Shape the Future of Skilled Talent: Join Us as an Employee Development SpecialistPDS Tech Commercial is seeking an experienced Employee Development Specialist to support a major leader in the aerospace industry. In this high-impact role, you will help train, guide, and inspire the next generation of skilled production employees—directly influencing quality, safety, and team success across the organization.
Role SummaryAs an Employee Development Specialist, you will play a pivotal role in the New Hire Onboarding program and foundational skills instruction for production employees. Your knowledge of fabrication, assembly, composites, or quality systems will enable you to deliver meaningful, engaging training that empowers new talent and strengthens workforce capability.
What You’ll Do• Apply effective instructional techniques—including preparation, delivery, assessment, and remediation
• Deliver training using a variety of media to enhance engagement and retention
• Adapt curriculum and delivery methods based on business-specific learning objectives
• Identify performance-impacting issues and recommend targeted improvement strategies
• Assess training requirements and schedule courses, instructors, and materials
• Analyze and coordinate training requests for new hire, recall, and transfer employees
• Support both 2nd shift and occasional 1st shift training needs
• Maintain regular and predictable attendance to ensure training continuity
Required Qualifications• Strong background in Fabrication, Assembly, Composites, and/or Quality Systems
• Education/experience typically acquired through:
– Bachelor’s degree + 6 years of relevant experience, or
– Master’s degree + 4 years of relevant experience, or
– 10 years of directly related experience
• Ability to deliver clear, engaging instruction to groups and individuals
• Strong communication, organization, and curriculum adaptation skills
• Ability to work onsite in Auburn, WA (relocation at candidate expense if out of state)
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 coordinating training in a production or manufacturing environment
• Understanding of adult learning principles and instructional design methods
• Background supporting cross-functional teams
Why Join UsAt PDS Tech Commercial, you’ll be part of a team that believes in innovation, growth, and continuous learning. This role gives you the unique opportunity to:
• Help new employees build the foundational skills needed for long-term success
• Contribute to an organization that impacts aerospace advancements
• Work alongside a collaborative team dedicated to quality and mentorship
• Make a lasting impact by shaping workforce readiness and capability
You’ll join a supportive environment where your expertise truly matters—and where your work helps employees grow from day one.
Position Details
• Job Type: Full Time; Consultant (12 months)
• Location: Auburn, WA (Onsite)
• Schedule: Monday–Friday, 2nd shift (12PM–8PM), with some 1st shift support
• Pay Rate Starting at: $39.73 per hour
Take the Next StepIf you’re passionate about developing talent and enhancing workforce capability, we invite you to apply today. Bring your expertise, your enthusiasm for teaching, and your commitment to excellence—and help shape the future of aerospace innovation.
Pay Details: $39.73 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
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.
