Be the Bridge Between Design and Reality — Join PDS Tech as a Liaison Engineer in Aerospace!
Location: Portland, OR
Job Type: Full-Time Consultant (12 Months)
Starting Pay : $65.65 /hour
Schedule: Variable shifts – 1st, 2nd, 3rd – including weekends. Must be available for all shifts.
Work Setting: 100 Onsite
Build What Others Only Dream AboutPDS Tech Commercial is seeking highly skilled Senior Liaison Engineers to join our team supporting a leading aerospace program in Portland, Oregon. As a Liaison Engineer, you won’t be stuck behind a desk — you’ll be in the factory, on the floor, making real-time decisions that shape the future of flight. Your expertise will turn complex engineering designs into tangible, high-performance aircraft components.
This is your opportunity to lead hands-on solutions, solve high-impact technical challenges, and support production teams at the cutting edge of aerospace manufacturing.
What You’ll DoBe the frontline engineering presence on the production floor.
Analyze non-conformances, lead root cause investigations, and develop engineering dispositions.
Collaborate with production, quality, and design teams to ensure design intent and safety.
Develop and implement engineering solutions across the entire product lifecycle.
Represent engineering in supplier interactions, customer communications, and field support.
Design and analyze structural repairs, support tooling, and develop test procedures.
Navigate complex GD&T, material properties, machining limitations, and functional testing.
What You BringRequired Qualifications:
Bachelor’s or Master’s in Engineering from an ABET or equivalent accredited institution.
10+ years in structures, systems, design, or production engineering.
5+ years of prior Engineering Material Review Board (MRB) experience.
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.
Willingness and ability to work all three shifts and weekends as needed.
Preferred Expertise:
Deep understanding of materials (steel, titanium, aluminum) and post-machining processes.
Machining processes, limitations, surface prep, and load path analysis.
GD&T interpretation and advanced metrology (Spatial Analyzer experience a plus).
Gear/shaft mechanics, gear patterns, fit tolerances, and installation best practices.
Familiarity with material processing like heat treat, plating, anodizing, and painting.
Repair techniques: bushing installation, rework finishing, corrosion protection.
Aircraft-level functional testing knowledge and troubleshooting.
Why Join PDS Tech?At PDS Tech Commercial, youre not just taking a job — youre joining a team that empowers innovation and excellence. We connect top-tier talent with leading aerospace companies to deliver work that really matters. Youll be supported by a company that values growth, hands-on problem-solving, and engineering craftsmanship.
What we offer:
Competitive compensation
Opportunities for extended contract and long-term career development
Challenging and high-impact projects
Military Friendly® Employer recognition
A collaborative, mission-driven culture
Ready to Build What’s Next?If you’re an experienced engineer who thrives on solving problems hands-on and transforming designs into real-world performance, we want to hear from you.
Apply today to become a Liaison Engineer with PDS Tech — where your expertise drives the future of aerospace.
Pay Details: $65.65 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
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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
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