification & Retrofit Engineering
Develop and deliver Modification Proposal Technical Repercussion Sheets (MP/TRS) including pre- and post-modification sketches
Retrieve, create, update, and verify aircraft drawings using Airbus engineering toolsets
Build certification dossiers for Modification Approval Sheets (MAS)
Develop tailored design data packages supporting aircraft retrofit and modification programs
Prepare technical documentation and component lists required for Service Bulletin development
Ensure all engineering deliverables meet certification and airworthiness requirements
Collaboration & Technical Coordination
Communicate regularly with Systems Engineers and Production Managers to ensure quality and on-time project execution
Serve as the liaison between engineering teams and Service Bulletin authoring teams
Ensure technical requirements and engineering intent are clearly understood and implemented
Provide remote or onsite technical assistance during working parties and modification activities
Respond to customer technical inquiries related to Service Bulletins and retrofit solutions
Quality, Compliance & Continuous Support
Ensure the quality and accuracy of drafted Service Bulletins through detailed technical cross-checks
Support concurrent engineering reviews and certification coordination
Maintain organized engineering documentation and modification records
Contribute to efficient project execution within fast-paced aerospace environments
Required Qualifications
Education
Experience
Skills & Competencies
Strong communication, coordination, and organizational skills
Ability to interpret complex aircraft technical documentation and engineering topics
Excellent collaboration and relationship-building skills across diverse teams
Ability to work effectively in dynamic, fast-paced engineering environments
Strong attention to detail and commitment to quality deliverables
Preferred Qualifications
Experience supporting aircraft retrofit or modification programs
Familiarity with Service Bulletin development and certification documentation
Exposure to Airbus engineering tools and technical documentation systems
Experience collaborating with production, systems engineering, or certification teams
Work Environment & Physical Requirements
100 onsite role
Ability to work extensively on computers and engineering systems daily
Ability to read and interpret engineering drawings, reports, and technical documentation
Ability to stand, walk, and participate in production floor discussions as needed
Ability to lift and carry up to 30 lbs occasionally
Ability to travel independently and on short notice when required
Required PPE may include safety shoes, safety glasses, hearing protection, respirators/masks, and protective gloves as required by the site
Ready to Help Modernize the Future of Aviation?
If you’re ready to apply your engineering skills to innovative aircraft retrofit solutions, apply today and take your aerospace 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: $50.00 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 California Fair Chance Act
- Los Angeles City Fair Chance Ordinance
- Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance for Employers
- San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance
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