• Programming Analyst

    PDS Tech Commercial (Hazelwood, MO)


    Programmer Analyst

     

    Drive Quality, Innovation, and Secure Manufacturing Systems in Aerospace

     

    About the Role

     

    PDS Tech Commercial is partnering with a leader in the aerospace industry to hire an experienced **Programmer Analyst** to support critical Manufacturing Quality IT systems. In this role, you will have a direct impact on the stability, security, and evolution of enterprise applications that support highly regulated manufacturing operations. You will work across the full software development lifecycle while helping modernize systems through cloud migration, DevSecOps, Agile practices, and AI-driven automation.

     

    This is a 12-month consultant role offering competitive pay, a hybrid schedule, and the opportunity to work on complex, high-visibility systems in a fast-paced aerospace environment.

     

    **Job Type:** Full-Time Consultant (12 months)

    **Location:** Hazelwood, MO (Hybrid – onsite required certain days)

    **Schedule:** Monday–Friday | First Shift, 6:00 AM – 2:30 PM

    **Pay Rate Starting at :** $54.32 per hour

     

    What You’ll Do

     

    As a Programmer Analyst, you will be responsible for stabilizing, securing, and enhancing multiple Manufacturing Quality enterprise applications. Your day-to-day work will include:

     

    + Developing, deploying, maintaining, and supporting Java and Oracle-based applications

    + Supporting additional languages and technologies as systems evolve

    + Ensuring system security compliance and addressing technical debt

    + Managing system change, configuration, and production support

    + Collaborating across IT and business teams to resolve software and infrastructure issues

    + Supporting regulatory compliance activities and quality audits

    + Applying Agile, DevSecOps, cloud, and AI automation strategies

    + Continuously learning new technologies, business processes, and system architectures

    + Managing multiple priorities with a strong sense of urgency and accountability

    Required Qualifications

    + 5+ years of experience in software development, deployment, maintenance, and support

    + 3+ years of experience in data integration development and maintenance

    + 3+ years of experience working in Linux/Unix environments

    + 3+ years of experience with Java

    + 3+ years of experience with Oracle PL/SQL

    + 1+ year of experience working in an Agile environment

    + 1+ year of professional experience in AI Software Engineering and Automation **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.**

    Preferred Qualifications

    + Experience with WebSphere and Spring Boot

    + Experience with system integration tools and methodologies (ETL, Autosys, Pub/Sub, JSON, RESTful APIs, Perl)

    + Familiarity with development tools such as Visual Studio, JetBrains Suite, Git, GitLab, Azure DevOps, and JIRA

    + Experience with application security tools such as AppScan, Coverity, and CyberArk

    Education & Experience

    + Typically 5 or more years of related work or military experience

    + Advanced degree (Bachelor’s, Master’s, or higher) preferred but not required

    + Equivalent combinations of education and experience will be considered

     

    Why Join PDS Tech Commercial

     

    At PDS Tech Commercial, we connect top technical talent with meaningful work that shapes the future of aerospace. You’ll gain access to challenging projects, cutting-edge technologies, and a collaborative environment that values innovation, adaptability, and continuous improvement. We offer competitive compensation, professional growth opportunities, and the flexibility of a hybrid work model.

     

    Ready to Make an Impact?

     

    If you’re an experienced software professional who thrives in complex environments and wants to help modernize mission-critical aerospace systems, we encourage you to apply today. Join PDS Tech Commercial and take the next step in your career.

     

    **Pay Details:** $54.32 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 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.