Test & Evaluation Engineer

Engineer the Systems That Test Spaceflight Readiness
Test & Evaluation Engineer
PDS Tech Commercial | Partnering with a Leader in the Aerospace IndustryPower the Infrastructure Behind Mission-Critical TestingPDS Tech Commercial is partnering with a premier aerospace leader to hire a Test & Evaluation Engineer in El Segundo, CA. In this role, you’ll support Space Systems Verification and Test by hardening, deploying, and automating Special Test Equipment across factory and launch environments. Your work ensures test readiness, reliability, and security for programs where precision and uptime are essential.Role Summary As a Test & Evaluation Engineer (Infrastructure & Automated Tools), you’ll design, deploy, and modernize complex IT infrastructure that supports aerospace testing. You’ll collaborate across Product Security, Software, and IT to transform test environments, improve repeatability, and adopt modern automation and virtualization technologies-directly impacting test efficiency, data integrity, and mission success.Job Type: Full-Time, Consultant (12 Months)
Location: El Segundo, CA
Schedule: Monday-Friday | First Shift 8:00 AM-4:30 PM
(May support 2nd shift and/or weekends based on business needs)
Pay Rate Starting at : $46 – $64/ per hourMust 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.What You’ll Do Day to Day Collaborate with Product Security, Software, and IT teams to execute Infrastructure & Tools scopeDesign and manage complex IT infrastructure, including redundancy and disaster recoveryTransform and modernize Test IT Infrastructure and tools with virtualization and automationDeploy and configure servers, virtual machines, storage, and network/firewall environmentsAdminister VMware environments and perform upgradesManage and troubleshoot Layer 2/3 networking (switches, routers, firewalls)Support cloud services (AWS and Azure) and hybrid environmentsImplement best practices for server room operations and lab excellence initiativesDevelop engineering documentation and processes to improve repeatability and reduce wasteWork hands-on in lab environments with diverse test equipmentRequired Qualifications Bachelor’s, Master’s, or Doctorate in Engineering, Computer Science, Mathematics, Physics, or Chemistry from an accredited institution5 years of related experience, or equivalent combination of education and experienceExperience managing large server environments (bare metal and virtual machines)Strong networking experience (Layer 2/3, switches, routers, firewalls)VMware administration and upgrade experienceExperience managing cloud services (AWS and Azure)Data backup management experienceStrong documentation, communication, and coordination skillsRegular and predictable attendancePreferred Qualifications Active or prior U.S. Top Secret Security Clearance with current Tier 5 (T5)Security certificationVMware certifications10 years of related experienceKnowledge of Agile methodologiesAutomation experience with Ansible, VMware Aria, or PowerCLIExperience in mixed Unix/Linux and Windows environments with NAS/SAN storageHybrid cloud experience5 years leading technical teamsWhy Join PDS Tech Commercial?At PDS Tech Commercial, we connect top engineering talent with high-impact roles on advanced aerospace and space programs. You’ll work in a mission-driven culture that values innovation, accountability, and technical excellence-backed by a trusted workforce partner that supports you throughout your assignment.What you’ll gain: Competitive hourly compensationLong-term, full-time consulting opportunityHands-on work with cutting-edge test infrastructure and toolsCollaboration with elite aerospace engineering teamsA culture focused on quality, security, and continuous improvementReady to Test What’s Next?If you’re an infrastructure-focused engineer who thrives in hands-on lab environments and wants your work to support spaceflight readiness, this role is for you.Apply today and help ensure aerospace systems are tested, secured, and launch-ready.Pay Details: $46.30 to $64.00 per hourBenefit 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/DisabledMilitary connected talent encouraged to applyTo read our Candidate Privacy Information Statement, which explains how we will use your information, please navigate to https://www.pdstech.com/candidate-privacyThe 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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