Lead the Mission Behind the MissionProject Management Specialist Aerospace Programs New Orleans, LADrive people, plans, and programs forwardPDS Tech Commercial is partnering with a leader in the aerospace industry to hire a highly organized Project Management Specialist to support critical hiring and onboarding operations at the Michoud Assembly Facility (MAF) in New Orleans. This role sits at the intersection of project management and workforce coordination—ensuring teams are staffed, equipped, and ready to support high-profile aerospace programs.
About the RoleIn this role, you will independently plan, coordinate, and manage project activities tied to large-scale hiring and onboarding efforts. Your work will directly enable program readiness by ensuring managers, new hires, and stakeholders stay aligned, on schedule, and fully supported from start to finish.
Position Details
Job Type: Full-Time Consultant (6-month assignment, likely extension)
Location: New Orleans, LA
Schedule: Monday–Friday, 8:00 AM–5:00 PM (flexible full 40 hours)
Pay Rate starting at : $55.80 per hour
What You’ll Do Day to Day
Lead and maintain integrated project plans and schedules supporting hiring and onboarding activities
Coordinate administrative onboarding activities for 100+ new hires across MAF and other sites
Support managers with resume reviews, interview scheduling, equipment requests, workspace planning, and orientation logistics
Pull, correlate, and analyze data from multiple sources to create metrics and reports for leadership
Track tasks, actions, risks, trends, and variances; communicate status throughout the project lifecycle
Coordinate training activities and material/equipment needs for new and relocating employees
Act as the primary point of contact for project stakeholders at multiple organizational levels
Assist customers in developing performance recovery plans when needed
Improve project management processes, tools, and best practices to support decision-makers
Ensure project control systems are in place and functioning effectively
Required QualificationsBachelor’s degree and typically 6+ years of related experience
or Master’s degree and typically 4+ years of related experience
or equivalent combination of education and experience
Proven project management experience, including schedule development and stakeholder coordination
Experience supporting staffing and onboarding processes (HR, onboarding specialist, or similar)
Ability to work with sensitive information and personally identifiable information (PII)
Strong data analysis skills with the ability to present clear, actionable metrics to leadership
Exceptional organization, follow-through, and communication skills
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.
Regular and predictable attendance
Preferred QualificationsAerospace, manufacturing, or large-scale program environment experience
Experience working with multiple managers and cross-functional teams
Familiarity with workforce ramp-ups or high-volume onboarding initiatives
Why Join UsAt PDS Tech Commercial, you’ll work on programs that matter—supporting teams behind some of the most advanced aerospace initiatives in the world. You’ll gain exposure to complex, high-visibility projects, partner with experienced leaders, and apply your organizational and leadership skills in an environment that values structure, accountability, and collaboration. Competitive pay, professional growth, and meaningful work come together here.
Ready to Apply?If you thrive on organization, love keeping complex efforts on track, and want to play a key role in supporting aerospace program success, apply today. This team is reviewing resumes now and looking to hire quickly.
Pay Details: $55.80 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
Military connected talent encouraged to apply
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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
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