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Distance Exact 10 miles 15 miles 25 miles 50 miles 65 miles 100 miles 500 miles Advanced Search &nbsp Search Job Details Engineering Systems Test Engineer 3 Woodland Hills, CA Posted: 10/21/2026 Job Description Job ID#: 226850 Job Category: Engineering Position Type: Associate - W2 Duration: 52 Shift: 1 PDS Defense, Inc. is seeking a Systems Test Engineer 3, in Woodland Hills, CA. Job ID#226850 Job Description: As a member of the Integration & Test department you'll get to support the development, implementation, and verification of tests algorithms and software and simulation tools to perform guidance, navigation and control of aircraft. This position will serve on-site at Woodland Hills, CA. Responsibilities Identify, troubleshoot, and remediate equipment issues to support system build-out and sell-off. Communicate project status to the Integration and Test (I&T) IPT Lead. Collaborate with systems engineers to perform system architecture characterization studies on various system components. Design, develop, and implement testing methods for individual pieces of equipment (both custom and COTS) and entire systems. Compile data and help to define changes required in testing methodology, equipment, testing procedures, manufacturing processes, and new testing requirements. Basic Qualifications for Engineer Systems Test 3 Bachelor's degree in a STEM discipline with 12 years of experience, a Master's degree in a STEM discipline with 10 years of experience, or a PhD in a STEM discipline with 8 years of experience. Working knowledge of DO-229D Appendix R. Knowledge of TSO/MSO-C145. Working Knowledge of Test Automation/Simulation for GPS Integrity Verification and Validation. Demonstrated problem solving and troubleshooting skills. This position requires the applicant to be a U.S. citizen. Ability to obtain and maintain a Secret security clearance. Preferred Qualifications for Engineer Systems Test 3 Active Secret security clearance. Knowledge of DO-178C development process. Working knowledge of standard test equipment: network analyzers, oscilloscopes, waveform generators, synthesizers, digitizers, and/or signal analyzers. Working knowledge of Spirent or other GPS testing equipment. 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: No Clearance Military connected talent encouraged to apply. VEVRAA Federal Contractor / Request Priority Protected Veteran Referrals / Equal Opportunity Employer / Veterans / Disabled To read our Candidate Privacy Information Statement, which explains how we will use your information, please visit tadpgs.com or pdsdefense.com 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 Already have an account? Login here © PDS Defense Privacy Policy | Terms and Conditions | EEO Statement and Legal Notices |

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Systems Test Engineer 3 Woodland Hills, CA Posted: 10/21/2026
Associate - W2
PDS Defense, Inc. is seeking a Systems Test Engineer 3, in Woodland Hills, CA. Job ID#226850
Identify, troubleshoot, and remediate equipment issues to support system build-out and sell-off.
Communicate project status to the Integration and Test (I&T) IPT Lead.
Collaborate with systems engineers to perform system architecture characterization studies on various system components.
Design, develop, and implement testing methods for individual pieces of equipment (both custom and COTS) and entire systems.
Compile data and help to define changes required in testing methodology, equipment, testing procedures, manufacturing processes, and new testing requirements.
Basic Qualifications for Engineer Systems Test 3
Bachelor's degree in a STEM discipline with 12 years of experience, a Master's degree in a STEM discipline with 10 years of experience, or a PhD in a STEM discipline with 8 years of experience.
Working knowledge of DO-229D Appendix R.
Knowledge of TSO/MSO-C145.
Working Knowledge of Test Automation/Simulation for GPS Integrity Verification and Validation.
Demonstrated problem solving and troubleshooting skills.
This position requires the applicant to be a U.S. citizen.
Ability to obtain and maintain a Secret security clearance.
Active Secret security clearance.
Knowledge of DO-178C development process.
Working knowledge of standard test equipment: network analyzers, oscilloscopes, waveform generators, synthesizers, digitizers, and/or signal analyzers.
Working knowledge of Spirent or other GPS testing equipment.
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