Drive Innovation in Aerospace — Lead Cutting-Edge Design & Certification Efforts

Step Into a High-Impact Engineering Role with PDS Tech Commercial

PDS Tech Commercial is partnering with a global aviation leader to bring on a Design and Analysis Engineer in Tukwila, WA. This is a unique opportunity for a seasoned engineer to lead supplier integration and FAA certification efforts on a rapid-prototype program. Your expertise will directly influence the development, validation, and delivery of advanced aerospace systems.

Role Snapshot

• Location: Tukwila, WA (Hybrid flexibility; primarily onsite)

• Schedule: Monday–Friday, 9:00 AM – 3:00 PM

• Pay Rate: $82.00 - $100.00/hour

• Job Type: Full-Time, 4-Month Contract

• Travel: Occasional domestic travel (1–2 supplier visits)

What You’ll Do

• Lead technical supplier management, ensuring alignment of schedules, deliverables, and program milestones

• Review and approve technical drawings and engineering documentation

• Oversee qualification test planning and execution with suppliers

• Ensure compliance with FAA certification standards and requirements

• Manage conformity verification and validation processes

• Integrate supplier performance into the broader program timeline and risk management strategy

• Collaborate cross-functionally with engineering, manufacturing, and program teams

• Provide technical leadership on mission computing systems (preferred experience area)

• Analyze test results and implement improvements to ensure performance and compliance

Required Qualifications

• 10–15 years of experience in engineering design, analysis, or systems integration

• Minimum 5 years of experience in qualification testing and validation

• Bachelor’s degree (or higher) in engineering, computer science, mathematics, physics, or related field

• Strong experience with supplier coordination and technical oversight

• Proven ability to interpret and approve engineering drawings and technical data

• Comfortable working in a fast-paced, prototype development environment

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience supporting FAA certification processes

• Background in mission computing systems or avionics integration

• Prior work with rapid prototyping or advanced aerospace development programs

• Strong leadership and stakeholder management skills

Why Join Us

At PDS Tech Commercial, we connect top engineering talent with groundbreaking aerospace programs. When you join this opportunity, you gain:

• The chance to work with a globally recognized aerospace innovator

• Involvement in cutting-edge prototype development programs

• A collaborative, high-performance culture that values technical leadership and innovation

• Exposure to advanced certification and compliance processes

• This is your chance to contribute at a strategic level and help shape the future of aerospace engineering.

Ready to Lead What’s Next in Aviation?

If you’re an experienced engineer ready to take ownership of critical systems, guide supplier performance, and drive certification success—this is your opportunity.

Apply today and elevate your career with a role that makes a measurable impact.

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