Propulsion Engineer Level 4

JOB TITLE: Propulsion Engineer Level 4
LOCATION:Everett, WA
PAY RATE: $79.50/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 (6 months with potential for extension)

• 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.

• Shift: 1st shift

Qualifying Questions:

• Are you a U.S. Person (U.S. citizen, lawful permanent resident, or protected individual) 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: 

• Performs installations analysis within the propulsion engineering team.

• Supports development, qualification, and certification of 767, 777, and VC-25B programs in fire safety, component cooling, fuel heating, oil cooling, and engine starting.

• Leads requirements definition, validation, and verification activities for FAA and EASA airworthiness certification.

• Generates certification data to support certification requirements.

• Serves as SME and peer reviewer for technical materials, documents, and presentations produced by Installations Analysis team.

• Drafts, reviews, and approves test plans for component and engine or airplane-level testing to demonstrate compliance.

• Coordinates with engine companies including GE, Rolls-Royce, Pratt & Whitney, and other stakeholders.

• Owns milestone tracking and schedule development.

• Provides project status reports and updates to IPT leadership.

• Applies experience with DAE for technical analysis.

Requirements:

• Must be a U.S. Person (as defined by ITAR).

• Bachelor's and 9 or more years' experience, Master's with 7 or more years' experience or PhD with 4 or more years' experience. Bachelor, Master or Doctorate of Science degree from an accredited course of study, in engineering, computer science, mathematics, physics or chemistry.

• Experience leading complex projects in engineering or program development.

• Experience with development programs.

• Experience with installations analysis for propulsion systems.

• Experience with FAA or EASA certification processes.

• Experience coordinating with engine companies (GE, Rolls-Royce, Pratt & Whitney).

• Experience drafting, reviewing, and approving test plans for component or system-level testing.

• Experience with milestone tracking and schedule development.

• Preferred: DAE experience.

• Ability to provide project status reports and updates to leadership.

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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