Structures Manufacturing Planner – Support Next Generation Aerospace Production

PDS Tech Commercial is hiring a proactive and detail oriented Structures Manufacturing Planner to support our partnership with a major leader in the aerospace industry. In this role, you will contribute directly to the build, production, and certification of all 737 derivative aircraft—making a meaningful impact on production efficiency and quality.

About the Role

This full time, 6 month consulting assignment places you at the core of structural manufacturing planning for one of the world’s most recognized aircraft programs. You will collaborate with Engineering, Manufacturing, and cross functional planning teams to update installation plans, resolve manufacturing challenges, and ensure seamless execution on the production floor.

Location: Renton, WA
Schedule: Monday–Friday | 6:30 AM–3:00 PM
Pay Range: $39.17 - $45.00 per hour
Attendance: Regular and predictable attendance required

What You’ll Be Doing

As a Structures Manufacturing Planner, you will ensure the accuracy, quality, and manufacturability of structural installation plans and production documentation. Key responsibilities include:

• Updating and revising Installation Plans in CAPP II and CMES systems.

• Creating and revising Out Of Sequence Installation Plans (OSIPs) to support engineering and planning releases.

• Coordinating and integrating with Manufacturing Engineering teams, Production, and Engineering stakeholders.

• Investigating and resolving manufacturing related issues affecting structure build flow.

• Ensuring accuracy and quality of work instructions, bills of materials, and manufacturing illustrations.

• Reviewing and approving supplier data to confirm compliance with manufacturing requirements.

• Determining and communicating tooling requirements based on production and engineering needs.

Required Qualifications

• 1 or more years of experience in a manufacturing production environment.

• Ability to read, understand, and interpret engineering drawings and technical specifications.

• 1 or more years of related experience, or an equivalent combination of education and experience (Associate level or equivalent).

• 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 related experience (Mid Level).

• 6+ years of related experience (Senior Level).

• Experience with Manufacturing Engineering Planning systems, including:

  • Product Data Manager (PDM)

  • Computer Aided Process Planning (CAPP)

  • REDARS

  • ERPLN

• Education and experience combinations such as:

  • Associate degree + 3+ years related experience

  • Bachelor’s degree + 1+ year related experience

  • 5+ years of equivalent industry experience

Why Join Us

When you join PDS Tech Commercial, you gain access to opportunities that shape the future of aerospace. We offer:

• High impact work supporting a major commercial aircraft program.

• Opportunities for career growth across planning, engineering, and manufacturing disciplines.

• A collaborative, solutions focused culture that values your expertise and input.

• Competitive compensation aligned with skill level and industry standards.

• Potential for future assignments based on performance and program needs.

Take the Next Step in Your Career

If you thrive in a fast paced production environment and enjoy solving complex manufacturing challenges, we encourage you to apply.

Join PDS Tech Commercial and help support the next generation of aerospace manufacturing.

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