Test & Evaluation Engineer 3

Description:

JOB TITLE: Test & Evaluation Engineer 3
LOCATION: Taft, CA
PAY RATE: $74.25/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)

    Clearance: Ability to obtain a Top Secret Security Clearance

    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. citizen and able to obtain and maintain a U.S. security clearance?

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

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

Summary:

    Integrates propulsion test execution requirements and resources to conduct pressure testing and clean room operations.

    Supports development and tracking of performance metrics, tracks trends, and develops action plans.

    Aids in development of a test execution plan including resource allocation, schedule for equipment and floor space usage, test support requirements, and program milestones.

    Develops communication plans for status of current test and cleaning activities relative to upcoming test activities.

    Develops, creates, and maintains test and cleaning documentation for test execution and cleaning requirements.

    Tracks current and upcoming test phases to status cleaning and testing activities to meet program need dates.

    Coordinates and collaborates with propulsion test management and engineers daily.

    Performs propulsion testing in propulsion systems, pressure and fluid systems, and vacuum systems.

    Performs precision cleaning of hardware.

    Conducts clean room operations.

Requirements:

    Ability to obtain a Top Secret Security Clearance.

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

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

    7+ years of experience in test laboratory operations.

    7+ years of experience performing propulsion testing in propulsion systems, pressure and fluid systems, or vacuum systems.

    4+ years of precision cleaning of hardware experience.

    4+ years of clean room operations experience.

    Experience as a lead, supervisor, or manager.

    Knowledge of propellant and chemical handling or storage requirements.

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 - 17325-17332-11534
Job Location: Taft CA
Per Diem: --
Overtime: --
Start Date: 2026-08-20
Input Date: 08/21/2026
Firm Name: STRUCTURES COMPANY LLC
Attention: Robin Curtis
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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