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Protect the Future of Flight: Safety & Airworthiness Specialist Needed at PDS Tech Commercial

**Location:** Everett, WA 98204

**Job Type:** Full-Time Consultant (12 Months)

**Schedule:** Monday to Friday, First Shift (7 AM – 3:30 PM)

**Starting Pay :** $63.04 per hour

Lead Investigations that Shape Aerospace Safety

PDS Tech Commercial is seeking a **Safety & Airworthiness Specialist** to join a dynamic aerospace team focused on safeguarding product integrity and regulatory compliance. In this high-impact role, you’ll lead critical investigations, guide engineering teams, and drive solutions that directly contribute to safer skies.

Your Mission:

+ Lead cross-functional investigations into FAA compliance issues, voluntary disclosures, and airworthiness non-conformances

+ Facilitate structured Root Cause Corrective Action (RCCA) investigations using an aerospace Problem Solving Model

+ Collaborate closely with engineering, certification experts, executives, suppliers, and the FAA

+ Develop and implement containment, corrective, and preventative action plans ensuring compliance restoration and sustained product safety

+ Ensure investigation documentation meets regulatory standards in partnership with the Organizational Designation Authorization (ODA)

+ Continuously improve investigation processes in collaboration with enterprise safety and compliance teams

What You’ll Bring:

Required Qualifications:

+ 10+ years of relevant experience in aerospace, aviation, engineering, or related fields

+ Strong written and verbal communication skills with ability to communicate technical issues to all organizational levels

+ Proven leadership in facilitating teams and complex technical investigations

+ Strong problem-solving skills and initiative to drive resolution and prevention **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 using RCCA tools like 5-Whys, Fishbone, or BPSM

+ Familiarity with FAA regulations, compliance protocols, and ODA procedures (8100.15)

+ Experience interacting with FAA or other regulatory bodies

+ Background in commercial aircraft systems design or systems integration (flight controls, avionics, hydraulics, etc.)

+ Pilot’s license or Airframe & Powerplant (A&P) License a plus

Why Join Us?

At **PDS Tech Commercial** , you’ll do more than fill a role — you’ll help shape the future of aerospace safety. As a **Military Friendly® Employer** , we welcome veterans and transitioning service members into our professional community. Our people-first culture values technical expertise, collaboration, and real-world results.

We Offer:

+ Competitive compensation

+ Professional growth in a highly respected, industry-leading environment

+ The opportunity to directly contribute to global aerospace safety initiatives

+ A collaborative and supportive culture dedicated to innovation and compliance excellence

Take Ownership of Aerospace Safety

Ready to lead investigations that drive real change and protect lives worldwide? **Apply now** to become a **Safety & Airworthiness Specialist** with PDS Tech Commercial and make your impact in the aerospace industry.

**Pay Details:** $63.04 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

To read our Candidate Privacy Information Statement, which explains how we will use your information, please navigate to https://www.pdstech.com/candidate-privacy

The Company will consider qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records in accordance with federal, state, and local laws and/or security clearance requirements, including, as applicable:

+ The California Fair Chance Act

+ Los Angeles City Fair Chance Ordinance

+ Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance for Employers

+ San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance