JOB TITLE: Systems Engineer
LOCATION: Stratford, CT
PAY RATE: $28-31/hour

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

Job Details:

Job Type: Contract (12 months with potential for extension)

Industry: Aerospace / Defense / Aviation

Benefits: Medical, dental, and vision (Cigna)

Perks: Bonus potential + Priority access via Tier 1 supplier

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

Qualifying Questions:

Are you a U.S. Person (U.S. citizen, lawful permanent resident, or protected individual) as defined under ITAR regulations?

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

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

Summary:

Support the Human Factors Engineering team with 3D modeling and systems integration activities for military aircraft platforms.

Apply human performance principles, biomechanics, and anthropometric analysis to develop human-centered aircraft cockpit and cabin designs.

Utilize 3D modeling tools such as 3DX, CATIA, or equivalent platforms to create anthropometrically accurate virtual human models and evaluate fit, reach, visibility, and ergonomics.

Support human engineering requirements development, interpretation, hardware design, and verification/testing activities for next-generation flight deck and cabin concepts.

Collaborate with cross-functional engineering teams to ensure ergonomic, operational, and human factors requirements are integrated into aircraft system designs.

Requirements:

Bachelor s degree in Human Factors Engineering, Systems Engineering, Aerospace Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Industrial Engineering, Biomechanics, or related technical field.

Experience with 3D modeling tools such as:

3DX

CATIA

Equivalent CAD/modeling platforms

Understanding of:

Human performance principles

Biomechanics

Anthropometric analysis

Ergonomics and human-centered design

Experience supporting systems integration or aircraft design activities.

Ability to interpret engineering requirements and support design verification/testing activities.

Strong communication and collaboration skills in a team-oriented engineering environment.

Must be local to Stratford, CT.

Ability to work 100% onsite.

Must be a U.S. Person (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 leading aerospace and defense OEMs and Tier 1 suppliers, we connect professionals with career opportunities to grow and excel in aviation, aerospace, and defense.

Eligibility Requirements:

Must be a U.S. Person (U.S. citizen, lawful permanent resident, or protected individual under 8 U.S.C. 1324b(a)(3)) to comply with ITAR regulations.

Keywords: aerospace, aviation, engineering, maintenance, aircraft design, defense

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