Design and Analysis Engineer 4

JOB TITLE: Design and Analysis Engineer 4



LOCATION: Everett, WA



PAY RATE: $88/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: Ability to obtain and/or maintain a Secret Security Clearance ( Active Secret or Interim Secret required to start ).

• Schedule: Full-time | 1st Shift (7:00 AM 4:00 PM )

• 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:

• Support the engineering design, development, integration, testing, and certification of mission avionics systems , ensuring seamless integration with software and higher-level platforms.

• Assist in the development, validation, verification, and decomposition of system-level requirements .

• Develop and execute test plans and procedures in support of system validation and certification activities.

• Coordinate system-level integration of avionics hardware and software components.

• Support execution of critical tests to validate avionics performance against system requirements.

• Provide technical oversight and coordination with suppliers and software teams to ensure compliance with engineering and design requirements.

• Support the full product lifecycle, including proposal development, design, production, flight testing, laboratory testing, and in-service support .

• Conduct trade studies and support proposal efforts for future upgrades and new business opportunities.

• Coordinate FAA, military certification, and airworthiness activities related to mission avionics systems.

• Collaborate with specialty engineering teams, including safety, cybersecurity, and electromagnetic compatibility (EMI/EMC) groups.

• Troubleshoot avionics systems, production labs, and aircraft technical issues.

• Perform technical investigations, root cause analysis, and corrective actions (RCCA) .

• Support communication, navigation, networking, and RF-based systems including radio systems, military GPS, Link 16, military chat systems, and related communications technologies .

Requirements:

• Ability to obtain and/or maintain a Secret Security Clearance ( Active Secret or Interim Secret required to start )

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Engineering Technology, Computer Science, Data Science, Mathematics, Physics, Chemistry , or related technical field ( Electrical Engineering preferred ).

• 3+ years of engineering experience .

• Experience with communication systems , FAA and/or military environments , troubleshooting, and systems integration.

• Experience with RF systems , including radio communications, military GPS, Link 16, or related communication systems.

• Networking experience.

• Must be a U.S. citizen to comply with security clearance requirements.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Experience with software development processes .

• Knowledge of RF engineering principles , communication systems, navigation systems, flight management systems, and mission control systems.

• Experience with defensive systems , avionics troubleshooting, and aircraft systems.

• Experience with hardware/software integration and avionics LRUs.

• Experience with FAA and military certification requirements .

• Experience conducting Root Cause Corrective Actions (RCCA) and technical investigations.

• Experience managing suppliers and technical subcontractors.

• Experience developing requirements and evaluating maintenance, certifications, or airworthiness directives.

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.

Keywords: aerospace, aviation, engineering, maintenance, aircraft design, defense

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