Design and Analysis Engineer

Design and Analysis Engineer – Drive Safety Innovation Across World-Class Aerospace Programs

PDS Tech Commercial is seeking a highly skilled Design and Analysis Engineer to support a global leader in the aerospace industry. This is your opportunity to play a critical role in advancing safety, performance, and mission assurance across iconic commercial aircraft programs, including the 737, 767, 777, and 787. If you’re passionate about engineering excellence and enjoy tackling complex technical challenges, this role offers the impact and visibility you’re looking for.

About The Role

As a Design and Analysis Engineer within the Safety organization, you will lead and support safety initiatives that drive compliance, reliability, and operational excellence. You’ll collaborate with cross-functional teams to evaluate system behavior, identify and mitigate fleet hazards, and develop safety strategies that uphold the highest industry standards.

What You’ll Do

• Conduct research and systems analysis to identify, assess, and quantify fleet safety risks, hazards, and operational concerns.
• Investigate in-service issues and determine systemic root causes using industry best practices.
• Partner with internal and external stakeholders to define, validate, and integrate safety, airworthiness, and mission assurance requirements into designs, processes, and operational procedures.
• Perform or review tests, inspections, simulations, audits, and analyses to verify compliance with established safety requirements.
• Develop, maintain, and improve aerospace safety and mission assurance tools and processes.
• Document safety analysis, hazard mitigations, verification, and validation activities in alignment with customer and regulatory standards.
• Create and update safety and corrective action plans.
• Support customer and regulatory engagements by demonstrating risk mitigations and control methods.
• Drive mission success through execution of Mission Assurance activities across the program lifecycle.
  
  

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree and typically 5 years of experience in an engineering classification OR a Master’s degree with typically 3 years OR a PhD with relevant engineering experience.
• Degree in engineering, computer science, mathematics, physics, or chemistry from an accredited program (ABET preferred).
• Proven experience in design, analysis, safety engineering, or mission assurance within a technical or aerospace 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

• Strong understanding of aerospace safety standards, regulatory requirements, and hazard analysis methodologies.
• Experience supporting commercial aircraft programs or other safety-critical systems.
• Ability to work effectively with cross-functional teams and communicate complex technical information clearly.
  
  

Why Join Us

At PDS Tech Commercial, You’ll Work Alongside Top Aerospace Professionals To Support Some Of The Most Advanced And Impactful Programs In The Industry. This Is An Opportunity To

• Contribute to the safety and reliability of globally recognized commercial aircraft.
• Engage in meaningful, high-visibility engineering work that shapes aviation’s future.
• Work in a collaborative environment that values innovation, precision, and professional growth.
• Enjoy competitive compensation and a consistent work schedule in Everett, WA.
  
  

Position Details

• Job Type: Full-time, Consultant (12 months)
• Location: Everett, WA
• Schedule: Monday–Friday, 8AM–5PM
• Pay Rate: Starting at $56.92 per hour
  
  

Take the Next Step

If you're ready to contribute your engineering expertise to one of the world’s most respected aerospace organizations, we want to hear from you.

Apply today and help shape the future of safe, reliable flight.

Pay Details: $56.92 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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Requirements

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
  
  

Massachusetts Candidates Only: It is unlawful in Massachusetts to require or administer a lie detector test as a condition of employment or continued employment. An employer who violates this law shall be subject to criminal penalties and civil liability.