Catia Structures/Systems Design Engineer
804 Technology is currently seeking a Remote or Hybrid Catia Structures/Systems Design Engineer for a long term contract job opportunity. The Structures / Systems Design Engineer is responsible for design of Primary & Secondary Metallic Structure, Composites, Systems integration, Layouts and routing. The candidate should also have overall aircraft design principles, modification, STC and experimental product development on airplane and rotorcraft. The full job description and my contact information are listed below. If you are interested, please respond be sending me your resume and your availability. Thank you in advance for your time.
Brian Smith
C: 314-753-5299
O: 636-928-0330
bsmith@804technology.com
Job Title: Catia Structure/Systems Design Engineer
Pay range: $80-95/hour
Location: Remote or hybrid
Job Description: Catia Structures/Systems Design Engineer
The Structures / Systems Design Engineer is responsible for design of Primary & Secondary Metallic Structure, Composites, Systems integration, Layouts and routing. The candidate should also have overall aircraft design principles, modification, STC and experimental product development on airplane and rotorcraft.
In This Role You Will:
• Review and understand customer specifications, technical documentation, ICD’s and aircraft structural / system configurations.
• Lead and oversee the technical and design aspects for structures/systems installation.
• Conceptual design of structural & System Installation modification to support Flight Test, Experimental aircraft.
• Communicate and coordinate with technical disciplines to ensure deliverables are on target and meet specified requirements.
• Peer drawing checking and the release of engineering documents, as well as day-to-day collaboration to resolve design conflicts and interferences.
• Knowledge of basic stress methodologies to ensure initial concept design is optimized for stress review and analysis.
• Prepare manufacturing drawings in line with ASME Y14.5 standards using GD&T for manufacturability.
• Onsite support working with Maintenance to oversee modification implementation and other flight test activities at our Flight Test Facility.
• Provide Production MRB support.
• Work in close cooperation with other non-engineering disciplines such as Quality, Logistics, Methods, Customer support, etc.
• Keep an open and innovative mindset to implement improvements.
Desired Experience:
• 747 Fuselage design (Section’s 41, 42 & 44) and Wing Design.
• DeHavilland DHC7 & DHC8 models
• General Wing Joint Design and Flight Controls.
• Composite Fairing Design.
• Reverse Engineering experience.
• Experience with Electric Aircraft.
• Flight Test experience.
Qualifications:
• Five or more years of relevant experience in performing structural design in Primary and secondary structure (Metallic and composite).
• Knowledge of Fuselage, Wing, Nacelle design along with System installations.
• Proficiency with CAD Systems CATIA V5, V6 and/or NX CAD to work in a PLM environment and produce 3D models, products, 3D MBD and/or 2D dwg.
• Knowledge of major industry or regulatory standards, design criteria pertinent to structural design and best practices.
• Familiarity and experience with design milestones CoDR, PDR, CDR and Final Release.
• Familiarity with FAR Part 23 and Part 25 certification requirements and processes.
Education:
• Four (4) year degree in Engineering (Aerospace / Mechanical) or equivalent experience.
Brian Smith
804 Technology
Recruiting Director
c: 314.753.5299
o: 636.928.0330
f: 636.928.0348
bsmith@804Technology.com
www.804Technology.com
www.linkedin.com/company/804-technology
804 Technology is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, age, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability or national origin.
Job Location: Remote, Remote
Rate: $80-$95/hour
Overtime: Possible
Duration: 9 Months plus
Start Date: ASAP
Input Date: 09/04/2026
Attention: Brian
Address: 5381 HIGHWAY N STE 201
City, State: COTTLEVILLE, MO 63304
Phone: 636/928-0330
Fax Phone: 636/530-3693
Email: bsmith@804technology.com
Website: www.804technology.com
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