**Liaison Engineer – Drive Innovation on the Factory Floor** **Solve Complex Challenges. Bring Aerospace Designs to Life.** PDS Tech Commercial is seeking a **Liaison Engineer** at our **Portland, OR** site. This **12-month consulting role** is a hands-on opportunity for **experienced engineers** who thrive in a fast-paced factory environment. If you're ready to go beyond the desk, work directly with production teams, and **transform design into reality** , we want you on our team! + **Pay Rate:** $82.96 – $103.94 per hour + **Schedule:** Variable shifts (1st, 2nd, 3rd) with potential weekend work **What You’ll Do** As a **Liaison Engineer** , you’ll be the bridge between **engineering and production** , ensuring aerospace components meet the highest standards. Key responsibilities include: + **Analyze and resolve production issues** , conducting **root cause analysis** and developing effective solutions. + Apply **engineering principles** to assess product/process issues throughout the product lifecycle. + Partner with **manufacturing teams** to implement **design improvements** and **process efficiencies** . + Support **non-conformance dispositioning** , ensuring compliance with standards. + Conduct **static strength analysis** , develop **interim structural repairs** , and design **non-destructive testing procedures** . + Participate in **design reviews, accident investigations, and aircraft repair projects** . + Provide **on-site engineering support** , navigating a **dynamic factory environment** with exposure to high noise areas, chemical hazards, and complex aerospace structures. + Travel as needed during the **9-month Aerospace Training Rotation Program** , with shifts rotating across first, second, and third shifts. **What You Bring** **Required Qualifications** + **Bachelor’s or Master’s degree** in Engineering from an **ABET-accredited** program. + **14+ years of experience** in **structures, systems, design, or production engineering** . + **Prior Material Review Board (MRB) experience** (15+ years preferred). + Ability to work **onsite full-time** and adapt to varying shifts, including weekends. + **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** We are looking for **liaison engineers** with expertise in the following areas: + **Materials & Manufacturing** – Deep knowledge of **steel, aluminum, and titanium** properties, machining, forging, and finishing processes. + **Machining & Tolerancing** – Experience with **GD&T (True Position, Parallel Surface, Bonus Tolerance)** , machining practices, and metrology. + **Gears & Shafts** – Understanding of gear tables, spline profiles, fit-up requirements, and gear interaction principles. + **Material Processing** – Experience with **heat treatment, plating, anodizing, and protective coatings** . + **Functional Testing** – Ability to **diagnose performance issues** and interpret functional test results at the **aircraft level** . + **Repair & Rework** – Knowledge of **bushing installations, heli-coils, corrosion protection, and refinishing techniques** . **Why Join PDS Tech Commercial?** + **Work on Cutting-Edge Aerospace Projects** – Play a critical role in **production and repair operations** . + **High-Impact Role** – Your expertise will directly **influence aircraft safety, performance, and innovation** . + **Competitive Pay & Shift Flexibility** – Earn up to **$103.94 per hour** with opportunities for **weekend and overtime work** . + **Professional Growth** – Expand your skills through **hands-on factory experience, advanced troubleshooting, and leadership opportunities** . + **Collaborative Culture** – Work alongside **engineers, technicians, and production teams** in a dynamic, problem-solving environment. **Apply Today** If you’re a highly skilled **Liaison Engineer** ready to take on a challenging, hands-on role in aerospace manufacturing, we want to hear from you. **Apply now** and be part of a team that’s driving aerospace innovation forward! **Pay Details:** $82.96 to $103.94 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 To read our Candidate Privacy Information Statement, which explains how we will use your information, please navigate to https://www.pdstech.com/candidate-privacy The Company will consider qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records in accordance with federal, state, and local laws and/or security clearance requirements, including, as applicable: + The California Fair Chance Act + Los Angeles City Fair Chance Ordinance + Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance for Employers + San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance