Shape the Future of Flight as a Manufacturing Planner

PDS Tech Commercial is partnering with a leading aviation innovator to hire a driven and detail-oriented Manufacturing Planner in Renton, WA. If you’re passionate about optimizing production, solving complex challenges, and contributing to world-class aircraft programs, this is your opportunity to make a real impact.

Role Overview

As a Manufacturing Planner, you’ll play a key role in supporting the production of next-generation aircraft by developing and maintaining manufacturing plans that drive quality, efficiency, and cost performance. Your work will directly influence build strategies, delivery timelines, and the success of critical aerospace programs.

What You’ll Do

In this dynamic and collaborative role, you will:

• Develop, implement, and maintain manufacturing plans, Bills of Materials (BOMs), work instructions, and process documentation

• Create manufacturing concepts and strategies aligned with business objectives

• Integrate suppliers, materials, processes, and technologies to meet production and delivery goals

• Review and approve supplier data to ensure compliance with manufacturing requirements

• Define and manage tooling requirements from design through end-of-life disposition

• Investigate and resolve production and manufacturing issues

• Perform producibility assessments to improve part and product designs

• Provide recommendations to optimize manufacturing processes, cost, and schedules

• Develop work sequencing and integrated plans to support production flow and delivery commitments

• Update and maintain processes and procedures to meet regulatory and business standards

Required Qualifications

• Minimum 1 year of experience in a manufacturing production environment

• Ability to read and interpret engineering drawings and specifications

• 3+ years of related experience or equivalent combination of education and experience

• Strong analytical, problem-solving, and organizational skills

• Ability to work under general direction in a fast-paced environment

• 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 with Manufacturing Engineering Planning systems such as PDM or CAPP

• Background in aerospace or high-volume manufacturing environments

• Experience supporting production engineering or process optimization efforts

• Strong communication and cross-functional collaboration skills

Why Join Us

At PDS Tech Commercial, you’ll step into a role that combines innovation, impact, and career growth:

• Competitive Pay: $40.00 - $48.80  per hour

• Industry-Leading Work: Contribute to major commercial aviation programs

• Career Growth: Build expertise in production engineering and manufacturing strategy

• Collaborative Culture: Work alongside experts who value innovation, quality, and teamwork

• Meaningful Impact: Help deliver aircraft that connect people and power global travel

Key Details

• Location: Renton, WA (Onsite)

• Schedule: Monday–Friday, 6:30 AM – 3:00 PM

• Assignment: 6-month full-time consultant role

Apply Today

Ready to take your manufacturing planning skills to new heights? Join a team where your ideas and expertise help shape the future of aviation.

Apply now with PDS Tech Commercial and help drive excellence in aerospace manufacturing.

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