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Industrial Engineer 3

Description:
Now hiring: Industrial Engineer 3 in New Orleans, LA — 12-month contract via CTS International at $64/Hour.

Applies advanced Industrial Engineering concepts, techniques, analysis and decision tools to promote and implement changes in manufacturing, engineering and service operations. Independently develops models, data bases and spreadsheets to analyze data (e.g., statistics, operations research, engineering economics), and provides summary analysis and metrics for consultation to customers (e.g., management, departments, suppliers). Applies advanced industrial engineering techniques and concepts to product and process design teams throughout all phases of product lifecycle, resulting in a robust product design and work statement that meets program requirements. Researches, designs, develops, improves, and implements processes to enhance schedule performance, lower cost, and improve quality, through the application of advanced Lean and other Industrial Engineering concepts for large scale systems integration and asset utilization. Independently manages, defines, negotiates, and controls the scope, cost, and timing of projects, and performs risk analysis using project management tools (e.g., work break-down structure, precedence network, resource allocation). Ensures project is completed within budget. Utilizes advanced engineering methods (e.g., mathematical models, simulation, statistics) to develop optimal process designs and efficient utilization of resources (e.g., facilities, personnel, materials, equipment) in the creation and validation of products. Analyzes and designs value stream, including capability, capacity (e.g., make/buy, supplier selection, risk analysis, supplier performance), throughput, work flow and logistics (e.g., critical path, lead-time, transportation, factory layout). Resources will be supporting the SLS program.
Required Skill Sets:
- ABET Accredited degree
- Requirements MESci, Aurora and Constraints based scheduling experience

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 or an equivalent combination of technical education and experience (e.g. PhD, Master+3 years' related work experience). In the USA, ABET accreditation is the preferred, although not required, accreditation standard.

Job Number: 377602
Job Location: New Orleans, LA
Rate: Up to $64.00/Hour
Duration: 12+ months
Start Date: ASAP
Input Date: 06/29/2026
Last Updated: 09/08/2026

Firm Name: CTS INTERNATIONAL
Address: 160 NW GILMAN BLVD STE 250
City, State: ISSAQUAH, WA 98027
Phone: 425/451-0051
Fax Phone: 425/635-7630
Email: cjhunter@ctsinternational.com
Website: www.ctsinternational.com

Test & Evaluation Lab Tech 3

Description:
Now hiring: Test & Evaluation Lab Tech 3 in Seattle, WA — 6-month contract via CTS International at $46/Hour. Must be able to obtain a Secret Clearance. US Citizenship Required.

Position is 100% on-site. Local candidates only.

We’re dedicated to ensuring the world’s most innovative products meet the highest standards of lightning and static protection. Our lab plays a critical role in verifying and certifying our technology works safely and reliably for the life of the aircraft. We value precision, curiosity, and a commitment to excellence.

The Impact You'll Make: As a Lightning Lab Technician, you’ll be at the heart of our testing operations. Your expertise will help engineers validate designs, troubleshoot issues, and ensure compliance with global standards. The data you collect and the insights you provide will directly influence product safety certifications and customer trust.

Responsibilities:
You will be responsible for configuring test bed per test procedures and operate lab test equipment, including current transformer probes, oscilloscopes, multimeters, and data acquisition systems. As well, you will be responsible for repairing and maintaining lab test equipment that requires the ability to troubleshoot circuits and solder repairs. This position requires an electrical background.
Requirements:
• Electronics lab equipment familiarity (current transformer probes, oscilloscopes, multimeters, and data acquisition systems)
• Electrical background, circuit analysis, and soldering
• Mechanical background and ability to drill and cut test fixtures and test articles to modify as needed

Education/experience typically acquired through advanced education (e.g. Associate) and typically 3 or more years' related work experience or an equivalent combination of education and experience (e.g. Bachelor+1 years' related work experience, 5 years' related work experience, etc.).

Job Number: 377626
Job Location: Seattle, WA
Rate: Up to $46.00/Hour
Duration: 6+ months
Start Date: ASAP
Input Date: 07/09/2026
Last Updated: 09/08/2026

Manufacturing Planner 4

Description:
CTS International — Manufacturing Planner 4, 6-month contract, San Antonio, TX at $61/Hour. Must be able to obtain a Secret Clearance. US Citizenship Required.

Manufacturing Planner 4 - Electrical/Electronics

Plans and leads department/organization processes for developing, implementing and maintaining various manufacturing plans, Bill of Materials, work instructions and illustrations to define and document as-built configuration. Develops and plans manufacturing concepts and strategies to support business objectives. Supports mechanics to provide clarification related to planning and the applicable engineering drawings and specifications.
Prepares build analyses and cost estimate reports. Leads integration of complex suppliers, processes, materials, data and technology to meet manufacturing and delivery requirements. Participates in source selection to ensure manufacturing requirements are met. Develops complex tooling requirements based on manufacturing and engineering requirements. Manages tooling from initial design to end of use disposition. Leads investigation and resolution of complex or systemic manufacturing related issues. Leads teams performing producibility assessments of design concepts. Supports enterprise level benchmarking to incorporate best practices. Leads development of complex work statements and sequencing of events to support delivery commitments. Develops scheduling templates for use by others. Drafts, updates and reviews processes and procedures to support business and regulatory agency requirements. Develops and documents new job practices, techniques and standards. Works under minimal direction. Work statement is a non-managerial role, non-leadership role
BASIC QUALIFICATIONS (REQUIRED SKILLS/EXPERIENCE):
• Relevant work experience requirement breakdown
- Bachelor's degree 4+ yrs
- Associate's degree 6+ yrs
- HS/GED 8+ yrs
• Manufacturing Planner experience
• CAD Software experience
• Analyze & Interpret Engr Data, read 2d and 3d drawing and specs,
• Manufacturing Engineering processes
• Proficient in computer skills including Microsoft

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS (DESIRED SKILLS/EXPERIENCE):
• Gold ESP & MESCI experience
• WIRS experience

Job Number: 377563
Job Location: San Antonio, TX
Rate: Up to $61.00/Hour
Duration: 6+ months
Start Date: ASAP
Input Date: 06/06/2026
Last Updated: 09/08/2026

DSP Algorithm Engineer 4

Description:
DSP Algorithm Engineer 4 — 12-month onsite contract in El Segundo, CA at $104/Hour — through CTS International. Secret Clearance Required to Start.

Company is seeking DSP Algorithms Engineers (Lead or Senior) to join the Space, Intelligence and Weapons Systems teams in El Segundo, CA! Company's Space, Intelligence and Weapons Systems oversees the company's major commercial and government satellite and ground programs for communications, national defense, and other missions.

As a DSP Algorithms Engineer, you will design and develop state-of-the-art, space-based communication systems for commercial, civil and/or national security programs. You will actively drive a highly-motivated team that works with domestic or international customers on their latest satellite systems.

Project assignments typically span the unit life cycle, from internal trades, concept studies and system definition, to satellite unit development and test. Candidates will belong to or lead a systems engineering team interacting with customers, suppliers, program management, integration and test engineers, and senior technologists.

Position Responsibilities:
• Designing and developing next generation RF and digital satellite communication systems
• Developing and verifying multi-rate, fixed-point signal processing algorithms
• Conducting performance analysis of signal processing models
• Performing waveform development and characterization
• Performing trade studies
• Supporting integration and test of our payloads and spacecraft from unit level through in-orbit operations
• Supporting HDL-level design and verification
• Performing detailed system design and verification activities
• Leading teams
• Leading IR&D activities
Required Skills:
• Bachelor of Science degree in engineering, engineering technology (includes manufacturing engineering technology), chemistry, physics, mathematics, data science, or computer science.
• Experience in Digital signal processing (DSP) / Digital Communications algorithms and techniques (equalization, turbo/viterbi coding/decoding, channel estimation, filter design, resampling theory, etc.)?
• 3+ years of experience with Matlab or Simulink.
• 5+ years of experience in core digital communications and signal processing theory
• 3+ years of experience in systems engineering (requirements definition, allocation, verification, architecture design and trade design).
• 1+ years of experience working with FPGAs or ASICs.

Preferred Skills:
• Experience with lab equipment (oscilloscope, waveform generator, spectrum analyzer).
• Experience leading teams of engineers.
• 9 or more years' related work experience or an equivalent combination of technical education and experience.

Bachelor's and 9 or more years' experience, Master's with 7 or more years' experience or PhD with 4 or more years' experience. Bachelor, Master or Doctorate of Science degree from an accredited course of study, in engineering, computer science, mathematics, physics or chemistry.

Job Number: 377688
Job Location: El Segundo, CA
Rate: Up to $104.00/Hour
Duration: 12+ months
Start Date: ASAP
Input Date: 08/25/2026
Last Updated: 09/08/2026

Software Test & Verification Engineer

Description:
CTS International — Software Test & Verification Engineer, 12-month contract, El Segundo, CA at $93/Hour. Secret Clearance Required to Start.

Position is 100% onsite.

The Company is looking for a Senior Software Test & Verification Engineer to join the Ground Software Engineering team located in El Segundo, CA. This position will focus on supporting the Company Defense, Space & Security (BDS) Satellite Systems Software Engineering organization.

Our team creates software tools and services for the world’s highest performing satellite/ground systems for USG and Commercial customers. We work with customers in the development of the next generation ground systems.

This is an opportunity to work in a rapid development environment using modern technology, architecture, and tools. Our team works within an agile methodology using a CI/CD environment; integrated with automated testing, vulnerability, & quality scanning capabilities. Your skills and interests will be leveraged in conjunction with Systems Engineering and Software Development teams to deliver suites of automated regression tests and completed software products for delivery to customers.

This senior position requires proven experience within the software ecosystem, a unique background of project experience, and the clear exhibition of superior judgment and decision making to engineer new solutions and capabilities. Critical thinking and troubleshooting skills are required!

At The Company Company, we innovate and collaborate to make the world a better place. From the seabed to outer space, you can contribute to work that matters with a company where diversity, equity and inclusion are shared values. We’re committed to fostering an environment for every teammate that’s welcoming, respectful and inclusive, with great opportunity for professional growth. Find your future with us.

Position Responsibilities:
• Support verification development and review of the Test Cases, Test Procedures and conduct Informal and Formal Test Readiness Reviews (TRR).
• Leading Software Test Team in the formal verification of the software requirements.
• Leading Factory Acceptance Tests (FATs) with the test team, maintaining the run log and daily report.
• Documentation of any issues and problem reports encountered during test using change control tools.
• Routine reporting of issue burnup charts and verification development status at program management review meetings.
• Tracking the status of open issues identified during development, informal and formal test execution to closure to meet the deliverables.
• Supporting/Analyzing internal and external customer Problem Report (PR) and acting as integrator for the Ground Mission Software working with Flight Software, Satellite Simulation, Ground Systems Engineering, and Ground Software leads.
• Release all the software life cycle documents per the Company Process.
• Leading team to meet the compliance to software development and verification processes in support of internal and external Audit with Quality Assurance team.
• Leading team to develop Software Verification Life Cycle documents.
• Support Change Control Board (CCB) activities related to Software Verification process.
• Support planning for Deliverables (Verification Plans, Requirement Deviations, Requirements, Test Reports etc) to meet program milestones.
Required Skills:
• Bachelor’s Degree
• DoD Secret Clearance
• 5+ years of experience executing or leading automated/functional and end-to-end testing activities
• 5+ years of experience in the Software Development lifecycle (including Requirements Analysis, Design, Code, Integration & Test)
• 3+ years of experience with software development using either Java, C++, or Python
• Experience working in an Agile software development environment and DevOps methodologies.

Preferred Skills:
• Experience as a Product Owner/Technical Lead and/or Integration & Test Lead for government programs.
• Understanding of Command and Control (C2) systems, real-time applications, and their specific requirements.
• Experience with database technologies (SQL/NoSQL), messaging systems (e.g., Kafka, ActiveMQ), and data streaming technologies (e.g., CCSDS).
• Familiarity with containerization tools (e.g., Docker, Kubernetes) and orchestration platforms.
• Knowledge of how to derive and allocate requirements (e.g., system, sub-system, software) and show traceability throughout the product lifecycle.
• Ability to design and develop automation of software tests, execute automated tests, track results, manage test data, and utilize results to improve software quality.
• Experience leading various formal acceptance testing activities (e.g., Formal Qualification Test -FQT, Factory Acceptance Test - FAT, Site Acceptance Test - SAT)
• Active TS/SCI or DoD Top Secret clearance.

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 9 or more years'
related work experience (e.g. PhD+4 years' related work experience, Master+7 years' related work experience). In the USA, ABET accreditation is the preferred, although not required, accreditation standard.

Job Number: 377651
Job Location: El Segundo, CA
Rate: Up to $93.00/Hour
Duration: 12+ months
Start Date: ASAP
Input Date: 07/29/2026
Last Updated: 09/08/2026

Payloads Design Engineer 4 - (10 OPENINGS)

Description:
CTS International has 10 6-month Payloads Design Engineer 4 openings in Charleston, SC at $103/Hour.

Develops, integrates and documents structural and interior payload system requirements to establish the system design. Develops, maintains and modifies structural and interior payload system and component designs, using 3-D Computer Aided Design tools and/or other design methods, to provide product definition to other engineering groups, production operations, suppliers and external customers throughout the product lifecycle. Leads performance, integration and analysis of tests to validate and verify systems and components meet requirements and specifications. Manages supplier development, test and production activities and coordinates with the supplier to optimize the design and achieve program goals. Assists with investigation of emerging technologies to develop concepts for future product designs to meet projected requirements. Works under minimal direction.

The Payloads organization is responsible for everything you see when you fly; and a lot that you don't: The Interior of the airplane, along with the Cargo compartments, exterior markings, associated systems, and cabin safety all make up Payloads. We are how our airline customers fulfill their mission and represent their brand. Our organization is a fast paced, dynamic environment, which pulls from many engineering backgrounds. The selected candidate will have a statement of work that spans the product lifecycle: supporting customer configuration development, supplier engagement, validating and verifying design requirements, integrating business needs, and supporting the product through the production and certification processes. Your work will include the need to interface with other members of project engineering, production engineering, program/product teams, management, and technical staff to define and implement engineering solutions. You will be able to combine the expertise and resources of the interiors organization to certify and deliver the best interiors products within the industry.

Be part of the team that connects rigorous technical design to the future of air travel.

- BFE Monuments
- Lighting
- Monuments - Lavatories & Galleys
- Certification
- Configuration
- Production Integration - Process/Tools
- Livery

Position Responsibilities:
- Engineering support and project leadership within a production system.
- Direct engagement working with/for aerospace suppliers or airlines.
- Validating/demonstrating compliance to regulatory requirements.
- Working with regulators.
- Design for manufacturing.
- Aircraft cargo compartment and handling system design, integration, and/or certification.
- Works under general direction.
- Assignment of final responsibility could be in any one of the following Interiors organizations listed above. Final determination will be based on best fit and alignment of experience.
Basic Qualifications (Required Skills/Experience)
- Accredited Bachelor of Science degree in Engineering (with a focus on Mechanical, Civil, Aerospace Aeronautical or Material Sciences).
- 9+ years of experience in engineering, including design, integration, and/or certification or equivalent combination of additional education and relevant experience.

Preferred Qualifications (Desired Skills/Experience)
- Strong understanding and demonstrated experience with FAA Title 14 Part 25 and/or EASA equivalent.
- Experience in aerospace interiors, materials and properties, design criteria and release processes.
- Experience in program or project management, leading project and/or program proposals of varying complexity (including: development and execution of schedule milestones, financial assessments, resource assessments, risk and/or issues management, etc.).
- Experience leading a cross-functional team.
- Demonstrates good problem-solving skills and critical thinking.
- Ability to use a variety of media to clearly convey information and ideas to a variety of audiences.
- Demonstrated interest in continuous personal learning and development.

Minimum of a Bachelor of Science degree from an accredited course of study in engineering, computer science, mathematics, physics or chemistry (e.g. Bachelor) and typically 9 or more years' related work experience or an equivalent combination of technical education and experience (e.g. PhD+4 years' related work experience, Master+7 years' related work experience). In the USA, ABET accreditation is the preferred, although not required, accreditation standard.

Job Number: 377609
Job Location: Charleston, SC
Rate: Up to $103.00/Hour
Duration: 6+ months
Start Date: ASAP
Input Date: 07/01/2026
Last Updated: 09/08/2026

Electronic Systems Design and Analysis Engineer 3

Description:
Electronic Systems Design and Analysis Engineer 3 — 12-month onsite contract in Berkeley, MO — through CTS International. Secret Clearance Required to Start.

The Company has an exciting opportunity for an Electronic Systems Design, Analysis, and Test Engineer for current and emerging programs across the St. Louis region, including Berkeley, MO, Hazelwood, MO, St. Charles, MO, and Mascoutah, IL.

At Company, our Electrical Engineers develop and test electronic and electrical system requirements using analytical and technical skills, translate requirements into system architectures and modify hardware and software designs for Company aircraft, unmanned vehicles and much more.

These Capability Centers support the following programs:
F-47 – the next generation fighter for the Air Force
T-7A – the next generation trainer for the Air Force
F/A-18, EA-18G, F-15, F-22 – production tactical fighter aircraft ongoing major upgrades
Several programs within the Phantom Works organization
MQ-25 – Autonomous Carrier Landing Vehicles for the Navy
Engineering Capability Centers – specialized engineering for Platform Cybersecurity, Product Security, Flight Simulation, Radar Development, and Advanced Mission Systems
Precision Engagement Systems (PES) including Direct Attack weapons (JDAM, SDB, MOP, HAAWC and associated derivatives) and Cruise Missiles (SLAM ER, Harpoon and development weapons)
Company Global Services including Support Equipment, Government Training Engineering, and US Air Force Programs Modification, Sustainment, and Product Support
Company Test and Evaluation
Our teams are currently hiring for a broad range of experience levels including Associate and Experienced Electronic Systems Design and Analysis Engineers.

Position Responsibilities:
Understand and apply job practices, techniques, standards, principles, theories, and concepts
Develop, document and maintain electronic and electrical system requirements according to customer desires and contract requirements
Develop statement-of-work and technical performance specifications
Analyze, translate and implement requirements into system architecture, hardware and software designs and interface specifications, showing traceability throughout the product lifecycle
Test and validate to ensure system designs meet operational and functional requirements
Resolve product integration issues and production anomalies
Investigate emerging technologies to develop concepts for future product designs to meet projected requirements and for potential application to company business need
Monitor supplier performance to ensure system integration and compliance with requirements
Develop and document moderately complex electronic and electrical system requirements
Design hardware, software and interface specifications
Solve problems concerning fielded hardware and software over the entire product lifecycle

This position is expected to be 100% onsite.

A final U.S. Secret or Top-Secret Clearance Pre-Start is required.
Basic Qualifications (Required Skill/Experience):
Bachelor of Science degree from an accredited course of study in engineering, chemistry, physics, mathematics, data science, or computer science.
Currently reside in OR willing to relocate at own expense to the St. Louis, Missouri region.
5-9 years relevant experience

Preferred Qualifications (Desired Skills/Experience):
Experience in the Aerospace Industry
Experience using good communication, analytical, and organizational skills and be able to work in a team environment
Experience within a design/build or test team
Experience creating, developing, and/or maintaining engineering processes
Experience with electronic/electrical system designs or test based on requirements
Strong knowledge of data structures, system design, and architecture

Bachelor of Science degree from an accredited course of study in engineering, chemistry, physics, mathematics, data science, or computer science.

Job Number: 377656
Job Location: Berkeley, MO
Rate: DOE
Duration: 12+ months
Start Date: ASAP
Input Date: 08/29/2026

Software Engineer 3

Description:
CTS International — Software Engineer 3, 9-month contract, Oklahoma City, OK at $97/Hour. Must be able to obtain a Secret Clearance Post-Start. US Citizenship Required.

Company located in Oklahoma City, is seeking highly qualified software engineers to develop leading edge solutions to directly support the warfighter. Company Software is experiencing unprecedented growth across all of its supported platforms due to the award of multiple new contracts.
The Bombers organization supports the B-52 Heavy Bomber. This platform continues to be updated to keep it relevant and supportive of emerging military systems. Upgrades include state-of-the-art radar systems, hypersonic weapons systems, and cutting edge digital communication infrastructure.
Candidates selected for these positions will work in an agile, collaborative environment working with some of the latest software development tools to support development and integration tasks. Troubleshooting normally involves a high fidelity lab environment working with A/C hardware.

Position Responsibilities:
• Design, develop and test software components and functions
• Support development of software functional requirements
• Support software architecture trades and revise existing architecture to meet new functions
• Specify internal and external software interfaces
• Conduct software test driven development
• Conduct and support peer reviews on all software life cycle data
• Contribute to the success of an Agile development team
• Support sprint planning and meet sprint commitments

This position requires the ability to obtain a Secret US Security Clearance for which the US Government requires US Citizenship. Ability to obtain Secret US Security clearance (Post-Start).
Required Qualifications (Required Skills/ Experience):
• Bachelor's degree or higher in engineering, computer science, mathematics, physics or chemistry.
• Experience with embedded (real-time) software development.
• Proficient in Ada. P3 5+ years of experience
• Experience with Agile development practices

Preferred Qualifications (Desired Skills/Experience):
• Previous technical experience in an aerospace environment.
• Proficiency in design and implementation of multi-threaded real-time applications.
• Self-motivated problem solver, capable of taking initiative with minimal instruction.
• Able to problem solve in a clear and concise manner.
• Possesses strong communication skills.

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 or an equivalent combination of technical education and experience (e.g. PhD, Master+3 years' related work experience). In the USA, ABET accreditation is the preferred, although not required, accreditation standard.

Job Number: 377675
Job Location: OK City, OK
Rate: Up to $97.00/Hour
Duration: 9+ months
Start Date: ASAP
Input Date: 08/19/2026
Last Updated: 09/08/2026

Manufacturing Planner 4 - (20 OPENINGS)

Description:
Manufacturing Planner 4 (20 openings) — 6-month onsite contract in Auburn, WA at $61/Hour — through CTS International.

Company is hiring Senior Planners to support our Fabrication teams located in Auburn, WA. These individuals will serve as contributors to help support the implementation and sustainment of new and existing build plans that significantly impact the quality and cost performance of the program. This role will require individuals that are capable of adapting to a dynamic team with critical deliverables and urgent factory support. They will need to have the ability to collaborate with others while keeping a “think outside the box” mindset. Join Company Production Engineering in building our next generation of amazing products!

Primary Responsibilities:
• Develops, implements, and maintains various manufacturing plans, Bill of Materials, work instructions, and illustrations to define and document as-built configuration.
• Develops manufacturing concepts and strategies to support business objectives.
• Develops and integrates suppliers, processes, materials, data, and technology to meet manufacturing and delivery requirements.
• Reviews and approves supplier data to ensure manufacturing-related requirements are met.
• Develops tooling requirements based on manufacturing and engineering requirements.
• Manages tools from initial design to end-of-use disposition.
• Investigates and resolves manufacturing-related issues.
• Performs producibility assessments for part or product designs.
• Provides producibility input to design, manufacturing processes, and manufacturing technologies to meet cost and schedules.
• Develops integrated work statements and sequencing of events to support delivery commitments.
• Drafts, updates, and reviews processes and procedures to support business and regulatory agency requirements.
Required Skills:
• 5 or more years of related work experience or an equivalent combination of education and experience
• 5 years of experience with systems & test commodities and/or manufacturing processes (…working with Common Manufacturing Execution System (CMES) or an equivalent)
• 5 years of experience reading, understanding, and interpreting engineering drawings and specifications
• Ability to provide shipside support to resolve production issues

Preferred Skills:
• Conflict of Interest: Successful candidates for this job must satisfy the Company’s Conflict of Interest (COI) assessment process
• 5 or more years of aerospace systems and test fabrication and/or installation experience

AA degree in related discipline and typically 6 or more years of related experience or an equivalent combination of education and experience.

Job Number: 377640
Job Location: Auburn, WA
Rate: Up to $61.00/Hour
Duration: 6+ months
Start Date: ASAP
Input Date: 09/04/2026

Structural Design Engineer 4

Description:
CTS International has an immediate 3-month Structural Design Engineer 4 opening in Everett or Renton, WA at $101/Hour.

BCA Structures organization is looking for structures design engineers with experience in aircraft structure design specializing in Landing Gear, Doors, or Windows (Flight Deck and/or Passenger)

Location could be Everett or Renton, WA. !00% onsite.

Basic Qualifications (Required Skills/ Experience):
Bachelor of Science degree in Engineering (with a focus on Mechanical, Civil (including approved Structural), Aerospace Aeronautical or Material Sciences)
ABET Accredited University required
12+ years related work experience in structures design

Preferred Qualifications (Desired Skills/Experience):
Has previous work experience working on Company Structures commodities
Experience with 3D modeling such as CATIA/ENOVIA
Ability to excel in a highly dynamic environment, team-oriented atmosphere
Excellent communication skills with the ability to convey complex, nuanced results in a clear, concise manner that is easily understood by a wide audience
Have initiative and ability to recognize needs/SOW without explicit guidance
Be able to provide technical solutions to a wide range of problems
Familiarity with Geometric Dimensioning and Tolerancing (GD&T)
Familiar with DCCS, ETAC, PDM

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 9 or more years' related work experience or an equivalent combination of technical education and experience (e.g. PhD+4 years' related work experience, Master+7 years' related work experience). In the USA, ABET accreditation is the preferred, although not required, accreditation standard.

Job Number: 377681
Job Location: Everett or Renton, WA
Rate: Up to $101.00/Hour
Duration: 3+ months
Start Date: ASAP
Input Date: 08/20/2026
Last Updated: 09/08/2026

Equipment & Tool Engineer 2

Description:
Equipment & Tool Engineer 2 — 6-month onsite contract in Renton or Everett, WA at $52/Hour — through CTS International.

Company is seeking Equipment and Tool Engineers to support multiple positions across our teams in Puget Sound, Washington.

A successful candidate in this role will have passion, creativity, and an insatiable desire for process improvement and efficiency. They will also have a strong desire to be out on the production floor, interacting with mechanics, safety, and tool makers, and directly supporting the production system. In Production Engineering, we need highly responsible professionals committed to upholding the highest standards of safety, quality, and integrity.

This position is a Production Engineering role and requires direct interfacing with the people and equipment on the production floor. A typical day could include:
• Spending up to 8 hours on feet standing/walking on the production floor
• Climbing ladders or stairs to access equipment
• Working at heights or in tight spaces
• Wearing required PPE
•
Primary Responsibilities:
• Investigates and develops equipment and tooling concepts and specifications to satisfy aerospace product design and build requirements.
• Performs tool liaison activities to support tool fabrication and production use
• Participates in design reviews, collects design requirements, creates and revises drawings and models to support the build plan.
• Creates specifications and purchase requests for the acquisition of new equipment and tooling from external vendors
• Checks designs for compliance with safety, producibility, maintainability, reliability, ergonomic factors and regulatory requirements.
• Develops and documents equipment and tooling inspection and usage instructions, preventative maintenance plans, and supports user training development.
• Manages budgets and schedules to deliver equipment and tooling solutions to customers
Required Skills:
• Bachelor of Science degree in Engineering, Engineering Technology (including Manufacturing Technology), Computer Science, Data Science, Mathematics, Physics, Chemistry
• 1 or more years of related work experience or an equivalent combination of education and experience

Preferred Skills:
• 2 or more years of experience working in a production environment
• Mid-Level: 3 or more years of related work experience or an equivalent combination of education and experience
• Senior Level: 5 or more years of related work experience or an equivalent combination of education and experience
• 3+ years of hands-on experience as a Pressure Vessel Design Engineer.
• 2 or more years of experience working in a production environment
• 2 or more years of Project Management experience
• Working knowledge and application of pressure vessel codes such as ASME Section VIII and its related ASME/ANSI Codes.
• Strong knowledge and application of NBIC codes Part 1, 2, 3, & 4
• Application of piping codes such as ASME B31.1 and/or B31.3.
• Strong understanding of pressure vessel fabrication processes and maintenance procedures.
• Strong understanding of material mechanics & behaviors under conditions such as extreme temperatures and vibrations.
• Strong understanding of non-destructive examination procedures such as magnetic particle examination and ultrasonic testing.
• Knowledge of welding procedures and testing requirements.
• Experience and adeptness in the application of thermodynamics and fluid mechanics principles.
• Hands-on experience with the design of autoclaves for use in composite curing processes.
• Design of quick actuating closures or breech lock door mechanisms.
• 5 or more years of experience working in a production environment
• 5 or more years of 3D modeling experience
• 5 or more years of GD&T experience

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 2 or more years' related work experience (e.g. Master). In the USA, ABET accreditation is the preferred, although not
required, accreditation standard through advanced technical education

Job Number: 377440
Job Location: Renton or Everett, WA
Rate: Up to $52.00/Hour
Duration: 6+ months
Start Date: ASAP
Input Date: 03/23/2026
Last Updated: 09/08/2026

Payloads Design Engineer 3 - (10 OPENINGS)

Description:
Now hiring (10 openings): Payloads Design Engineer 3 in Charleston, SC — 6-month contract via CTS International at $82/Hour.

Develops, integrates and documents structural and interior payload system requirements to establish the system design. Develops, maintains and modifies structural and interior payload system and component designs, using 3-D Computer Aided Design tools and/or other design methods, to provide product definition to other engineering groups, production operations, suppliers and external customers throughout the product lifecycle. Leads performance, integration and analysis of tests to validate and verify systems and components meet requirements and specifications. Manages supplier development, test and production activities and coordinates with the supplier to optimize the design and achieve program goals. Assists with investigation of emerging technologies to develop concepts for future product designs to meet projected requirements. Works under minimal direction.

The Payloads organization is responsible for everything you see when you fly; and a lot that you don't: The Interior of the airplane, along with the Cargo compartments, exterior markings, associated systems, and cabin safety all make up Payloads. We are how our airline customers fulfill their mission and represent their brand. Our organization is a fast paced, dynamic environment, which pulls from many engineering backgrounds. The selected candidate will have a statement of work that spans the product lifecycle: supporting customer configuration development, supplier engagement, validating and verifying design requirements, integrating business needs, and supporting the product through the production and certification processes. Your work will include the need to interface with other members of project engineering, production engineering, program/product teams, management, and technical staff to define and implement engineering solutions. You will be able to combine the expertise and resources of the interiors organization to certify and deliver the best interiors products within the industry.

Be part of the team that connects rigorous technical design to the future of air travel.

- BFE Monuments
- Lighting
- Monuments - Lavatories & Galleys
- Certification
- Configuration
- Production Integration - Process/Tools
- Livery

Position Responsibilities:
- Engineering support and project leadership within a production system.
- Direct engagement working with/for aerospace suppliers or airlines.
- Validating/demonstrating compliance to regulatory requirements.
- Working with regulators.
- Design for manufacturing.
- Aircraft cargo compartment and handling system design, integration, and/or certification.
- Works under general direction.
- Assignment of final responsibility could be in any one of the following Interiors organizations listed above. Final determination will be based on best fit and alignment of experience.
Basic Qualifications (Required Skills/Experience)
- Accredited Bachelor of Science degree in Engineering (with a focus on Mechanical, Civil, Aerospace Aeronautical or Material Sciences).
- 5+ years of experience in engineering, including design, integration, and/or certification or equivalent combination of additional education and relevant experience.

Preferred Qualifications (Desired Skills/Experience)
- Strong understanding and demonstrated experience with FAA Title 14 Part 25 and/or EASA equivalent.
- Experience in aerospace interiors, materials and properties, design criteria and release processes.
- Experience in program or project management, leading project and/or program proposals of varying complexity (including: development and execution of schedule milestones, financial assessments, resource assessments, risk and/or issues management, etc.).
- Experience leading a cross-functional team.
- Demonstrates good problem-solving skills and critical thinking.
- Ability to use a variety of media to clearly convey information and ideas to a variety of audiences.
- Demonstrated interest in continuous personal learning and development.

Minimum of a Bachelor of Science degree 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 or an equivalent combination of technical education and experience (e.g. PhD, Master+3 years' related work experience). In the USA, ABET accreditation is the preferred, although not required, accreditation standard.

Job Number: 377610
Job Location: Charleston, SC
Rate: Up to $82.00/Hour
Duration: 6+ months
Start Date: ASAP
Input Date: 07/01/2026
Last Updated: 09/08/2026

Industrial Engineer 2

Description:
CTS International — Industrial Engineer 2, 12-month contract, Portland, OR at $53/Hour.

The Industrial Engineering team within the Client is seeking Industrial Engineers to join our growing team located in Portland, Oregon, USA.

Position Overview: Our Industrial Engineering contractors will focus on production stability, implementing lean methodologies, assessing and performing to rate readiness requirements, reviewing the facilities footprint for improvements, as well as utilizing root cause analysis and process improvements to improve flow of products and people throughout the site. Candidates will be engaging with all manufacturing, engineering, and production-supporting organizations and should be a self-starter and a collaborative team player. Our business unit allows you to learn all aspects of the Aerospace Manufacturing world including supply chain logistics and transportation, and fabrication of raw materials into products and assemblies to be delivered to our assembly and installation programs around the world.

• Describe the project/day-to-day activities they will be working on: Industrial engineer supporting factory operations. This will include capacity planning, forecasting for staffing, recovery planning, analytics, time studies,
• What are the Top 3-5 Technical/Software Skills needed to perform this role/job?:
• Data analysis
• Highly proficient in Excel
• Experience with work measurement
• Problem solving including root cause analysis
• Manufacturing experience

Basic Qualifications (Required Skills/Experience): Bachelor’s degree or higher in an Engineering field. 2 or more years of experience working in an engineering, manufacturing, supply chain, and/or production environment. 1 or more years of experience defining, developing, implementing, or improving production processes.

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 2 or more years' related work experience or an equivalent combination of technical education and experience (e.g. Master). In the USA, ABET accreditation is the preferred, although not required, accreditation standard.

Job Number: 377603
Job Location: Portland, OR
Rate: Up to $53.00/Hour
Duration: 12+ months
Start Date: ASAP
Input Date: 06/29/2026
Last Updated: 09/08/2026

Nondestructive Evaluation Engineer 3

Description:
CTS International — Nondestructive Evaluation Engineer 3, 12-month contract, Mesa, AZ at $78/Hour. Must be able to obtain a Secret Clearance. US Citizenship Required.

The Company is seeking a motivated collaborative Nondestructive Evaluation Engineer to join our Composite Materials and Nondestructive Evaluation Team in Mesa, Arizona.

Our Materials and Processes Technologies (M&PT) Department of Company Mesa, Arizona is seeking a high-performing associate, experienced or senior Nondestructive Evaluation (NDE) Engineer to join our team. The NDE Engineer will work independently as well as in teams and will apply knowledge of materials and processes in various engineering and manufacturing disciplines. This engineer will provide technical support for non-destructive inspection of various composites and metals structures in support of a variety of fixed wing, rotorcraft and proprietary program platforms. In this role, you will be instrumental in ensuring the efficient production of our world-class aerospace products, including advanced platforms for our Air Proprietary programs.

In joining us you will work in a casual but professional environment with multi-disciplined teams of engineers that take pride in developing, integrating, testing and delivering innovative solutions. We offer long-term potential for career growth into both technical leadership and/or management positions and highly value the curiosity, tenacity and imagination our engineers bring to our teams each day.

Position Responsibilities:
• Reviews and interprets ultrasonic inspection results
• Designs reference standards for inspections
• Develops NDT inspection plans and sequencing
• Reviews/approves internal and supplier inspection techniques
• Develops and qualifies NDT inspections
• Qualifies NDT inspection equipment
• Develops and maintains proficiency in NDE Methods relevant to their role (eg Ultrasonics, Radiography, Eddy Current, Magnetic Particle, Liquid Penetrant)
• Assists with or defines requirements for tools, equipment, materials, parts and processes used in the engineering design, manufacture and/or maintenance of products
• Drafts or produces engineering specifications and other documents to manage the deployment of tools, equipment, materials, parts and processes
• Interfaces across multiple engineering teams to align on inspection requirements and capabilities, inspection feasibility, design for inspection, inspection method selection, and interpretation and evaluation of data
• Assists with certification and qualification of NDE equipment
• Supports NDE specialists with development, qualification and deployment of new inspection processes (gauge R&R, PODs) including standardization, documentation and training
• Supports root cause and corrective action of NDT related MRB to eliminate repetitive rework and continuously improve existing techniques balancing technical product, cost, and schedule
• Supports and assess NDT evaluation technologies in support of new and existing programs and improve manufacturing process inspection using NDT methods
• Compiles reports to document activities such as evaluations, results, interpretations and new procedures
• Develops computer and production systems to satisfy user requirements
• Uses project management tools to meet cost, technical, and schedule requirements
• Works with the direction/mentorship of Principal/Senior Nondestructive Evaluation engineers to develop, certify, qualify, and implement Nondestructive Evaluation technologies across the enterprise
• Maintains compliance with contractual and regulatory obligations
• Promotes standardization across business activities
• Implements corrective and preventive actions
• Designs, develops and qualifies computer and production systems to satisfy user requirements. Uses project management tools to meet cost, technical, and schedule requirements
• Incorporates environmental health and safety, LEAN and Quality principles into (1) materials and processes, (2) research, design and qualification, (3) work procedures and (4) labs and office areas
• Works independently with the direction/mentorship of Principal/Senior Nondestructive Evaluation engineers to develop, certify, qualify, and implement Nondestructive Evaluation technologies across the enterprise
Required Skills:
• Bachelor's, Master's or Doctorate of Science degree from an accredited course of study, in engineering, computer science, mathematics, physics or chemistry
• 3+ years of experience working in Nondestructive Evaluation

Preferred Skills:
• 5+ years of related work experience or an equivalent combination of education and experience
• ASNT Level 2 or 3 certifications in UT, RT, MT, PT or ET
• Excellent written and oral communication skills
• Ability to convey technical and conceptual material to individuals at all levels within and outside of organization
• Functional knowledge of instruments, systems, and software used for ultrasonic inspection of composites using manual or automated pulse echo, through transmission, pitch-catch, and phased array techniques
• Functional knowledge of instruments, systems, and software used for magnetic particle, penetrant and eddy current inspection
• Functional knowledge of instruments, systems, and software used for radiographical inspection
• Knowledge of reference standard development and fabrication
• Experience with robotics, 3D modeling, 3D printing, Computed Tomography (CT), and/or Ultrasonic Phased Array
• Experience working in an engineering or scientific lab
• Experienced reading drawings and using Microsoft Office products (Word, Excel, etc.)

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.

Job Number: 377571
Job Location: Mesa, AZ
Rate: Up to $78.00/Hour
Duration: 12+ months
Start Date: ASAP
Input Date: 06/11/2026
Last Updated: 09/08/2026

Software Engineer 3 – Data Acquisition

Description:
CTS International has an immediate 12-month Software Engineer 3 – Data Acquisition opening in Seattle, WA at $84/Hour.

The Company is currently seeking a Software Engineer – Data Acquisition - .NET, C++. to join our Instrumentation and Data Systems (I&DS) team located in Seattle, Washington. This position will focus on supporting the Company Test and Evaluation (BT&E) organization.

Position is fully onsite.

Join us to build the next generation of data acquisition and processing systems used across Company’s Lab Test facilities. As a member of the I&DS development team, you will develop and maintain software and hardware platforms for acquiring, processing, storing, and visualizing high-volume sensor and time-series data. The systems you deliver will feed critical test results from wind tunnels, test stands, and other facilities into engineering workflows, enabling data-driven decisions that validate and improve aircraft designs.

You will work on a high autonomy team with end-to-end ownership: design, implement, and ship features from prototype to production; make architectural and technology choices that shape product direction; and engage directly with customers and stakeholders. If you thrive in a technically challenging role with high autonomy and ownership, this is the place to excel!

Position Responsibilities Include:
• Work with a team of engineers to design, architect, develop, and support real-time data management solutions for storing, streaming, processing, and visualizing high-throughput sensor data
• Deliver solutions that span the entire software development lifecycle, from design to production, and multiple deployment paradigms including CLI tools, native (Windows), and web applications
• Interface with data acquisition hardware (transducers, DAQ devices) to pull and process data
• Design and implement intuitive user experiences for data visualization and analysis
• Build clean, well-tested APIs and streaming pipelines for high-throughput time-series data
• Collaborate directly with customers and stakeholders to translate requirements into technical solutions
• Provide technical leadership through code reviews, mentorship, architecture design,
• Build and maintain deployment, CI/CD, observability, and database infrastructure
• Help define product roadmap and priorities
Basic Qualifications (Required Skills/Experience):
• Bachelor of Science degree in Engineering (with a focus in Electrical, Mechanical or Aeronautical), Computer Science, Data Science, Mathematics, Physics, Chemistry
• 2+ years of experience working with Real-Time Operating Systems
• 2+ years of experience with C/C++ software for real-time embedded systems
• 2+ years of experience with Application Development
• Experience in experimental data acquisition, instrumentation, and analysis

Preferred Qualifications (Desired Skills/Experience):
•7 or more years of related work experience or an equivalent combination of education and experience
• Strong proficiency in C/C++ or C# (or similar)
•Experience with native application development for Windows (C# and .NET, C++ and Qt, or similar)
• Experience with relational databases (PostgreSQL, MySQL, SQLite, or similar)
• Proficient in modern version control systems (Git, GitLab, or similar)
• Proficient with containerization technologies (Docker or similar)
• Proficient in Python, JavaScript/TypeScript, MATLAB, or other programming languages
Experience with data acquisition and processing systems (transducers, control systems, IoT devices, DAQ hardware, or similar)
• Comfortable developing and operating on Windows and Linux environments
• Experience with modern testing practices and tools (unit testing, TDD, etc.)
Familiar with continuous integration and deployment platforms (GitLab CI, CircleCI, GitHub Actions, or similar)
• Experience with time-series file formats (HDF5, TDMS, or similar)
• Experience with native data visualization libraries

Bachelor's degree and typically 5 or more years' experience in an engineering classification or a Master's degree with typically 3 or more years' experience in an engineering classification or a PhD degree with experience in an engineering classification. Bachelor, Master or Doctorate of Science degree from an accredited course of study, in engineering, computer science, mathematics, physics or chemistry. ABET is the preferred, although not required, accreditation standard.

Job Number: 377701
Job Location: Seattle, WA
Rate: Up to $84.00/Hour
Duration: 12+ months
Start Date: ASAP
Input Date: 09/03/2026
Last Updated: 09/08/2026

Equipment & Tool Engineer 3 - (10 OPENINGS)

Description:
CTS International has 10 6-month Equipment & Tool Engineer 3 openings in Everett, WA at $78/Hour.

Company is seeking Equipment and Tool Engineers to support multiple positions across our teams in Puget Sound, Washington.

A successful candidate in this role will have passion, creativity, and an insatiable desire for process improvement and efficiency. They will also have a strong desire to be out on the production floor, interacting with mechanics, safety, and tool makers, and directly supporting the production system. In Production Engineering, we need highly responsible professionals committed to upholding the highest standards of safety, quality, and integrity.

This position is a Production Engineering role and requires direct interfacing with the people and equipment on the production floor. A typical day could include:
• Spending up to 8 hours on feet standing/walking on the production floor
• Climbing ladders or stairs to access equipment
• Working at heights or in tight spaces
• Wearing required PPE

Primary Responsibilities:
• Investigates and develops equipment and tooling concepts and specifications to satisfy aerospace product design and build requirements.
• Performs tool liaison activities to support tool fabrication and production use
• Participates in design reviews, collects design requirements, creates and revises drawings and models to support the build plan.
• Creates specifications and purchase requests for the acquisition of new equipment and tooling from external vendors
• Checks designs for compliance with safety, producibility, maintainability, reliability, ergonomic factors and regulatory requirements.
• Develops and documents equipment and tooling inspection and usage instructions, preventative maintenance plans, and supports user training development.
• Manages budgets and schedules to deliver equipment and tooling solutions to customers
Required Skills:
• Bachelor of Science degree in Engineering, Engineering Technology (including Manufacturing Technology), Computer Science, Data Science, Mathematics, Physics, Chemistry or non-US equivalent qualifications directly related to the work statement
• 3 or more years of related work experience or an equivalent combination of education and experience
• Siemens PLC experience
• Wiring, Cabling experience
• Electric motor and encoder experience
• Drive terrain/steer experience

Preferred Skills:
• 2 or more years of experience working in a production environment
• 3 or more years of related work experience or an equivalent combination of education and experience
• 3+ years of hands-on experience as a Pressure Vessel Design Engineer.
• 2 or more years of experience working in a production environment
• 2 or more years of Project Management experience
• Working knowledge and application of pressure vessel codes such as ASME Section VIII and its related ASME/ANSI Codes.
• Strong knowledge and application of NBIC codes Part 1, 2, 3, & 4
• Application of piping codes such as ASME B31.1 and/or B31.3.
• Strong understanding of pressure vessel fabrication processes and maintenance procedures.
• Strong understanding of material mechanics & behaviors under conditions such as extreme temperatures and vibrations.
• Strong understanding of non-destructive examination procedures such as magnetic particle examination and ultrasonic testing.
• Knowledge of welding procedures and testing requirements.
• Experience and adeptness in the application of thermodynamics and fluid mechanics principles.
• Hands-on experience with the design of autoclaves for use in composite curing processes.
• Design of quick actuating closures or breech lock door mechanisms.
• 5 or more years of experience working in a production environment
• 5 or more years of 3D modeling experience
• 5 or more years of GD&T experience

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 through advanced technical education.

Job Number: 377597
Job Location: Everett, WA
Rate: Up to $78.00/Hour
Duration: 6+ months
Start Date: ASAP
Input Date: 06/26/2026
Last Updated: 09/08/2026

Technical Designer 3 - (30 OPENINGS)

Description:
CTS International — Technical Designer 3, 6-month contract, Everett or Renton, WA (30 openings) at $51/Hour.

The Payloads Organization is seeking Technical Designers for a number of different positions to join our teams in Everett, WA and Renton, WA. The Payloads Organization is responsible for everything you see when you fly; and much of which you don’t. The Interiors of the airplane, along with the cargo compartments, exterior markings, associated systems, and cabin safety all make up Payloads. We are how our airline customers fulfill their mission and represent their brand and shape how the public experiences flight.

Our organization is a fast paced, dynamic environment, which pulls from many engineering backgrounds.? The selected candidate will have a statement of work that spans the product lifecycle: supporting customer configuration development, supplier engagement, validating and verifying design requirements, integrating business needs, and supporting the product through the production and certification processes.? Your work will include the need to interface with other members of project engineering, production engineering, program/product teams, management, and technical staff to define and implement engineering solutions. You will be able to combine the expertise and resources of the interiors organization to certify and deliver the best interiors products within the industry.

Payloads is seeking candidates with experience in any of the following areas:

Experience with CATIA
Support within a production/manufacturing system
Part or product design or integration
Experience supporting the validation of compliance to regulatory requirements
Design for manufacturing
Visual Basic, Python, Java experience
Model based design and systems engineering
Relational design

Position Responsibilities:
Assists to develop, integrate and document structural and interior payload system requirements to establish the system design
Assists in the development of new design/analysis processes and tools to improve the effectiveness, quality and efficiency of the development effort
Develops, maintains and modifies interior payload system and component designs, using 3-D Computer Aided Design tools and/or other design methods, to provide product definition to other engineering groups, production operations, suppliers and external customers throughout the product lifecycle
Basic Qualifications (Required Skills/Experience):
3+ years of experience in a technical field
Catia

Preferred Qualifications (Desired Skills/Experience):
Associates degree
2+ years of experience in technical design, including modeling, and technical integration or equivalent combination of additional education and relevant experience
5+ years of related work experience or an equivalent combination of education and experience
Experience in aerospace interiors, materials and properties, design criteria and release
Experience working with technical requirements or technical writing
Experience working with Visual Basic, Python, Java experience, Model based design and systems engineering, or Relational design

AA degree in related discipline and typically 3 or more years of related experience or an equivalent combination of education and experience

Job Number: 377687
Job Location: Everett or Renton, WA
Rate: Up to $51.00/Hour
Duration: 6+ months
Start Date: ASAP
Input Date: 09/05/2026

Design and Analysis Engineer 2

Description:
Design and Analysis Engineer 2 — 12-month onsite contract in Oklahoma City, OK at $65/Hour — through CTS International. Must be able to obtain a Secret Clearance. US Citizenship Required.

Develops and documents moderately complex electronic and electrical system requirements. Designs hardware, software and interface specifications. Tests and validates to ensure system designs meet operational and functional requirements. Assists in monitoring supplier performance to ensure system integration and compliance with requirements. Solves problems concerning fielded hardware and software over the entire product lifecycle. Researches specific technology advances for potential application to company business needs.
Required Skill sets:
- Familiar with configuration management
- Experience with Hardware in the loop testing
- Familiar with 1553 data bus and 429 data bus
- Hardware auditing or audit processes
- Willingness to support second shift on occasion (3 pm -12 am)

Bachelor's degree and typically 2 or more years' experience in an engineering classification or a Master's degree with experience in an engineering classification. Required: Bachelor or Master degree from an accredited course of study, in engineering

Job Number: 377608
Job Location: OK City, OK
Rate: Up to $65.00/Hour
Duration: 12+ months
Start Date: ASAP
Input Date: 07/01/2026
Last Updated: 09/08/2026

Manufacturing Engineer 4

Description:
Manufacturing Engineer 4 — 6-month onsite contract in Everett, WA at $84/Hour — through CTS International.

777-9 program is looking for Manufacturing Engineers to enable aircraft modifications to support Certification Flight Testing for Type Inspection Authorization (TIA). This is a very critical activity in support of the overall Certification of the 777-9.

Primary Responsibilities:
- Tiger Team Member on critical Company Flight Test Project
- Installation Plans for configuration changes (test specific and production).
- Coordination across ME teams for PRR IP creation / revision.
- Review IPs for quality – e.g. missing functional tests, missing BOM items, etc.
- Identifying and planning removals.
- Identifying opportunities to reduce scope (e.g. smaller, more specific functional tests).
- Reviewing tooling requirements for compatible with flightline operations (i.e. not factory specific).
Required Skills:
- Assembly & Installation (A&I) Manufacturing Engineering (ME).

Preferred Skills:
- Systems, Electrical and Propulsions are preferred (not required).
- CMES, PDM, CAPP, CMES (IP edit and NCO generation), ENOVIA, CATIA, IVT, Etc.
- Change incorporation instructions (e.g. PRR, LCCX, mods / service bulletins), removals, and 777 airplane configuration knowledge.

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 9 or more years' related work experience or an equivalent combination of technical education and experience (e.g. PhD+4 years' related work experience, Master+7 years' related work experience). In the USA, ABET accreditation is the preferred, although not required, accreditation standard.

Job Number: 377320
Job Location: Everett, WA
Rate: Up to $84.00/Hour
Duration: 6+ months
Start Date: ASAP
Input Date: 02/02/2026
Last Updated: 09/08/2026

Project Engineer 4

Description:
CTS International — Project Engineer 4, 6-month contract, St Charles, MO at $88/Hour. Must be able to obtain a Secret Clearance. US Citizenship Required.

Provides the Engineering leadership to a team representing multiple skill areas, which may include internal and external resources and customers. Develops statement of work (SOW) to satisfy research and development, ongoing and new business requirements. Works with customers and management to obtain approval. Responds to changes to SOW, assesses the impact and negotiates proposed changes to determine modifications to the deliverables, resources, costs and schedules. Leads project execution to complete the work statement. Identifies performance metrics. Plans, identifies, and coordinates resources required over the life of the project or program. Defines plans for risk mitigation and opportunity. Compares actual results to baseline plan to assess project performance, efficiencies, productivity and lessons learned. Provides technical, business and integration leadership for the development and execution of project or team plans. Works under minimal direction.
Required Qualifications:
• Bachelor of Science degree in Engineering, Engineering Technology (including Manufacturing Technology), Computer Science, Data Science, Mathematics, Physics, Chemistry
• Experience in a production or systems engineering skill code
• 4+ years of related work experience
• 3+ years of experience leading team or managing cross functional projects in a formal and/or informal role
• 4+ years of experience with project management tools
• 4+ years of advanced Microsoft suite skills to include macro development, intermediate to advance knowledge of excel formulas, and pivot table manipulation
• 4+ years developing presentations and reporting to senior or executive leadership
• Knowledge and development experience with TABLEAU or PowerBI metrics

Preferred Qualifications:
• 10 or more years' related work experience or an equivalent combination of education and experience
• Project Management Certification
• Project Management Professional Certificate Lean Six Sigma (green belt or black belt)
• Experience in manufacturing engineering role
• Experience with DOD Contracts
• EVM/CAM related experience
• Microsoft Project/Planner Experience

Bachelor of Science degree in Engineering, Engineering Technology (including Manufacturing Technology), Computer Science, Data Science, Mathematics, Physics, Chemistry

Job Number: 377599
Job Location: St Charles, MO
Rate: Up to $88.00/Hour
Duration: 6+ months
Start Date: ASAP
Input Date: 06/26/2026
Last Updated: 09/08/2026

ASIC/FPGA Verification Engineer 4

Description:
CTS International has an immediate 6-month ASIC/FPGA Verification Engineer 4 opening in El Segundo, CA at $90/Hour.

Company Space, Intelligence & Weapons Systems has an exciting opportunity for multiple ASIC/FPGA Verification Engineers to join us as part of our Company Electronic Products team in either El Segundo or Huntington Beach, CA

From complex digitally beamformed phased arrays for constellation satellite programs to computing and networking equipment for commercial airplanes, the Company Electronic Products group develops ASICs and FPGAs that are at the heart of Company’s products!

We leverage leading-edge technology and work with world-class partners to provide some of the most complex SoCs in the world. We develop robust, high-performance custom processors using the latest ARM IP to enable high-integrity, low SWAP-C flight computers. And we're applying the latest digital IC design processes with industry-best tools to enable applications that cut across every domain at Company.

Our diverse development portfolio provides opportunities to learn with exposure to the breadth of the Company product line – approximately half our design/verification work is within the Space & Launch business unit, and half is from other parts of Company (AvionX; Missiles & Weapons; Strike, Surveillance and Mobility; and Autonomous Systems).

As an ASIC/FPGA Verification Engineer on the Company Electronic Products team you will develop state-of-the-art digital ICs/SoCs to support the most critical programs across the enterprise. We collaborate with other electronics groups across the company and around the world and support ASIC/FPGA design and verification for electronics that we build in El Segundo and for units designed at other sites.

Position Responsibilities:
• Design and implement an ASIC/FPGA verification environment utilizing UVM & System Verilog.
• Develop self-checking and reusable test benches from the ground up, employing Object-Oriented Programming principles such as Inheritance and Polymorphism, while utilizing UVM to build drivers, monitors, predictors, and scoreboards.
• Create Functional Coverage Models and conduct Code Coverage analysis to ensure thorough verification of designs during simulation.
• Set up regression tests and collect coverage metrics to ensure comprehensive verification and track progress over time.
• Assist in FPGA-based prototyping and validation based on program and system requirements and complexity.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure that verification strategies align with overall project goals and timelines.
Required Skills:
• A Bachelor of Science degree in Engineering (specializing in Electrical, Mechanical, or Aeronautical), Computer Science, Data Science, Mathematics, Physics, Chemistry, or equivalent non-US qualifications relevant to the job description
• Proven experience in ASIC/FPGA verification processes
• Familiarity with defining the architectural framework for ASIC/FPGA verification using SystemVerilog/UVM, including the delivery and release of production designs
• Proficiency in hardware verification languages, particularly SystemVerilog and SystemVerilog Assertions
• Demonstrated experience in implementing test plans effectively
• Solid understanding of Object-Oriented Programming principles, such as Inheritance and Polymorphism
• Capability to design self-checking and reusable testbenches from the ground up
• Experience in developing Functional Coverage Models and achieving Code Coverage closure
• Capable of collaborating with design and system engineering to establish accurate and verifiable ASIC/FPGA level specifications
• Familiarity with waveform debug tools
• Revision Control Systems: svn, cvs, git
• Proficient in Linux Environments

Preferred Skills:
• 10+ years of related work experience or an equivalent combination of education and experience
• Master's Degree in EE, Computer Engineering/Science, or related field, or equivalent experience
• Experience with hardware-based integration and test of ASIC/FPGA designs
• Experience with hardware emulators, especially Palladium
• Experience with high-speed Serdes interfaces (JESD204C, PCIe, Ethernet)
• Proficient in scripting languages: Make, Perl, Python, etc.
• Familiarity with space-based design techniques and radiation mitigation
• Demonstrated history of 1st pass success with ASIC designs

A Bachelor of Science degree in Engineering (specializing in Electrical, Mechanical, or Aeronautical), Computer Science, Data Science, Mathematics, Physics, Chemistry, or equivalent non-US qualifications relevant to the job description

Job Number: 377637
Job Location: El Segundo, CA
Rate: Up to $90.00/Hour
Duration: 6+ months
Start Date: ASAP
Input Date: 07/20/2026
Last Updated: 09/08/2026

Software Engineer - Developer

Description:
Now hiring: Software Engineer - Developer in El Segundo, CA — 12-month contract via CTS International at $123/Hour. Secret Clearance Required to Start.

Position is 100% onsite.

The Company is currently seeking Software Engineer-Developer ( Experienced / Senior) to support our Satellite Space Mission Systems Software Team located in El Segundo, CA. In this role, the individual will support the development of mission software written in Java, C++, Python, ReactJS. The individual will collaborate with cross functional teams and stakeholders to design and implement software solutions, ensure engineering excellence, and achieve program objectives. This position will support the Company Defense Services (BDS) business organization.

We are seeking Software Engineers-Developers that are passionate about space and excited to work in a multi-disciplined, collaborative engineering environment that supports the design, development, and implementation of software for existing and emerging Company commercial and government space programs.

This exciting software engineer position requires demonstrated experience within the software ecosystem, a diverse background of project experience, and the clear exhibition of superior judgment and decision making to engineer new solutions and support existing capabilities of multiple software programming projects. Demonstrated critical thinking and troubleshooting skills are required.

Position Responsibilities:
• Design, develop, test, and maintain software throughout the end-to-end lifecycle that meets industry, customer, safety, and regulation standards
• Develop, maintain, enhance, and optimize software products and functionalities for systems integrations
• Develop, document, and maintain architecture, requirements, algorithms, interfaces and designs for software products
• Participate in the agile software development lifecycle including planning, reviews, and supporting customer meetings
• Debug and resolve issues identified to ensure reliability and efficiency of software products
• Perform software development, participate in code reviews, and adhere to guidance on software standards and design principles.
• Implement current and emerging technologies, tools, frameworks, and changes in regulations relevant to software development
• Develop, establish, monitor, and improve software processes, tools, and key performance metrics that align with organization goals and industry benchmarks
• Execute and document software research and development projects
• Advise on software domains, system-specific issues, processes and regulations
Required Skills:
• Bachelor’s Degree
• 5+ years of experience in software development.
• Proficiency in multiple programming languages (e.g., Java, C++, Python, JavaScript) and familiarity with software development methodologies (Agile, Scrum, etc.)
• Excellent communication skills and experience collaborating with cross-functional teams including systems engineers, hardware engineers, and program managers
• Experience with unit testing, integration testing, and system-level validation in complex software environments
• DoD Secret Clearance

Preferred Skills:
• 5+ years of experience developing complex software applications and algorithmic solutions
• 5+ years of experience leading software development
• 5+ years of experience with modern programming and scripting languages such as C++, Java, JavaScript, Perl, Python, Visual Basic
• 1+ years of experience in a cloud computing environment e.g. Azure/AWS/Google Cloud
• Knowledge of software architecture and design methodologies. Ability to synthesize software architectures and designs that meet requirements, characteristics and constraints

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 9 or more years'
related work experience (e.g. PhD+4 years' related work experience, Master+7 years' related work experience). In the USA, ABET accreditation is the preferred, although not required, accreditation standard.

Job Number: 377650
Job Location: El Segundo, CA
Rate: Up to $123.00/Hour
Duration: 12+ months
Start Date: ASAP
Input Date: 07/29/2026
Last Updated: 09/08/2026

System Design Electrical Engineer 3

Description:
System Design Electrical Engineer 3 — 12-month onsite contract in Hazelwood, MO at $78/Hour — through CTS International. Must be able to obtain a Secret Clearance. US Citizenship Required.

The Company's Central Maintenance Computing (CMCS) team in St. Louis, Missouri has immediate and exciting opportunities for Experienced Mid-Level System Design Electrical Engineers to support multiple critical programs.

The electrical design work will be in support of developing maintenance equipment to include connections between equipment and aircraft subsystems, network infrastructure, and computing hardware supporting instrumentation and network system connections. Additionally, the engineer will provide support for fabrication, installation/connection, and required verification to deliver a ready-for-test setup. The equipment and software for the CMCS is used to support all phases of platform/weapon development and sustainment lifecycle. This individual will work in a team environment to develop, test, and repair the hardware design for the CMCS system.

A System Design Electrical Engineer in this role works with customers to develop and document complex electronic and electrical system requirements, and then analyzes and translates requirements into system, hardware and software designs and interface specifications.

A System Design Electrical Engineer also performs tests and validations to ensure system designs meet operational and functional requirements, as well as monitors supplier performance to ensure system integration and compliance with requirements.

A System Design Electrical Engineers solves problems concerning other support of fielded hardware and software over the entire product lifecycle, while researching specific technology advances for potential application to company business needs.

Position Responsibilities
• Hardware/software integration support
• Design and documentation of electrical systems, components, connections, and
• interfaces
• System schematic analysis and design
• System requirements analysis and development
• System selloff/verification
• System test requirements analysis and development interface design
• Develop electrical wiring required to adapt to test articles & sub-assemblies
• Support of lab or flight test instrumentation and data acquisition
• Selection of electrical hardware (cables, connectors, shielding, terminal blocks, etc.)
• Installation support and collaboration with lab test personnel
• Support of problem resolution associated with fielded hardware and software over the entire product lifecycle
• Utilize Model-Based Systems Engineering (MBSE) tools such as DOORS, Cameo, and mathematical modeling and simulation to develop system definitions/architectures and perform trade studies (includes integration with interfacing engineering disciplines model based design tool sets)
Basic Qualifications (Required Skills/Experience):
• Bachelor of Science degree from an accredited course of study in engineering, engineering technology (includes manufacturing engineering technology), chemistry, physics, mathematics, data science, or computer science
• 3+ years familiarity with electrical avionics system design including electrical systems and subsystems design, interface cable design between electrical system and platform, electrical hardware/software integration, coordination with vendors for part selection, and general test experience to do hardware/software testing of the system in a lab.
• Experience or knowledge of VPX/VME form factor
• Experience or knowledge of RS422/RS232, PC104, TCP/IP & Ethernet, IEEE-488, MMSI, and MIL-STD-1553 communication standards, protocols and/or interface
• Technical system domain knowledge (e.g. air vehicle and/or weapons)
• Experience with product/systems development and integration

Preferred Qualifications (Desired Skills/Experience):
• Experience or knowledge of cyber security principals or cyber certifications
• Experience or knowledge of network design
• Experience or knowledge of common military standards used in hardware design and testing (MIL-STD-810, MIL-STD-461, MIL-STD-1472, etc.)
• Experience with CAD and creating electrical schematics
• Experience with implementation and maintenance of systems engineering tools, schedules and metrics (i.e. DOORs, CAMEO, earned value management).
• Experience with Model Based Systems Engineering (MBSE)
• CompTia Security + Certification

Bachelor's degree and typically 5 or more years' experience in an engineering classification or a Master's degree with typically 3 or more years' experience in an engineering classification or a PhD degree with experience in an engineering classification. Bachelor, Master or Doctorate of Science degree from an accredited course of study, in engineering, computer science, mathematics, physics or chemistry. ABET is the preferred, although not required, accreditation standard.

Job Number: 377624
Job Location: Hazelwood, MO
Rate: Up to $78.00/Hour
Duration: 12+ months
Start Date: ASAP
Input Date: 07/07/2026
Last Updated: 09/08/2026

MP&P Engineer 3 - Composites

Description:
Now hiring: MP&P Engineer 3 - Composites in Mesa, AZ — 12-month contract via CTS International at $78/Hour. Must be able to obtain a Secret Clearance. US Citizenship Required.

The Company is seeking a 2nd shift motivated collaborative associate or experienced Composites M&P (Materials and Processes) Engineer to join our Composite Materials Fabrication Site in Mesa, Arizona.

Are you a hands-on materials and processes engineer who thrives at the intersection of lab, factory, and design? Join Company’s Composite Materials Fabrication Site in Mesa, AZ, and help shape advanced aerospace platforms. We’re looking for a motivated, collaborative engineer—either early-career or experienced—who’s passionate about composites, polymer chemistry, failure analysis, and production problem-solving.

Position Responsibilities:
• Work in a casual, professional environment with multi-disciplinary engineering teams who deliver cutting edge aerospace solutions
• Split your time between office, lab, and production floor—see ideas move from test to flight
• Influence real products on advanced and proprietary air platforms
• Clear paths for long-term career growth into technical leadership or management
• Use your curiosity and technical grit to solve meaningful manufacturing challenges every day
• Ensure the efficient production of our world-class aerospace products, including advanced platforms for our Air Proprietary programs

What you’ll do
• Apply chemistry, physics, and material science to develop and qualify composite materials and processing methods
• Provide technical evaluation and material and process support to composite part fabrication
• Perform root-cause investigations and implement corrective & preventive actions for material and process issues
• Create and execute test plans, write reports and input to specifications for materials, tools, and processes
• Qualify and approve equipment, materials and processes
• Guide material testing in the Materials & Processes Laboratory
• Coordinate with other disciplines such as Design Engineering, Production Engineering, Manufacturing, Quality Engineering, and Procurement
• Travel to suppliers as needed
• Integrate new technologies and promote standardization across product lines
• Manage test/audit programs, ensure regulatory and contractual compliance, and incorporate EHS, LEAN, and Quality principles into your work
• This role is full-time 2nd shift and is expected to be 100% onsite
Required Skills:
• Bachelor of Science degree from an accredited course of study in engineering, engineering technology (includes manufacturing engineering technology), chemistry, physics, mathematics, data science, or computer science. (And a Bachelor’s degree and 2+ years’ experience or a Master’s degree

Preferred Skills:
• 1+ years working with composites, elastomers, and associated processing techniques (Level 2 or 3 applies based on years of experience)
• Hands-on lab experience with polymer chemistry analytical techniques
• Familiarity with materials such as epoxy, cyanate ester, bismaleimide, urethane, polyimide, reinforcements, and adhesives
• Experience with composite failure modes (structural and nonstructural) and failure analysis.
• Experience in technical specifications, reports, and test plans
• Comfortable reading engineering drawings and using Microsoft Office
• Experience in creating and delivering technical presentations and briefings
• Ability to work in a collaborative team-based environment

Bachelor's degree and typically 5 or more years' experience in an engineering classification or a Master's degree with typically 3 or more years' experience in an engineering classification or a PhD degree with experience in an engineering classification.

Job Number: 377570
Job Location: Mesa, AZ
Rate: Up to $78.00/Hour
Duration: 12+ months
Start Date: ASAP
Input Date: 06/11/2026
Last Updated: 09/08/2026

NC Programmer 4 - (20 OPENINGS)

Description:
Now hiring (20 openings): NC Programmer 4 in Auburn, WA — 6-month contract via CTS International at $80/Hour.

Join a high-performing fabrication team supporting aerospace structural production in Auburn, WA. As a contractor Numerical Control Programmer (NCP) on our Machining/Tooling team, you’ll drive the NC programming, setup documentation, and machining strategy for complex multi-axis parts used on commercial airplanes. You will collaborate closely with planning, aerospace engineering, tooling, and shop-floor operators to turn engineered concepts into producible, high-quality parts. This role is ideal for hands-on programmers who enjoy solving machining challenges, optimizing workflows, and seeing their programs executed on the shop floor.

Primary Responsibilities
• Create, verify, and revise Machine Control Data (MCD), tooling geometry, and setup documentation for multi-axis CNC machines (primarily 5-axis).
• Interpret engineering drawings, planning documentation, and manufacturing requirements to develop robust NC programs for aluminum and hard-metal parts.
• Develop multiple setups and operations for complex part geometries, ensuring fixturing, tooling, and machine selection support producibility and tolerances.
• Produce clear setup sheets and operator instructions that enable consistent and safe machine operation.
• Use simulation/verification tools (e.g., Vericut) to validate programs and eliminate collisions or gouges prior to shop-floor execution.
• Troubleshoot and iterate programs based on first-article inspections, in-process feedback, and shop-floor testing.
• Coordinate with planning, manufacturing engineering, tooling design, and machine operators to optimize cycle times, reduce scrap, and address manufacturability concerns.
• For Level 4: Lead the design of custom fixtures and complex tooling arrangements and define machining strategies across multiple operations and machines.
• Maintain program documentation, revisions, and configuration control per company/contract requirements.
• Work under minimal direction.
Required Skills
• 7+ years of NC programming experience for production machining or equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Demonstrated experience programming 5-axis CNC machines for aerospace parts (aluminum and hard metals).
• Proficiency reading and interpreting engineering drawings, GD&T, and manufacturing documentation.
• Proficient in CATIA V5 NC programming.
• Proficient in NC simulation/verification tools such as Vericut.
• Ability to create clear setup documentation and operator instructions.
• Able to work 2nd shift schedule as specified.
• Contractor eligibility to work under the terms of the engagement.

Preferred Qualifications
• Prior experience creating custom fixtures and tooling for multi-setup machining operations
• Experience defining machining strategy and selecting appropriate machines and processes for part families.
• Familiarity with aerospace manufacturing processes, inspection practices, and first-article requirements.
• Strong problem-solving skills with a track record of reducing cycle times or improving producibility.
• Effective communicator with experience collaborating across planning, engineering, and shop-floor teams.
• Experience with additional CAM systems or post-processors commonly used in aerospace environments.

Education/experience typically acquired through advanced education (e.g. Associate) and typically 6 or more years' related work experience or an equivalent combination of education and experience (e.g. Bachelor+4 years' related work experience, 8 years' related work experience, etc.).

Job Number: 377382
Job Location: Auburn, WA
Rate: Up to $80.00/Hour
Duration: 6+ months
Start Date: ASAP
Input Date: 03/09/2026
Last Updated: 09/08/2026


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