Product Review Engineer 4

Engineering

Product Review Engineer 4 San Antonio, TX Posted: 6/4/2026

Job Description

Job ID#:

218373

Job Category:

Engineering

Position Type:

Associate - W2

Duration:

39

Shift:

1

Positions Available:

3

PDS Defense, Inc. is seeking a Product Review Engineer 4, in San Antonio, TX. Job ID#218373

Job Description:

The Production Engineering Organization is seeking Engineers to support commercial derivative airplane programs in San Antonio. We are looking for proactive individuals who can make quick engineering decisions and who want go beyond their desk and sit the factory for hands on engineering. This position requires excellent communication and collaboration skills, partnering closely with production personnel.

This position involves daily exposure to factory environment which includes stairs, trip hazards, high noise areas, chemical hazards (breathing and handling), and entering airplanes during their many stages of build.

RESPONSIBILITIES INCLUDE:

Applies broad knowledge of design and/or engineering principles.

Assesses and resolves product/process issues through the product lifecycle.

Leads research of technical, operational and quality issues that cannot be resolved by customer and designs interim and final engineering solutions.

Leads others to analyze, conduct root cause analysis and develop dispositions for design non-conformances.

Develops and implements product/process improvements.

Uses innovative approaches and unique applications to address complex nonconforming conditions and to detect deviations.

Analyzes reported problems for potential safety issues; recommends and manages complex resolution. Leads develop of interim and final solutions.

Provides design phase subject matter expertise by supporting Integrated Product Teams (IPT) and participating in design reviews.

Represents the engineering community in the build through post production environment.

Ensures supplier and build partner compliance with standards.

Develops customer correspondence for continued safe operation and maintenance of equipment.

Leads activities for on-site disabled product repair teams and accident investigation or support teams.

Designs appropriate jacking and shoring schemes. Leads the design of interim structural repairs and conducts static strength analysis.

Develops and leads non-destructive test procedures, tools and standards. Ensures supplier and build partner compliance with standards.

Develops and implements technical training curriculum for internal or external customers.

BASIC QUALIFICATIONS (REQUIRED SKILLS/EXPERIENCE):

Engineering degree in any of the following majors: Aeronautical Engineering; Aerospace Engineering; Computer Engineering; Electrical Engineering; Mechanical Engineering; Systems Engineering, or Electrical Engineering Technology

5+ years of experience with the design of structural and electrical rework/repairs to restore the aircraft or system to original design capability.

Previous Commercial Material Review Experience.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS (DESIRED SKILLS/EXPERIENCE):

Experienced in reading/creating Engineering drawings, specifications, processes and design manuals.

Minimum of 8 years experience with any of the following: avionics systems troubleshooting, wire bundle installations, and aircraft electrical systems troubleshooting

Experienced in researching engineering designs in order to develop defect solutions to product/ process issues for production or simple technical in-service issues.

Minimum of 8 years experience of assisting with analyses, root cause analysis and drafting dispositions for non-conformances.

Minimum of 5 years experience collecting, researching, and evaluating issues for product/process improvement opportunities that may include recurrent product issues

Materials Review Board (MRB)/ Universal Product Review (UPR) approval authority certification.

Executive interior installation/design experience.

Modification & Repair experience on wide body aircraft.

EDUCATION REQUIRED:

Engineering degree in any of the following majors: Aeronautical Engineering; Aerospace Engineering; Computer Engineering; Electrical Engineering; Mechanical Engineering; Systems Engineering, or Electrical Engineering Technology

PL1 Access:

This position will require the ability to obtain customer approval for access. Dual citizenship or prior citizenship of any other country may preclude ability to obtain access. A 3rd party background check relating to personal and business finances, residences, employment history, past drug use, prior military service, and criminal behavior will be conducted.

Benefits offered to vary by the contract. Depending on your temporary assignment, benefits may include direct deposit, free career counseling services, 401(k), select paid holidays, short-term disability insurance, skills training, employee referral bonus, affordable medical coverage plan, and DailyPay (in some locations). For a full description of benefits available to you, be sure to talk with your recruiter.

Job Requirements

Minimum Security Clearance:

Secret

Military connected talent encouraged to apply.

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