Systems Engineer 5

Description:

JOB TITLE: Systems Engineer 5
LOCATION: Everett, WA
PAY RATE: $105/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:

    Lead special projects and initiatives supporting 777-9 type certification (ATC) and entry into service (EIS).

    Develop and execute integrated plans balancing technical, safety, cost, schedule, and certification requirements.

    Define, decompose, and maintain system requirements including traceability, verification planning, and configuration control.

    Lead cross-functional teams to resolve technical issues and ensure subsystem and supplier integration compatibility.

    Lead system architecture analyses focused on affordability, safety, reliability, maintainability, testability, and certification.

    Identify and manage technical risks, issues, and mitigation strategies across systems design teams.

    Lead technical investigations, verification activities, remediation planning, and certification compliance efforts.

    Coordinate with engineering teams, suppliers, regulators, executive leadership, and stakeholders to align technical strategy and certification objectives.

    Position is 100% onsite in Everett, WA.

Requirements:

    Bachelor of Science degree in Engineering, Engineering Technology, Computer Science, Data Science, Mathematics, Physics, Chemistry, or related field.

    15+ years of experience performing complex engineering or system integration work.

    8+ years of experience leading and/or managing complex projects.

    5+ years of experience building relationships with senior executives, customers, stakeholders, peers, and business partners.

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

Preferred Qualifications:

    10+ years of experience with Transport, 7-Series, and/or McDonnell Douglas aircraft.

    5+ years of experience with U.S. and/or foreign aircraft certification and regulatory processes.

    Experience leading major design changes throughout product and certification lifecycles.

    Experience with FAA regulations and Regulatory Administration.

    Project Management experience or exposure (PMBOK, ANSI/PMI standards, etc.).

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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Job Number: JPC - 15507-15514-11534
Job Location: Everett WA
Per Diem: --
Overtime: --
Start Date: 2026-05-12
Input Date: 05/13/2026
Firm Name: STRUCTURES COMPANY LLC
Attention: Ariyana OBryan
Address: P O BOX 2278
City, State: SEAL BEACH, CA 90740
Phone: 714/823-3000
Email: 11534_submissions@ceipalsubsrouting.com
Website: www.thestructurescompany.com
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