Manufacturing Planner 3

PDS Defense, Inc.; Everett (WA); On-site; USD 58,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

PDS Defense, Inc. in Everett, WA seeks a Manufacturing Planner 3 to support the 2nd shift in advancing producibility through DFMA and cross-discipline collaboration on aircraft programs. The role emphasizes safety, quality, and efficiency on the factory floor.

The ideal candidate will have a Bachelor of Science in Engineering, 2+ years’ related experience, and the ability to work hands-on with mechanics and designers to optimize the build plan and tooling.

Qualifications

• 2+ years related work experience or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Be able and willing to work 2nd shift (2:30 pm–11:00 pm).
• Experience in a manufacturing or production environment preferred.
• Bachelor's degree in engineering or related field preferred.

Responsibilities

• Integrates across engineering disciplines to drive producibility requirements into the design.
• Implements technical solutions into the build plan to ensure safety, stability and reliability.
• Analyzes design/build concepts to evaluate producible definitions (DFMA).
• Collects and analyzes production data to identify anomalies and root causes.
• Leads integration of mechanical and electrical systems into the aircraft build plan.

Skills

2+ years related experience

2nd shift availability

Education

Bachelor of Science in Engineering

Job description

Engineering

Manufacturing Planner 3 Everett, WA Posted: 6/5/2026

Job Description

Job ID#:

218396

Job Category:

Engineering

Position Type:

Associate - W2

Duration:

26

Shift:

2

Positions Available:

2

PDS Defense, Inc. is seeking a Manufacturing Planner 3, in Everett, WA. Job ID#218396

Pay Rate: $42 - $47/hr

Job Description

Seeking a Manufacturing Engineers to support 2nd shift factory operations in Everett, WA. A successful candidate in this role will have passion, creativity, and an insatiable desire for process improvement and efficiency. They will also have a strong desire to be out in the factory, interacting with mechanics, and directly supporting the production system. In Production Engineering, we need highly responsible professionals committed to upholding the highest standards of safety, quality, and integrity.

This opportunity is located in Everett, WA, and our team members support the entire 777 and 777X programs including structures, wings, and final assembly.

This is a 2nd shift opportunity with a 2:30 pm 11 pm PST schedule.

Primary Responsibilities

Integrates across engineering disciplines to drive producibility requirements into the design of aircraft electrical systems (Design for Manufacturing and Assembly (DFMA)).

Engages in the implementation of technical solutions into the build plan, ensuring production safety and stability, and product reliability.

Analyzes and improves design/build concepts to evaluate a producible product definition (Design for Manufacturing and Assembly (DFMA)).

Collect and analyze production data to identify anomalies and investigate root causes when product first-pass quality and/or production efficiency is outside our standards of excellence.

Troubleshoots and resolves technical problems that arise during production to ensure the integrity of the product and to minimize impact on performance, cost, or schedule.

Leads the complex integration of aircraft mechanical and electrical systems into the aircraft build plan, ensuring an efficient and repeatable process for systems installation.

Coordinates with production and design engineers across commodities to ensure integration of electrical systems with all other interfacing airplane components (structures, interiors, etc.).

Drives innovative requirements for tooling and equipment to install and test electrical components more efficiently, earlier on the build process, and more ergonomically for mechanics.

Regularly engages with mechanics and electricians on airplane manufacturing/assembly processes, identifying and implementing opportunities to improve the efficiency and reliability of the aircraft build plan.

Coordinates across teams to implement new engineering principles, theories, advanced technologies, and concepts, including but not limited to electrical systems design, equipment installation, functional test, and more.

Apply technical knowledge to innovate, design, and develop manufacturing and assembly processes, tooling, assembly fixtures, and procedures.

Develops and implements process improvements using Lean production methodologies.

Able to learn in a fast-paced environment and have the ability to collaborate with both the engineering workforce and the manufacturing team members on the factory floor.

Typical Day

Spending up to 8 hours on feet standing/walking on the production floor

Climbing ladders or stairs to access equipment or airplane sections

Working at heights or in tight spaces

Wearing required PPE

Required Skills

2 or more years related work experience or an equivalent combination of education and experience.

Be able and willing to work 2nd shift (2:30 pm 11 pm).

Preferred Skills

Bachelor of Science degree in Engineering, Engineering Technology (including Manufacturing Technology), Computer Science, Data Science, Mathematics, Physics, Chemistry or non-US equivalent qualifications directly related to the work statement

Experience working in an engineering discipline.

Experience working in a production environment.

Education / Experience

Education/experience typically acquired through advanced education (e.g. Associate) and typically 3 or more years' related work experience or an equivalent combination of education and experience (e.g. Bachelor+1 years' related work experience, 5 years' related work experience, etc.).

Benefits offered to vary by the contract. Depending on your temporary assignment, benefits may include direct deposit, free career counseling services, 401(k), select paid holidays, short-term disability insurance, skills training, employee referral bonus, affordable medical coverage plan, and DailyPay (in some locations).

Job Requirements

Minimum Security Clearance:

No Clearance

Military connected talent encouraged to apply.

VEVRAA Federal Contractor / Request Priority Protected Veteran Referrals / 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

VEVRAA Federal Contractor / Request Priority Protected Veteran Referrals / Equal Opportunity Employer / Veterans / Disabled