JOB TITLE: Fluid System Design Engineer (ONSITE)
LOCATION: Mojave, CA
SALARY: $101,000-206,000/year

We are a national aerospace and defense staffing agency seeking highly qualified candidates for a position with a top-tier client.

Job Details:

Industry: Aerospace / Defense / Aviation

Benefits: Medical, dental, and vision

Openings Nationwide: Thousands of opportunities across the U.S.

Qualifying Questions:

Are you a U.S. person as defined under ITAR regulations?

Do you meet the educational and experience requirements for this role?

Can you commute to the job location or relocate if necessary?

Summary:

Contribute to the development, build, and testing of propulsion flight and ground hardware

Perform structural, fluid, and thermal analysis of mechanical components and assemblies

Create and maintain component and assembly drawings for flight and ground test hardware

Develop and maintain work instructions for installation of flight hardware onto vehicles

Assist mechanics with integration of components and assemblies onto aircraft and ground systems

Order materials and components as required

Test propulsion components and assemblies to prepare for integrated subsystem testing

Develop engineering tools as needed to complete tasking

Maintain inventory tracking of critical propulsion components

Manage supplier relations with key vendors

Take technical ownership of clean rooms

Manage engineering release schedule in conjunction with shop planning

Track vehicle propulsion configuration

Review and release drawings, work instructions, analysis reports, etc.

Maintain regular communication with the Propulsion Lead

Contribute to the integration of complex aerospace systems

Demonstrate honesty, responsibility, integrity, and fulfillment of commitments

Requirements:

Level II: B.S. from accredited institution + 2 5 years relevant experience, or equivalent combination

Sr-level: B.S. + 5 10 years relevant experience, or equivalent combination

Staff-level: B.S. + 10 20 years relevant experience, or equivalent combination

Computer-Aided Design (CAD) tools

MS Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook)

Knowledge and experience in one or more of: fluid subsystem design, mechanical design, structural engineering, component or assembly-level mechanical or fluid testing, rocket testing, cryogenic fluid systems, electrical and/or instrumentation systems

Experience with fluid-mechanical component design and stress analysis

Experience with 3D CAD modeling of parts and assemblies

Ability to communicate technical challenges and guidance to varied audiences

Ability to work independently and adapt quickly to changing priorities

Ability to obtain and maintain a security clearance

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

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 major aerospace OEMs and Tier 1 suppliers, we connect professionals with opportunities to grow and excel in the aviation and aerospace industries.

Eligibility Requirements:

Must be a 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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