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Flight Operations Specialist

PDS Defense Inc.

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Seattle, WA
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PDS Defense, Inc. is seeking a Flight Operations Specialist, in Seattle, WA. Job ID#227117

Pay Rate: $91 - $96/hr

Job Description:

As part of the Airline Operations Safety Support (AOSS) Team, you will have the opportunity to enhance aviation safety at our global customer locations. As a Flight Operations Observer (FOO), you will support onsite deployments through observations in the full flight simulator, as well as the flight deck jumpseat, while collecting critical operational data supporting safety and compliance recommendations. Attention to detail is imperative, as you will be filling out checklists and providing manual references.

In this role, you will also be responsible for pre-deployment preparation and planning. While onsite, you will follow the direction of the Lead and Co-lead.

Position responsibilities:

Comprehensive understanding of a customer s policy and procedures through pre-departure preparation and planning

Perform flight deck and simulator observations to evaluate real-world customer flight and training operations onsite at customer locations

Perform detailed, comprehensive, and accurate observations with daily feedback to the Leads

Participate in and contribute to internal team meetings that accurately reflect flight and simulator observations with detailed corroborating evidence from customer operations manuals

Excel spreadsheets completed correctly and accurately

Represent yourself and the company in a professional manner

Follow instructions by the Lead and Co-Lead

Required skills and abilities:

Minimum 10 years operational experience in commercial aviation, including airline or OEM experience

Previous experience in a pilot role as a captain, pilot instructor, and/or examiner

Airline Transport Pilot License (currency not required)

Proficient in M365; demonstrable IT competency

Excellent interpersonal, relationship building, and communication skills

Ability to respect and adapt to global cultural differences

Strict adherence to policy and procedures

Ability to travel globally for up to 3 weeks at a time

Must live within one hour of a major US airport

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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About Us
PDS Defense offers talent acquisition and SOW/Engineering solutions in the aerospace, defense, machinery, communications, energy, technology, and service industries. We’re focused on developing strong, lasting relationships with our customers to deliver creative and comprehensive solutions that support their talent acquisition strategies. Our flexible business model allows us to provide not only solutions for contract and direct opportunities, but also offload engineering design services, SOW projects, and more. Consistently ranked among the nation’s top firms, PDS Defense ensures fulfillment of your human capital needs by delivering quality talent in minimal time. We also have one of the best records for contractor longevity among staffing agencies. That translates into more stable workforces, smoother operations, and better results for our customers. If you’re looking for a talent acquisition partner that is as focused on your success as you are, PDS Defense is the answer.
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