JOB TITLE: Aeronautical Engineer
LOCATION: Palmdale, CA
PAY RATE: $27.55-135.00/hour
We are a national aerospace and defense staffing agency seeking highly qualified candidates for a position with a top-tier client.
Job Details:
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Job Type: Contract (12 months with potential for extension)
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Clearance: Active Top Secret Security Clearance required to start.
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Industry: Aerospace / Defense / Aviation
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Benefits: Medical, dental, and vision (Cigna)
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Perks: Bonus potential + Priority access via Tier 1 supplier
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Openings Nationwide: Thousands of opportunities across the U.S.
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Shift: 4/10-A
Qualifying Questions:
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Are you a U.S. citizen and able to obtain and maintain a U.S. security clearance?
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Do you meet the educational and experience requirements for this role?
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Can you commute to the job location or relocate if necessary?
Summary:
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Leads integration and design synthesis across aerodynamics, structures, propulsion, thermodynamics, electronics, controls, and actuation for next-generation weapon systems.
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Conducts multi-disciplinary system trade studies to optimize performance and cost.
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Coordinates with fabrication, assembly, MRB, quality, and supply-chain teams to ensure smooth production operations.
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Generates technical and administrative materials for customers and internal stakeholders.
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Supports and conducts integration of Special Mission programs across multi-disciplinary teams.
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Applies experience in airframe structure design and analysis for aerospace systems.
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Applies experience with metallic and composite materials design.
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Uses CATIA V5 and 3DX for design and integration tasks.
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Coordinates MRB (Material Review Board) activities and support for production operations.
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Applies hand stress analysis methods for structural evaluation.
Requirements:
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Active Top Secret Security Clearance required to start.
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Must be a U.S. Person (as defined by ITAR).
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Bachelor's or above Degree in an Engineering Discipline.
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Experience in airframe structure design and analysis.
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Experience with metallic and composite design.
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Experience with CATIA V5 and or 3DX.
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Experience with GD&T (Geometric Dimensioning and Tolerancing).
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Experience interacting with suppliers, external customers, and Production Operations.
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MRB coordination and support experience.
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Experience with hand stress analysis.
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Experience with hypersonic boost-glide systems.
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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