JOB TITLE: Equipment & Tool Engineer 3
LOCATION: Renton, WA
PAY RATE: $72.50/hour
We are a national aerospace and defense staffing agency seeking highly qualified candidates for a position with a top-tier client.
Job Details:
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Job Type: Contract (6 months with potential for extension)
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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: 1st shift, start time variable between 5:00 AM and 9:00 AM.
Qualifying Questions:
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Are you a U.S. Person (U.S. citizen, lawful permanent resident, or protected individual) as defined under ITAR regulations?
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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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Evaluates and selects hardware and software for automated control systems in production equipment.
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Implements and validates upgraded hardware and software into automated control systems.
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Develops, tests, and evaluates software and hardware changes for production equipment.
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Designs, develops, and supports equipment network technology and cybersecurity.
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Develops and debugs software as required for automated production equipment.
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Develops and releases bid and purchase specifications for equipment needs from suppliers.
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Verifies equipment specifications including materials and software included in final designs meet requirements.
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Troubleshoots current production issues related to quality, safety, and repeatability on automated equipment.
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Analyzes data to perform root cause analysis of systemic production issues.
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Manages projects involving the acquisition or modification of production equipment.
Requirements:
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Must be a U.S. Person (as defined by ITAR).
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Education/experience typically acquired through advanced technical education from an accredited course of study in engineering, computer science, mathematics, physics or chemistry (e.g. Bachelor) and typically 5 or more years' related work experience(e.g. PhD, Master+3 years' related work experience). In the USA, ABET accreditation is the preferred, although not required, accreditation standard.
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3 or more years of related engineering work experience.
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Preferred: 3 or more years of experience working in a production environment.
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Preferred: 3 or more years of experience in electrical and electronic systems.
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Preferred: Programming experience with C#, Java, Visual Basic, or similar.
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Preferred: PLC programming experience with Siemens, Rockwell, Fanuc, or similar.
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Preferred: Experience in Automated Test Equipment with PXI, PCI, VXI, IEEE-488, RS-485, or Can bus.
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Preferred: Experience with computer aided design (CAD) with AutoCAD, Autodesk Inventor, or Catia.
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Preferred: Experience administering Windows operating system.
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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