Senior Propulsion Engineer – FAA/EASA Certification

PDS Defense, Inc.; Everett (WA); On-site; USD 101,000 - 107,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Direct deposit

Free career counseling services

401(k)

Select paid holidays

Short-term disability insurance

Skills training

Employee referral bonus

Affordable medical coverage plan

DailyPay

Job summary

PDS Defense, Inc. seeks a Propulsion Engineer 4 in Everett, WA to join the propulsion team. You will lead installations analysis, support development, qualification, and certification for the 767, 777, and VC-25B programs, and coordinate with major engine companies.

This role demands strong project leadership, FAA/EASA certification experience, and excellent communication in a dynamic aerospace environment. A solid technical background and SME capabilities are essential.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's and 9+ years' experience in propulsion or aircraft systems.
• Master's with 7+ years or PhD with 4+ years accepted.
• FAA/EASA certification processes experience.
• Strong communication and cross-functional collaboration.

Responsibilities

• Lead installations analysis and certification activities.
• Coordinate with GE, Rolls-Royce, Pratt & Whitney and other stakeholders.
• Develop, qualify and certify propulsion systems for programs (767, 777, VC-25B).
• Generate certification data and review technical materials and plans.

Skills

Installations analysis

Project leadership

FAA/EASA certification

Development programs

Communication skills

Task prioritization

Stakeholder coordination

DAE experience

Education

Bachelor's degree in engineering

Master's degree in Engineering

PhD in Engineering

Job description

PDS Defense, Inc. seeks a Propulsion Engineer 4 in Everett, WA to join the propulsion team. You will lead installations analysis, support development, qualification, and certification for the 767, 777, and VC-25B programs, and coordinate with major engine companies.

This role demands strong project leadership, FAA/EASA certification experience, and excellent communication in a dynamic aerospace environment. A solid technical background and SME capabilities are essential.