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PDS Defense, Inc. is seeking a Product Data Mgmt Specialist, in Seattle, WA. Job ID#
Pay Rate: $68 - $73/hr
Job Description:
This role sits at the intersection of engineering and compliance, supporting classification and export determinations for a wide range of aerospace technologies. You will work directly with engineers to evaluate technical data (drawings, BOMs, software, systems) and determine appropriate classifications under EAR and ITAR regulations.
This is a fast-paced, high-visibility role where priorities shift quickly and decisions matter. You will not be limited to a single program or function instead, you will operate across the enterprise, supporting diverse engineering domains and global stakeholders.
What You ll Do
Perform export classifications (ECCN/ITAR) for aerospace technical data including drawings, materials, source code and engineering systems
Partner directly with engineers to evaluate data, challenge assumptions and guide compliant decisions
Support corporate investigations and compliance risk assessments
Contribute to and improve export decision guides internal processes
Navigate ambiguity balancing regulatory compliance with business needs
Operate in a high-volume, fast-paced environment where priorities can shift quickly
Collaborate with Global Trade Control and Legal teams on complex or high-risk cases
What Sets You Apart
Ability to challenge engineers constructively and defend compliance decisions
Comfortable working in fast-paced, high-demand environments with competing priorities
Proactively seek answers, build knowledge, and don t wait for direction
Strong communicator who can translate complex regulations into practical guidance
Capable of balancing compliance requirements with business risk and execution needs
What You Bring
Independently performs standard classifications by conducting an Order of Review
Builds onward self-classifier status with mentor support
Begins contributing to process improvements and documentation
Why This Role
Work across the entire business unit and not limited to one program or discipline
Gain exposure to a wide range of technologies from engineering drawings to software systems
Engage with global teams and real-world compliance challenges
Operates in a role where there is constant challenge, variety and impact
Build both depth and breadth in export compliance and engineering integration
What to Expect
This is not a slow or highly structured role. You will be expected to:
Learn quickly in an environment with evolving processes
Operate with increasing independence over time
Handle a mix of high-volume requests and complex, high-stakes decisions
If you are someone who thrives in a structured, low-variability environment, this role will feel challenging. If you are someone who enjoys solving complex problems, navigating ambiguity and making decisions then this role will accelerate your growth.
What Success Looks Like
Achieves self-classifier status with minimal need for mentor review
Demonstrates strong independent judgement on standard and some complex classifications
Contributes to meaningful process or efficiency improvements
Updates or enhances export decision guidance used across the organization
Builds credibility with engineering teams as a trusted compliance partner
Education / Experience:
AA degree in related discipline and typically 6 or more years of related experience or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
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). For a full description of benefits available to you, be sure to talk with your recruiter.
Military connected talent encouraged to apply.
VEVRAA Federal Contractor / Request Priority Protected Veteran Referrals / Equal Opportunity Employer / Veterans / Disabled
To read our Candidate Privacy Information Statement, which explains how we will use your information, please visit http://www.tadpgs.com/candidate-privacy/ or https://pdsdefense.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:
Pay Rate: $68 - $73/hr
Job Description:
This role sits at the intersection of engineering and compliance, supporting classification and export determinations for a wide range of aerospace technologies. You will work directly with engineers to evaluate technical data (drawings, BOMs, software, systems) and determine appropriate classifications under EAR and ITAR regulations.
This is a fast-paced, high-visibility role where priorities shift quickly and decisions matter. You will not be limited to a single program or function instead, you will operate across the enterprise, supporting diverse engineering domains and global stakeholders.
What You ll Do
Perform export classifications (ECCN/ITAR) for aerospace technical data including drawings, materials, source code and engineering systems
Partner directly with engineers to evaluate data, challenge assumptions and guide compliant decisions
Support corporate investigations and compliance risk assessments
Contribute to and improve export decision guides internal processes
Navigate ambiguity balancing regulatory compliance with business needs
Operate in a high-volume, fast-paced environment where priorities can shift quickly
Collaborate with Global Trade Control and Legal teams on complex or high-risk cases
What Sets You Apart
Ability to challenge engineers constructively and defend compliance decisions
Comfortable working in fast-paced, high-demand environments with competing priorities
Proactively seek answers, build knowledge, and don t wait for direction
Strong communicator who can translate complex regulations into practical guidance
Capable of balancing compliance requirements with business risk and execution needs
What You Bring
Independently performs standard classifications by conducting an Order of Review
Builds onward self-classifier status with mentor support
Begins contributing to process improvements and documentation
Why This Role
Work across the entire business unit and not limited to one program or discipline
Gain exposure to a wide range of technologies from engineering drawings to software systems
Engage with global teams and real-world compliance challenges
Operates in a role where there is constant challenge, variety and impact
Build both depth and breadth in export compliance and engineering integration
What to Expect
This is not a slow or highly structured role. You will be expected to:
Learn quickly in an environment with evolving processes
Operate with increasing independence over time
Handle a mix of high-volume requests and complex, high-stakes decisions
If you are someone who thrives in a structured, low-variability environment, this role will feel challenging. If you are someone who enjoys solving complex problems, navigating ambiguity and making decisions then this role will accelerate your growth.
What Success Looks Like
Achieves self-classifier status with minimal need for mentor review
Demonstrates strong independent judgement on standard and some complex classifications
Contributes to meaningful process or efficiency improvements
Updates or enhances export decision guidance used across the organization
Builds credibility with engineering teams as a trusted compliance partner
Education / Experience:
AA degree in related discipline and typically 6 or more years of related experience or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
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). For a full description of benefits available to you, be sure to talk with your recruiter.
Military connected talent encouraged to apply.
VEVRAA Federal Contractor / Request Priority Protected Veteran Referrals / Equal Opportunity Employer / Veterans / Disabled
To read our Candidate Privacy Information Statement, which explains how we will use your information, please visit http://www.tadpgs.com/candidate-privacy/ or https://pdsdefense.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
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