JOB TITLE: Safety & Airworthiness Specialist 4
LOCATION: Everett, WA
PAY RATE: $81.25/hour
We are a national aerospace and defense staffing agency seeking highly qualified candidates for a position with a top-tier client.
Job Details:
Job Type: Contract (12 months with potential for extension)
Industry: Aerospace / Defense / Aviation
Benefits: Medical, dental, and vision (Cigna)
Perks: Bonus potential + Priority access via Tier 1 supplier
Openings Nationwide: Thousands of opportunities across the U.S.
Qualifying Questions:
Are you a U.S. Person (U.S. citizen, lawful permanent resident, or protected individual) as defined under ITAR regulations?
Do you meet the educational and experience requirements for this role?
Can you commute to the job location or relocate if necessary?
Summary:
Lead investigations for FAA-related issues, including Letters of Investigation, Compliance Actions, Voluntary Disclosures, and Airworthiness Non-Compliances
Guide cross-functional engineering teams (Systems, Structures, Payloads, Propulsion) through root cause analysis (RCCA) and structured problem-solving
Develop and implement containment, corrective, and preventive actions, including verification of non-recurrence
Coordinate with internal teams, leadership, suppliers, and Organizational Designation Authorization (ODA) to ensure regulatory compliance
Communicate investigation status, risks, and resolutions to senior leadership and external stakeholders
Lead and influence cross-functional teams to ensure timely and accurate completion of investigations
Support continuous improvement of compliance processes and enterprise tools
Requirements:
10+ years of related experience or equivalent combination of education and experience
Strong written and verbal communication skills
Proven ability to lead, influence, and mentor cross-functional teams
Experience managing complex technical investigations and projects
Must meet Export Control requirements (U.S. Person status required)
Must be a U.S. Person (as defined by ITAR).
