Job Description
Job DescriptionEngineer Solutions on the Factory Floor. Help Build the Future of Aviation.Now Hiring: Liaison Engineer
PDS Tech Commercial is partnering with a leader in the aviation industry to hire experienced Liaison Engineers for a high-impact opportunity supporting advanced aircraft production programs.
If you're a seasoned engineer who thrives on solving complex manufacturing challenges, working directly with production teams, and making real-time decisions that keep aircraft moving through production, this role offers the perfect blend of engineering expertise and hands-on problem solving.
Job Type: Full-Time Consultant (12-Month Assignment)
Pay Rate starting at : $79.98 per hour
Schedule: Monday–Friday | 7:00 AM – 4:00 PM (Shift rotation may be required)
Locations (100% Onsite):
- Renton, WA
- Auburn, WA
- Frederickson, WA
- Portland, OR
Make an Impact Where Engineering Meets Manufacturing
As a Liaison Engineer, you'll serve as the critical link between engineering and production teams, helping resolve technical issues that arise during aircraft manufacturing. You'll work directly on the factory floor, analyzing non-conformances, developing repair solutions, supporting manufacturing operations, and ensuring production remains aligned with engineering requirements, safety standards, and design intent.
Your work will directly contribute to the safe, efficient, and successful delivery of world-class aircraft.
What You'll Do
In this role, you will:
- Analyze and disposition production non-conformances and manufacturing issues
- Conduct root cause analyses and develop corrective actions
- Apply engineering principles to resolve technical, quality, and operational challenges
- Evaluate deviations that may impact product integrity, safety, or design intent
- Develop and implement process and product improvements
- Participate in Integrated Product Teams (IPTs) and engineering design reviews
- Support production teams with real-time engineering solutions on the factory floor
- Represent engineering throughout production and post-production activities
- Ensure supplier and partner compliance with engineering and quality requirements
- Develop technical correspondence supporting continued safe operation and maintenance
- Participate in repair teams, product investigations, and support activities
- Analyze damage repairs and structural modifications
- Determine appropriate jacking, shoring, and repair methods
- Design interim structural repairs and perform static strength analyses
- Develop non-destructive testing procedures, tools, and standards
Required Qualifications
To be successful in this role, you should have:
- Bachelor's or Master's Degree in Engineering from an ABET-accredited (or equivalent) institution
- 14+ years of experience in:
- Structures Engineering
- Systems Engineering
- Design Engineering
- Production Engineering
- Current or previous Material Review Board (MRB) certification within the last two years
- Strong problem-solving, analytical, and troubleshooting skills
- Experience supporting manufacturing and production environments
- Excellent communication and collaboration abilities
- Ability to make timely engineering decisions in a fast-paced setting
- 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
Top candidates may also possess:
- 14+ years of senior-level engineering experience
- Extensive experience supporting aircraft manufacturing operations
- Hands-on experience with aerospace materials and manufacturing processes
- Expertise in structural repairs and aircraft modification activities
- Knowledge of production support, quality systems, and airworthiness requirements
- Experience developing repair dispositions and implementing process improvements
Work Environment
This is a fully onsite role that places you at the center of aircraft production operations.
You'll regularly work in:
- Active manufacturing facilities
- Aircraft assembly environments
- Areas with elevated noise levels
- Production spaces involving stairs, platforms, and industrial equipment
- Aircraft in various stages of construction and assembly
This position also participates in an approximately 9-month training rotation program, which may include:
- First, second, or third shift assignments
- Weekend work and overtime
- Travel between regional manufacturing sites
- Exposure to multiple aircraft programs and production environments
Why Join Us?
At PDS Tech Commercial, we connect exceptional engineering talent with industry-leading organizations that are shaping the future of aviation. This opportunity offers the chance to apply your expertise where it matters most—on the production floor, solving real-world engineering challenges and contributing to the creation of advanced aircraft.
What You'll Enjoy
- Competitive pay starting at $79.98 per hour
- Opportunity to work with a major aviation industry leader
- Hands-on involvement in aircraft manufacturing and production support
- Exposure to complex engineering challenges and advanced aerospace technologies
- Collaborative environment with manufacturing, quality, and engineering teams
- Meaningful work that directly impacts aircraft safety, quality, and performance
- Opportunities to expand your technical expertise and industry knowledge
- A culture built on innovation, teamwork, accountability, and continuous improvement
Ready to Be the Engineering Difference?
If you're an experienced engineer with MRB expertise, strong manufacturing knowledge, and a passion for solving problems where they happen, we want to hear from you.
Apply today and join PDS Tech Commercial as a Liaison Engineer. Bring your expertise to the factory floor and help transform engineering concepts into aircraft that connect the world.
Pay Details: $79.98 per hour
Benefit offerings available for our associates include medical, dental, vision, life insurance, short-term disability, additional voluntary benefits, EAP program, commuter benefits and a 401K plan. Our benefit offerings provide employees the flexibility to choose the type of coverage that meets their individual needs. In addition, our associates may be eligible for paid leave including Paid Sick Leave or any other paid leave required by Federal, State, or local law, as well as Holiday pay where applicable.
Equal Opportunity Employer/Veterans/Disabled
Military connected talent encouraged to apply
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- The California Fair Chance Act
- Los Angeles City Fair Chance Ordinance
- Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance for Employers
- San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance
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