Design Engineer

JOB TITLE: Design Engineer
LOCATION:Palmdale, CA
PAY RATE: $30.00 – 110.00/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)

• Clearance: Active secret clearance 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. citizen and able to obtain and maintain a U.S. security clearance?

• Do you meet the educational and experience requirements for this role?

• Can you commute to the job location or relocate if necessary?

Summary: 

• Performs hardware integration and final assembly including liaison actions.

• Reviews engineering models and technical drawings for producibility and identifies design errors, omissions, and deficiencies.

• Recommends revisions or improvements in design layout to responsible engineers or designers.

• Works within a model based engineering environment (3DX).

• Defines operations procedures and build sequences using understanding of flight hardware and assembly processes.

• Provides input on design concepts and specification requirements to best utilize equipment and assembly or service techniques.

• Investigates and initiates corrective action of problems and deficiencies.

• Supports development, prototype, or first article programs (new product introduction).

• Applies aircraft experience including production support, maintenance, or testing.

• Desired: Performs on-vehicle testing and troubleshooting of aircraft sub-systems, liaison engineering, hands-on production floor support, manufacturing assembly work instruction authoring, jet engine integration, wire harness installation, aircraft fuel systems, and Delmia software usage.

Requirements:

• Active secret clearance required.

• 10+ years of aircraft sub-systems or structures assembly or integration experience.

• 5+ years of applied aircraft experience (production support, maintenance, or testing).

• 4+ years of recent experience in 3DX or Catia V5 software.

• Experience with development, prototype, or first article program support (new product introduction).

• Experience reviewing engineering models and technical drawings for producibility of new designs.

• Ability to work independently within an Integrated Product Team (IPT) and make critical program decisions.

• Preferred: On-vehicle testing and troubleshooting of aircraft sub-systems.

• Preferred: Liaison engineering experience and hands-on production or shop floor support.

• Preferred: Engineering degree, A&P license, or similar aviation maintenance certification.

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 leading aerospace and defense OEMs and Tier 1 suppliers, we connect professionals with career opportunities to grow and excel in aviation, aerospace, and defense.

Eligibility Requirements:

Must be a U.S. Person (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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