Protect the Future of Flight: Safety & Airworthiness Specialist Needed at PDS Tech Commercial

Location: Everett, WA 98204
Job Type: Full-Time Consultant (12 Months)
Schedule: Monday to Friday, First Shift (7 AM – 3:30 PM)
Starting Pay : $63.04 per hour

Lead Investigations that Shape Aerospace Safety

PDS Tech Commercial is seeking a Safety & Airworthiness Specialist to join a dynamic aerospace team focused on safeguarding product integrity and regulatory compliance. In this high-impact role, you’ll lead critical investigations, guide engineering teams, and drive solutions that directly contribute to safer skies.

Your Mission:

• Lead cross-functional investigations into FAA compliance issues, voluntary disclosures, and airworthiness non-conformances

• Facilitate structured Root Cause Corrective Action (RCCA) investigations using an aerospace Problem Solving Model 

• Collaborate closely with engineering, certification experts, executives, suppliers, and the FAA

• Develop and implement containment, corrective, and preventative action plans ensuring compliance restoration and sustained product safety

• Ensure investigation documentation meets regulatory standards in partnership with the Organizational Designation Authorization (ODA)

• Continuously improve investigation processes in collaboration with enterprise safety and compliance teams

What You’ll Bring:

Required Qualifications:

• 10+ years of relevant experience in aerospace, aviation, engineering, or related fields

• Strong written and verbal communication skills with ability to communicate technical issues to all organizational levels

• Proven leadership in facilitating teams and complex technical investigations

• Strong problem-solving skills and initiative to drive resolution and prevention
  
  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 using RCCA tools like 5-Whys, Fishbone, or BPSM

• Familiarity with FAA regulations, compliance protocols, and ODA procedures (8100.15)

• Experience interacting with FAA or other regulatory bodies

• Background in commercial aircraft systems design or systems integration (flight controls, avionics, hydraulics, etc.)

• Pilot’s license or Airframe & Powerplant (A&P) License a plus

Why Join Us?

At PDS Tech Commercial, you’ll do more than fill a role — you’ll help shape the future of aerospace safety. As a Military Friendly® Employer, we welcome veterans and transitioning service members into our professional community. Our people-first culture values technical expertise, collaboration, and real-world results.

We Offer:

• Competitive compensation

• Professional growth in a highly respected, industry-leading environment

• The opportunity to directly contribute to global aerospace safety initiatives

• A collaborative and supportive culture dedicated to innovation and compliance excellence

Take Ownership of Aerospace Safety

Ready to lead investigations that drive real change and protect lives worldwide? Apply now to become a Safety & Airworthiness Specialist with PDS Tech Commercial and make your impact in the aerospace industry.

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