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Posted 29 July, 2026

Tooling Engineer

PDS Tech Commercial
Palmdale, CA, US Full Time

Job Description

Job Description
Shape the Future of Aerospace Manufacturing – Join Us as a Tooling Engineer!

Are you an experienced engineering professional with a passion for designing innovative tooling solutions that drive aerospace excellence? PDS Tech Commercial is partnering with a leading name in the aviation and aerospace industry to hire a Tooling Engineer in Palmdale, California. This is a unique opportunity to apply your engineering expertise to the development of critical production tooling that supports some of the industry's most advanced aerospace programs.

If you're ready to make a lasting impact while working alongside world-class engineering teams, this role is for you.

Position Details

Job Title: Tooling Engineer
Location: Palmdale, CA 93550
Pay Rate: $71.74 per hour
Employment Type: Full-Time Consultant (6-Month Assignment)
Schedule: Monday-Friday | 9/80 Work Schedule
(Enjoy every other Friday off)

Make an Impact

As a Tooling Engineer, you'll be responsible for designing and developing the tooling, fixtures, gauges, and production equipment that enable aerospace manufacturing and experimental operations. Your work will directly contribute to improving efficiency, quality, safety, and performance on cutting-edge aviation and defense programs.

This role is ideal for an engineer who combines strong technical expertise with innovative problem-solving skills and a commitment to engineering excellence.

What You'll Do

In this position, you will:

  • Design industrial machinery, equipment, and specialized tooling solutions for production and development programs.
  • Develop tools, dies, gauges, jigs, fixtures, and machine attachments required for manufacturing operations.
  • Evaluate designs for:
    • Accessibility
    • Performance
    • Mobility
    • Manufacturability
    • Cost-effectiveness
  • Perform engineering analysis to ensure tooling integrity and operational effectiveness.
  • Conduct and document stress analysis on tooling and support equipment.
  • Produce engineering documentation and design packages that meet technical and regulatory requirements.
  • Collaborate with manufacturing, production, quality, and engineering teams to identify tooling needs and develop practical solutions.
  • Support tooling design improvements that enhance efficiency, safety, and production performance.
  • Review and validate tooling designs to ensure compliance with program specifications and engineering standards.
  • Provide professional engineering oversight and approvals as required.
Required Qualifications
  • Bachelor's degree in Engineering or related technical discipline.
  • Professional Engineering (PE) Certification.
  • Ability to perform and approve stress analyses on tooling and related designs.
  • Experience designing tooling, manufacturing equipment, fixtures, jigs, gauges, or production support systems.
  • Strong understanding of engineering principles, mechanical design, and manufacturing processes.
  • Ability to interpret technical requirements and translate them into practical tooling solutions.
  • Excellent problem-solving, analytical, and organizational skills.
  • Strong communication and collaboration abilities.
Preferred Qualifications
  • Aerospace, aviation, or defense industry experience.
  • Experience supporting complex manufacturing or production environments.
  • Advanced knowledge of tooling design methodologies and engineering analysis.
  • Experience working with cross-functional engineering and manufacturing teams.
  • Familiarity with industry standards, quality requirements, and regulatory compliance practices.
Why Join Us?

At PDS Tech Commercial, we're committed to connecting exceptional talent with career-defining opportunities at some of the world's most innovative organizations.

What You'll Love About This Opportunity

Highly Competitive Compensation

  • Earn $71.74 per hour while contributing to industry-leading aerospace programs.

Outstanding Work-Life Balance

  • Enjoy a desirable 9/80 schedule, giving you every other Friday off.

Innovative Engineering Environment

  • Work on advanced aerospace technologies and complex manufacturing challenges.

Collaborative Culture

  • Partner with talented engineers, designers, and manufacturing professionals who are passionate about excellence.

Career Growth

  • Enhance your technical expertise while gaining valuable experience with a leader in the aviation and aerospace industry.

Meaningful Work

  • Help develop the tooling and infrastructure that enables the production of mission-critical aerospace systems.
Apply Today

If you're a certified engineering professional with tooling design expertise and the ability to perform and approve stress analyses, we want to hear from you.

Apply now and join PDS Tech Commercial as a Tooling Engineer—where your designs help build the future of aerospace innovation.

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: $71.74 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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