Liaison Engineering

Job Description

Job Description

Engineer Solutions Where Aircraft Take Shape. Join the Front Line of Aerospace Innovation.Now Hiring: Senior Liaison Engineer

PDS Tech Commercial is partnering with a global leader in Commercial Airplanes to hire experienced Liaison Engineers who are ready to bridge the gap between design and production on some of the world's most advanced commercial aircraft programs.

If you're an accomplished engineering professional who thrives in a manufacturing environment, enjoys solving complex technical challenges, and wants to see your engineering decisions come to life on the factory floor, this is an opportunity to make a direct impact on aircraft production, quality, and safety.

Locations: 100% Onsite – Portland, OR; Renton, WA; Auburn, WA; Frederickson, WA
Schedule: Monday–Friday | 1st Shift | 7:00 AM–4:00 PM
Pay Rate: from $95 to $120 per hour
Job Type: Full-Time Consultant (12-Month Assignment)

Turn Engineering Expertise into Real-World Results

As a Senior Liaison Engineer , you'll serve as the critical link between engineering and manufacturing, helping transform aircraft designs into production-ready reality. You'll work directly with production teams, suppliers, and cross-functional stakeholders to resolve technical issues, analyze non-conformances, and ensure products are built safely, efficiently, and in accordance with design intent.

This is a hands-on engineering role that extends far beyond the desk. You'll be in the factory, inside aircraft, and on the production floor making decisions that directly affect aircraft quality, performance, and customer satisfaction.

What You'll Do

In this role, you will:

• Analyze, investigate, and develop dispositions for production non-conformances

• Perform root cause analysis and implement corrective actions

• Apply engineering expertise to resolve complex product and process issues

• Support production teams by providing real-time engineering solutions on the factory floor

• Evaluate reported deviations that may impact safety, quality, and design intent

• Develop and implement continuous process and product improvements

• Participate in Integrated Product Teams (IPTs) and engineering design reviews

• Represent Engineering throughout the production and post-production lifecycle

• Ensure supplier and build partner compliance with standards

• Develop technical correspondence supporting continued safe operation and maintenance

• Participate in accident investigations and repair support activities

• Analyze structural damage and modification requirements

• Determine appropriate jacking, shoring, and repair strategies

• Design interim structural repairs and perform static strength analyses

• Develop non-destructive testing (NDT) procedures, standards, and tools

• Collaborate extensively with manufacturing, quality, suppliers, and customers

Required Qualifications

We're seeking experienced engineers who possess:

• Bachelor's or Master's Degree in Engineering from an ABET-accredited (or equivalent) institution

• 20+ years of experience in one or more of the following:

  • Structures Engineering

  • Systems Engineering

  • Design Engineering

  • Production Engineering

• Strong technical problem-solving and root cause analysis capabilities

• Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced manufacturing environment

• Excellent communication and collaboration skills

• Experience supporting engineering issues throughout the product lifecycle

• Commitment to quality, safety, and continuous improvement

Preferred Qualifications

Highly qualified candidates may also have:

• Senior-level experience supporting commercial aerospace manufacturing programs

• Extensive hands-on experience with materials and manufacturing processes

• Aircraft structural repair and modification experience

• Experience supporting supplier quality and production operations

• Knowledge of non-destructive testing methods and procedures

• Experience working directly on factory floors and production support teams

• Background investigating and resolving complex aircraft manufacturing challenges

Work Environment

This role is fully onsite and includes daily interaction within aircraft production environments.

You should be comfortable working in areas that may include:

• Aircraft assembly lines

• High-noise production environments

• Stairways and elevated work areas

• Chemical handling and manufacturing operations

• Various stages of aircraft construction and assembly

This position also includes participation in approximately 9-month Training Rotation Program , which may involve:

• First, second, or third shift assignments

• Weekend support

• Overtime as needed

• Travel between facilities

Why Join Us?

At PDS Tech Commercial, we connect exceptional engineering talent with industry leaders driving the future of aerospace innovation. Through our partnership you'll work at the center of commercial aircraft manufacturing, helping solve critical engineering challenges that impact aircraft delivered around the world.

What You'll Enjoy

• Competitive pay starting at $96.92 per hour

• Opportunity to work with one of the most recognized names in aerospace

• Direct involvement in aircraft production and manufacturing excellence

• Exposure to highly complex engineering challenges and cutting-edge technology

• Collaborative, multidisciplinary work environment

• Opportunity to influence product quality, safety, and customer satisfaction

• Valuable experience supporting world-class commercial aircraft programs

• A culture built on innovation, teamwork, technical excellence, and continuous improvement

Ready to Bring Engineering to the Factory Floor?

If you're a seasoned aerospace engineer who enjoys hands-on problem solving, collaborating with production teams, and driving real-world engineering solutions, we want to hear from you.

Apply today and join PDS Tech Commercial as a Senior Liaison Engineer. Help bridge the gap between design and production while shaping the future of commercial aviation.

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.

Pay Details: $95.00 to $120.00 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.

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Military connected talent encouraged to apply

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