Safety & Airworthiness Specialist
Protect the Skies. Strengthen Compliance. Shape the Future of Aviation Safety.

Location: Everett, WA
Job Type: Full-Time | Consultant (12 Months)
Schedule: Monday–Friday | First Shift, 7:00 AM–3:30 PM
Pay Rate Starting at: $50.81 per hour
Work Arrangement: 100% Onsite
 

Make Safety Your Mission

PDS Tech Commercial is partnering with a leader in the aerospace industry to support a critical In-Service Safety Organization. We are seeking a Safety & Airworthiness Specialist (Airworthiness & Regulatory Specialist – Mid-Level) to join a Safety & Compliance Investigations team based in Everett, Washington.

In this highly visible role, you will lead and support Root Cause Corrective Action (RCCA) investigations tied to regulatory compliance issues—work that directly protects aircraft safety, restores compliance, and prevents future risk. Your contributions will influence decisions across programs and leadership levels while supporting one of the safest transportation systems in the world.

What You’ll Do

• Lead and support RCCA investigations related to FAA Letters of Investigation, compliance actions, voluntary disclosures, self-audit findings, and Part 25 airworthiness non-compliances

• Guide functional engineering teams (Systems, Structures, Payloads, Propulsion) through structured investigations using an established problem-solving methodology

• Develop clear problem statements, identify systemic root causes, and define containment actions, corrective actions, and verification plans

• Coordinate closely with functional teams, suppliers, and leadership to ensure alignment on investigation status and resolution

• Partner with Organizational Designation Authorization (ODA) representatives to ensure investigation documentation meets regulatory expectations

• Collaborate with enterprise teams to continuously improve investigation processes and tools

• Communicate complex technical and regulatory topics to diverse technical and non-technical audiences

• Serve as a trusted safety and compliance resource to programs and leadership

Required Qualifications

• 6+ years of related work experience or an equivalent combination of education and experience

• Strong written and verbal communication skills

• Proven ability to lead cross-functional teams and work effectively with diverse stakeholders

• Demonstrated initiative, ownership, and accountability in driving work to completion

• Ability to manage multiple priorities while maintaining accuracy and timeliness

• 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

• Working knowledge of RCCA tools such as 5-Whys, Fishbone diagrams, or structured problem-solving models

• Experience with commercial aircraft operations, certification, safety requirements, or compliance procedures

• Familiarity with FAA regulatory compliance and ODA processes (e.g., FAA Order 8100.15)

• Experience working directly with the FAA or other regulatory agencies

• Background in aircraft systems design, analysis, or systems integration (e.g., Flight Controls, Hydraulics, Avionics, Fuels)

• Pilot’s License and/or Airframe & Powerplant (A&P) License

Why Join PDS Tech Commercial

At PDS Tech Commercial, we connect skilled professionals with high-impact aerospace programs that matter. You’ll join a collaborative, mission-driven safety organization that values mentorship, teamwork, and diverse perspectives.

What you can expect:

• Competitive hourly pay

• Meaningful work that directly impacts aircraft safety and regulatory compliance

• A collaborative and inclusive work environment

• Consistent first-shift schedule supporting work-life balance

• Exposure to aircraft certification across the full product lifecycle

• Support from a trusted staffing partner with deep aerospace expertise

Ready to Help Keep Aviation Safe?

If you’re driven by safety, regulatory excellence, and making a real-world impact, we want to hear from you.

Apply today to join PDS Tech Commercial and help ensure the future of flight remains safe, compliant, and trusted.

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