JOB TITLE: Design Engineer Structures (DEFENSE)
LOCATION: Palmdale, CA
PAY RATE: $100/hour
We are a national aerospace and defense staffing agency seeking highly qualified candidates for a position with a top-tier client.
Job Details:
Job Type: Contract (12 months with potential for extension)
Security Clearance: Active Secret with an investigation in the last 5 years or Continuous Evaluation enrollment required
Industry: Aerospace / Defense / Aviation
Benefits: Medical, dental, and vision (Cigna)
Perks: Bonus potential + Priority access via Tier 1 supplier
Openings Nationwide: Thousands of opportunities across the U.S.
Qualifying Questions:
Are you a U.S. person as defined under ITAR regulations?
Do you meet the educational and experience requirements for this role?
Can you commute to the job location or relocate if necessary?
Summary:
Design, develop, and test a variety of power plants, aircraft, missiles, and parts with structural efficiency in mind
Establish structural specifications, perform basic stress analysis, and conduct performance tests
Develop or improve products to support manufacturing operations
Create preliminary layouts, sketches, and notes for design proposals
Investigate design factors such as manufacturability, material availability, interchangeability, replaceability, strength-to-weight efficiency, and cost
Coordinate with other organizations impacted by design development
Layout assemblies and detailed parts for devices, mechanisms, structures, and products
Review completed layouts and drawings for clarity, completeness, compliance with standards, and accuracy of calculations and dimensions
Identify design errors, omissions, and deficiencies, recommending revisions and improvements to responsible engineers or designers
Provide MRB support and solutions for design-related issues
Develop practical solutions for complex structural and design problems under general direction
Requirements:
Active Secret clearance (investigation in last 5 years) or CE enrollment
5+ years recent experience with CATIA V5
5+ years experience in airframe structures design, MRB support, and structural modifications
Must be a U.S. Citizen (as defined by ITAR).
About Us:
The Structures Company is a premier national aerospace and defense staffing agency specializing in contract, contract-to-hire, and direct hire placements. We deliver expert workforce solutions across engineering, IT, production, maintenance, and support roles.
As trusted partners to major aerospace OEMs and Tier 1 suppliers, we connect professionals with opportunities to grow and excel in the aviation and aerospace industries.
Eligibility Requirements:
Must be a U.S. Citizen, lawful permanent resident, or protected individual under 8 U.S.C. 1324b(a)(3) to comply with ITAR regulations.
Keywords: aerospace, aviation, engineering, maintenance, aircraft design, defense
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