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PDS Tech Commercial

A&P Mechanic III

Englewood, CO

$40.56/hr

... aircraft performance. * Document all maintenance activities in compliance with regulatory requirements and company policies. * Collaborate with other mechanics and engineers to troubleshoot and ...

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Englewood, CO · On-site

$40.56/hr

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CredentialsTypically requires engineering degree and relevant certificationsSame as locum, with additional experience preferred
Work EnvironmentContract-based, often temporary roles at airlines or maintenance providersFull-time or permanent roles within airlines or aerospace companies
Employer & IndustryAirlines, maintenance organizations, aerospace contractorsAirlines, aerospace manufacturers, maintenance firms
Search & Comparison IntentLooking for temporary or freelance performance engineering rolesSeeking permanent or long-term performance engineering positions

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Mass Properties Engineer

Englewood, CO • On-site

PDS Tech Commercial
Recruiting and Staffing Services • 5 - 10K employees
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$74.19/hr

Contractor

Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Retirement, PTO

Posted 7 days ago

Job description

Mass Properties Engineer
Shape the Performance of Next-Generation Aircraft
PDS Tech Commercial is partnering with a leader in the aviation and aerospace industry to hire an experienced Mass Properties Engineer in Englewood, CO. If you are passionate about aircraft design, weight management, and engineering precision, this is your opportunity to play a critical role in advancing innovative aerospace programs that support both commercial and defense applications.
Pay Rate: $74.19/hour
Make Your Expertise Count
As a Mass Properties Engineer, you will take a leading role in developing and managing weight control strategies for complex aircraft modification programs. Your work will directly influence aircraft performance, safety, mission effectiveness, and regulatory compliance. From early conceptual studies through aircraft modifications and rapid-response upgrades, you'll provide the mass properties expertise that helps turn ambitious engineering concepts into successful aerospace solutions.
This role offers the opportunity to collaborate with multidisciplinary teams, support cutting-edge aircraft programs, and contribute to innovative solutions that make a measurable impact across the aerospace industry.
What You'll Do
As a key member of the engineering team, you will:
  • Lead the development and execution of aircraft weight control plans for large aircraft modification programs
  • Create and maintain mass properties databases to track weight, center of gravity (CG), and balance estimates
  • Generate accurate mass properties estimates using CAD data and engineering models
  • Support conceptual design studies through parametric weight estimation and modeling
  • Plan, coordinate, and support aircraft weighing activities
  • Prepare, author, and maintain weight and balance reports, documentation, charts, and associated forms
  • Analyze mass properties data and communicate results to engineering teams, customers, and suppliers
  • Ensure compliance with industry standards and recommended practices
  • Collaborate with multidisciplinary engineering and development teams throughout the product lifecycle
  • Support multiple aerospace programs ranging from conceptual development to operational upgrades
  • Provide technical guidance and recommendations on weight management and aircraft performance considerations
Required Qualifications
Education & Experience
  • Bachelor's Degree in Engineering or a related technical discipline
  • Typically 10+ years of relevant engineering experience
Technical Expertise
  • Thorough knowledge of engineering principles and practices
  • Deep understanding of SAWE Recommended Practices RP-7 and RP-8
  • Experience with aircraft weighing procedures, associated forms, and reporting
  • Expertise in conceptual design support and parametric modeling
  • Experience developing mass properties estimates from CAD data
  • Proven experience authoring weight and balance reports
  • Ability to work effectively within multidisciplinary design and development teams
Required Skills
  • Weight and Balance Reporting
  • Parametric Weight Estimation
  • Aircraft Weighing
  • Mass Properties Analysis
  • Engineering Principles & Practices
  • CAD-Based Weight Estimation
  • Technical Documentation and Reporting
Preferred Qualifications
Candidates with the following experience will stand out:
  • Automated Weight and Balance System (AWBS) training completed within the past three years
  • Aircraft Weight & Balance Course (AETC or equivalent) completed within the last three years
  • Familiarity with Commercial Derivative Aircraft (CDA) programs supporting military applications
  • Experience with Dassault 3DX and/or SolidWorks
  • Knowledge of:
    • Aerospace engineering principles
    • Parametric design
    • Model-Based Definition (MBD)
    • Fundamentals of flight mechanics
  • Background supporting Aerospace & Defense programs
  • Experience working with the U.S. Department of Defense or the U.S. Military
Why Join Us?
Help Build the Future of Aerospace
Contribute to advanced aircraft programs that support critical commercial, defense, and mission-focused operations around the world.
Take on Meaningful Technical Leadership
Your expertise will directly influence aircraft performance, mission success, and engineering innovation across multiple high-visibility programs.
Collaborate with Top Engineering Talent
Work alongside highly skilled engineers and technical experts in a collaborative environment where knowledge-sharing and innovation are encouraged.
Expand Your Impact
Support a broad range of projects, from conceptual development efforts to large-scale aircraft modifications and rapid-response enhancements.
Grow Your Career
Gain exposure to cutting-edge aerospace technologies, advanced engineering methodologies, and challenging projects that will further develop your expertise and leadership capabilities.
Join a Culture of Excellence
Be part of an organization that values innovation, technical excellence, accountability, teamwork, and continuous improvement.
Ready to Elevate Your Career?
If you're an experienced Mass Properties Engineer with a passion for aerospace innovation, aircraft performance, and engineering excellence, we want to hear from you.
Apply today with PDS Tech Commercial and help shape the future of aviation through precision, innovation, and world-class engineering.
Pay Details: $74.19 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
To read our Candidate Privacy Information Statement, which explains how we will use your information, please navigate to https://www.pdstech.com/candidate-privacy
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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Founded in 1977, PDS Tech, Inc. is one of the nation's premier specialty staffing firms with 31 offices nationwide.

Industry

Recruiting and staffing services

Company size

5,001 - 10,000 Employees

Headquarters location

Irving, TX, US

Year founded

1977

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