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Structure & Payload Design Engineer 3

$73.75 per hour

The Structures Company

JOB TITLE: Structure & Payload Design Engineer 3



LOCATION: Everett, WA



PAY RATE: $73.75/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 (14 W 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: First

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 structural analysis of aircraft structures specializing in Landing Gear, Doors, and Windows (Flight Deck and Passenger).

  • Uses 3D modeling tools such as CATIA and ENOVIA for structural analysis and design.

  • Provides technical solutions to a wide range of structural analysis problems.

  • Applies Geometric Dimensioning and Tolerancing (GD&T) principles to structural analysis.

  • Performs static and fatigue analysis for aircraft structural components.

  • Coordinates with design engineering teams for structural integrity and compliance.

  • Uses finite element analysis tools for structural modeling and validation.

  • Develops test plans and supports structural testing for validation.

  • Utilizes DCCS, ETAC, and PDM for configuration management and product data management.

Requirements:

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

  • Bachelor of Science degree in Engineering with focus on Mechanical, Civil (including approved Structural), Aerospace, Aeronautical, or Material Sciences from an ABET Accredited University.

  • 8+ years of related work experience in structures analysis.

  • Preferred: Experience with 3D modeling tools such as CATIA and ENOVIA.

  • Preferred: Familiarity with Geometric Dimensioning and Tolerancing (GD&T).

  • Preferred: Familiarity with DCCS, ETAC, and PDM.

  • Preferred: Ability to provide technical solutions to a wide range of problems.

  • Preferred: Experience in static and fatigue analysis for aircraft components.

  • Preferred: Experience with finite element analysis tools for structural validation.

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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