Job Listing Description

Senior Flight Control Systems Integration & Safety Engineer – Drive Aerospace Excellence

Location: Everett, WA 98204 (100% Onsite)
Job Type: Full-Time Consultant (6-Month Contract)
Shift: Monday – Friday, 8:00 AM – 4:30 PM
Pay Rate: $83.71 – $104.64 per hour

Shape the Future of Flight Control Systems

PDS Tech Commercial is seeking a Senior Flight Control Systems Integration & Safety Engineer to support the development, certification, and operation of cutting-edge flight control systems for large commercial aircraft. This is a hands-on opportunity to play a key role in aircraft safety, performance, and reliability, working within a world-class aerospace team.

What You’ll Do

• Develop and decompose airplane-level requirements into system and component specifications.
• Perform system safety analysis, including Failure Modes and Effects Analysis (FMEA), Fault Tree Analysis (FTA), and Common Cause Analysis.
• Lead and support certification efforts, ensuring compliance with aviation regulations.
• Analyze, validate, and verify Guidance, Navigation, and Control (GNC) system designs through testing.
• Support initial production efforts, resolving first-build challenges and ensuring manufacturing readiness.
• Provide technical expertise for fleet operations, supporting airlines and regulatory agencies on operational safety matters.
• Collaborate cross-functionally with avionics, pilot operations, safety teams, aerodynamics, and suppliers to optimize system integration.

What We’re Looking For

Required:

• Bachelor’s degree in Electrical, Mechanical, or Aerospace Engineering.
• 7+ years of technical experience in aerospace or a regulated industry.
• 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:

• Experience with ARP 4754 and ARP 4761 standards.
• Strong background in system safety analysis (FMEA, FTA, common cause analysis).
• Expertise in flight control system architecture, design, and verification.
• Proficiency with IBM Rational DOORS or similar requirement management tools.
• Familiarity with certification of safety-critical components and software.

Why Join Us?

• Innovate at the Forefront of Aerospace Technology – Work on mission-critical flight control systems that shape the future of aviation.
• Collaborate with Industry Leaders – Be part of a highly skilled team tackling complex engineering challenges.
• Advance Your Career – Gain experience in system integration, safety, and certification in a globally respected aerospace environment.

Ready to Make an Impact?

If you're an accomplished engineer passionate about flight control systems and safety, apply today and take your career to new heights.

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