Composite Materials Engineer – Shape the Future of Aerospace Innovation

Location: Everett, WA 98204
Job Type: Full-Time | Consultant (12 months)
Schedule: Monday–Friday, First Shift (7:00–8:00 am start | 3:30–4:30 pm end)
Pay Rate: Starting at $56.46/hour

Make an Impact Where Advanced Materials Take Flight

PDS Tech Commercial is partnering with a premier aerospace manufacturer to hire a Composite Materials Engineer who will play a critical role in supporting the delivery of next-generation aircraft. In this role, your expertise in composite materials, testing, and analysis will directly contribute to aircraft safety, performance, and innovation. If you thrive at the intersection of hands-on testing, data-driven analysis, and cutting-edge aerospace technology, this is your opportunity to make a measurable impact.

What You’ll Do Day to Day

As a Composite Materials Engineer, you’ll work under general direction to support new aircraft programs and ongoing material qualification efforts. Your responsibilities will include:

• Defining requirements for materials, parts, and processes used in aircraft manufacturing

• Developing, qualifying, and deploying new composite materials and processes

• Supporting testing activities for newly delivered aircraft, including material qualification and validation testing

• Analyzing test data, compiling reports, and presenting findings to support engineering decisions

• Conducting failure analysis of materials, parts, or processes and implementing corrective and preventive actions

• Maintaining compliance with contractual, quality, and regulatory requirements

• Managing test and audit programs to qualify suppliers

• Evaluating emerging technologies and integrating them into production and engineering systems

• Using computer-based tools and systems as a primary part of daily work

• Promoting standardization across materials and process activities

Regular and predictable attendance is required.

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree and typically 5+ years of experience in an engineering classification
  or Master’s degree with typically 3+ years of experience
  or PhD with relevant engineering experience

• Strong background in composite materials and materials qualification

• Experience with materials testing, analysis, and report generation

• Familiarity with materials allowables and data-driven decision-making

• Proven ability to work with computer-based engineering and production systems
  
  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 supporting aircraft delivery or new product introduction programs

• Knowledge of supplier qualification, audits, and test program management

• Exposure to emerging materials technologies and process development

Why Join PDS Tech Commercial?

At PDS Tech Commercial, we don’t just place talent—we build careers. You’ll be part of a collaborative, engineering-driven culture that values innovation, accountability, and professional growth. Our consultants work on meaningful, high-visibility aerospace programs while enjoying competitive pay, stability, and the support of a trusted staffing partner with deep industry roots.

Benefits may include:

• Competitive hourly compensation

• Opportunities to work on advanced aerospace programs

• Supportive recruiting and onboarding experience

• Access to long-term career opportunities within the aerospace industry

Ready to Take the Next Step?

If you’re a Composite Materials Engineer ready to apply your expertise to cutting-edge aerospace programs, we want to hear from you. Apply today and help shape the materials that power the future of flight.

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