Project Engineer - G00717

JOB TITLE: Project Engineer



LOCATION: Tempe, AZ



PAY RATE: $55/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: Day 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:

• Supports development, testing, and qualification of electro-mechanical actuation systems for defense and more electric aircraft applications.

• Combines engineering execution with project coordination responsibilities for product development programs.

• Supports project execution, schedules, milestones, and technical deliverables for engineering projects.

• Coordinates development activities across engineering teams including mechanical, electrical, and aerospace disciplines.

• Performs technical problem solving, root cause analysis, and corrective actions for design and testing issues.

• Develops and maintains technical documentation including test plans, test procedures, and test reports.

• Analyzes test results and supports validation and verification activities for electro-mechanical systems.

• Interfaces with customers, suppliers, and internal stakeholders for project coordination and technical communication.

• Assists with risk management, metrics reporting, and project tracking using tools such as Microsoft Project and IMS.

• Supports design validation through build and test activities for mechanical and electronics hardware.

Requirements:

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

• Bachelor's degree in Mechanical, Electrical, Aerospace, or related Engineering discipline.

• 3+ years of engineering experience in product development, testing, or qualification.

• Experience with mechanical design and/or electronics and circuit card design.

• Root cause and corrective action experience for technical issues.

• Familiarity with Microsoft Project, integrated master schedules (IMS), and project coordination activities.

• Experience with electro-mechanical systems for aerospace or defense applications.

• Experience with Earned Value Management Systems (EVMS) or manufacturing is a plus.

• Aerospace or defense industry experience is a plus.

• Strong organizational and communication skills for team collaboration and stakeholder interfaces.

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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