Engineer the Future of Flight: Lead Complex Aviation Programs as a Systems Engineer

Location: Everett, WA
Schedule: Monday–Friday | 7:00 AM – 3:30 PM
Pay Rate: STarting at $54.10  per hour
Job Type: Full-Time | 12-Month Consultant Assignment

Shape the Systems That Keep Aviation Advancing

PDS Tech Commercial is partnering with a leader in the aviation industry to hire a dynamic and results-driven Systems Engineer. In this high-impact role, you’ll lead the planning, integration, and execution of complex engineering programs—ensuring projects are delivered on time, within scope, and aligned with strategic objectives.

If you’re a problem-solver who thrives at the intersection of engineering and project leadership, this is your opportunity to influence cutting-edge aviation systems and drive innovation forward.

What You’ll Do

As a Systems Engineer, you will take ownership of program planning and execution while collaborating across diverse teams. Your responsibilities will include:

• Developing, coordinating, and maintaining integrated project plans and schedules for complex programs
• Leading analyses (trend, variance, impact) and conducting risk assessments to guide decision-making
• Identifying risks and opportunities, developing mitigation strategies, and refining business cases
• Establishing lead time requirements and optimizing planning processes
• Ensuring integration of schedules, change management, and baseline controls using industry best practices
• Acting as the primary point of contact for stakeholders to define project requirements and objectives
• Directing projects or subsystems from inception through completion, aligning internal and external commitments
• Collaborating with engineering, production, and supplier management teams to deliver results
• Advancing Agile work management frameworks and improving tools and processes (e.g., JIRA)

What You Bring

Required Qualifications:

• 3+ years of project management experience
• 3+ years of experience supporting cross-functional teams and stakeholders
• Strong organizational, analytical, and problem-solving skills
• Ability to manage complex projects and drive them to successful completion
• 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:

• 5+ years of related experience or equivalent combination of education and experience
• Professional certification such as PMP (Project Management Professional)
• Experience with airplane systems or integrated system development projects
• Background working across engineering, production, and supplier management teams
• Experience with Agile/Scrum frameworks and tools such as JIRA
• Demonstrated ability to lead teams and deliver impactful results

Education & Experience:

• Bachelor’s degree with 5+ years of engineering experience, OR
• Master’s degree with 3+ years of experience, OR
• PhD with relevant engineering experience

Why Join Us

At PDS Tech Commercial, you’ll do more than manage projects—you’ll help shape the future of aviation innovation. Here’s what you can expect:

• Competitive pay with a stable, first-shift schedule
• Opportunity to work with a globally recognized aviation leader
• A collaborative, forward-thinking environment focused on continuous improvement
• Hands-on involvement in complex, high-visibility engineering programs
• Opportunities to expand your leadership and technical expertise

Ready to Lead What’s Next in Aviation?

If you’re ready to take ownership of impactful engineering programs and drive results in a fast-paced, innovative environment, we want to hear from you.

Apply today and help engineer the systems that power the future of flight.

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