Lead Aviation Safety Forward as a Safety & Regulatory SpecialistPDS Tech Commercial is partnering with a respected leader in the aviation industry to find a highly skilled Safety & Regulatory Specialist who is ready to make a direct impact on aircraft safety, compliance, and operational excellence. If you are passionate about regulatory integrity, problem-solving, and helping shape the future of aviation, this is your opportunity to join a mission-critical team in Everett, Washington.
In this role, you’ll lead high-visibility investigations into regulatory compliance matters, uncover systemic root causes, and help implement corrective actions that strengthen one of the world’s safest transportation systems. Your expertise will support product safety across the full aircraft lifecycle while collaborating with engineering leaders, compliance professionals, and executive stakeholders.
What You’ll DoAs a Safety & Regulatory Specialist, you will serve as a key investigator and facilitator for complex compliance matters. Responsibilities include:
- Lead Root Cause Corrective Action (RCCA) investigations involving FAA Letters of Investigation, voluntary disclosures, self-audit findings, and airworthiness non-compliances
- Guide cross-functional engineering teams through structured problem-solving processes to identify root causes and corrective actions
- Coordinate with leadership, suppliers, and technical experts to align on investigation progress, risk mitigation, and resolution plans
- Develop containment actions and long-term preventive measures to eliminate recurrence of compliance issues
- Partner with Organizational Designation Authorization (ODA) teams to ensure investigation outcomes meet regulatory expectations
- Support continuous improvement of internal safety, compliance, and investigation tools and processes
- Communicate complex technical findings clearly to diverse audiences, including executives and engineering teams
- Contribute to a culture where safety, accountability, and innovation remain top priorities
What You BringRequired Qualifications- 6+ years of related professional experience or equivalent combination of education and experience
- Bachelor’s degree or advanced education, or comparable experience
- Strong written and verbal communication skills
- Ability to lead initiatives and collaborate across diverse teams
- Proven ability to manage priorities, drive results, and meet deadlines
- Must meet U.S. Person status requirements under Export Control regulations
Preferred Qualifications- Experience with RCCA tools such as 5-Whys, Fishbone, or structured problem-solving methodologies
- Knowledge of aircraft certification, safety requirements, and compliance procedures
- Experience working with FAA or other regulatory agencies
- Familiarity with FAA Regulatory Compliance and ODA procedures
- Background in commercial aircraft systems design, analysis, or systems integration
- Pilot’s license or Airframe & Powerplant (A&P) License
- Experience in aviation engineering environments such as avionics, hydraulics, fuels, or flight controls
Why Join UsAt PDS Tech Commercial, we connect exceptional talent with impactful opportunities that shape industries and advance innovation. In this role, you’ll enjoy:
- Competitive pay Starting at : $50.81 per hour
- First shift schedule: Monday–Friday, 7:00 AM–3:30 PM
- 12-month full-time consultant assignment with career-building potential
- Exposure to high-level aviation safety and regulatory operations
- Collaborative, mentor-supported team culture
- Meaningful work that helps protect passengers and improve global air travel
- Strong commitment to diversity, inclusion, and professional growth
Work LocationEverett, WA
This position is 100 onsite.
Ready to Make Aviation Safer?If you’re an experienced compliance, engineering, or aviation professional who thrives on solving complex challenges and driving meaningful change, we want to hear from you.
Apply today and help keep the future of flight safe, compliant, and moving forward
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: $50.81 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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- Los Angeles City Fair Chance Ordinance
- Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance for Employers
- San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance
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