Equipment & Tool Engineer – Drive Innovation in Aerospace Manufacturing

Location: Auburn, WA 98001
Job Type: Full-Time | Consultant (12 Months)
Schedule: Monday–Friday | First Shift 7 AM – 3:30 PM
Starting Pay: $50.98  per hour

Shape the Future of Aerospace Production

PDS Tech Commercial is seeking an experienced Equipment & Tool Engineer to join our Production Engineering organization, supporting major initiatives within the Fabrication Division. This role focuses on asset integration and systems engineering, where your expertise will directly influence equipment development, implementation, and improvement—critical to advancing aerospace manufacturing performance, safety, and reliability.

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What You’ll Do

• Evaluate program and project requirements, developing complex equipment concepts and production system solutions.

• Compile and analyze technical data to determine effects on engineering design, usability, and production rates.

• Ensure compliance with safety, maintainability, reliability, ergonomics, and regulatory standards.

• Develop and release bid and purchase specifications for new equipment needs.

• Troubleshoot production issues, addressing quality, safety, and repeatability concerns.

• Create and implement work-arounds while maintaining hardware and documentation configuration.

• Conduct asset studies and recommend solutions for equipment and resource optimization.

What You’ll Bring

Required Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Computer Science, Mathematics, Physics, or Chemistry (ABET accreditation preferred but not required).

• Minimum 5 years of related engineering work experience, or equivalent combination of advanced education and experience (e.g., PhD, Master’s + 3 years).
  
  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:

• 3+ years of project management experience supporting complex technical projects.

• 2+ years in hardware, software, and documentation configuration management.

• 3+ years of experience ensuring compliance with hardware and safety standards.

• Knowledge of diverse manufacturing techniques.

• Strong communication skills and ability to collaborate across teams.

• Adaptability to thrive in a fast-paced production environment.

Why Join Us

At PDS Tech Commercial, we connect top engineering talent with world-leading aerospace companies. As an Equipment & Tool Engineer, you’ll be at the forefront of designing and implementing production solutions that power the future of flight. You’ll gain exposure to advanced aerospace projects, competitive compensation, and the opportunity to work alongside some of the brightest minds in the industry—all in a role that allows you to make a tangible impact.

Apply Today

Be part of the team shaping tomorrow’s aerospace innovations. Apply now to join PDS Tech Commercial as an Equipment & Tool Engineer and take the next step in your engineering career.

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