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Aeronautical Engineer

Palmdale, CA 93591

Posted: 07/09/2026 Industry: Aerospace, Engineering Job Number: MjVOTWVLTS9VQytVaWozYjgrZ1hGdz09 Pay Rate: 27.55-135 Hourly USD Job Code: JPC - 16935

Job Description

JOB TITLE: Aeronautical Engineer
LOCATION: Palmdale, CA
PAY RATE: $27.55-135.00/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: Active Top Secret Security Clearance required to start.

  • 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.

  • Shift: 4/10-A

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: 

  • Leads integration and design synthesis across aerodynamics, structures, propulsion, thermodynamics, electronics, controls, and actuation for next-generation weapon systems.

  • Conducts multi-disciplinary system trade studies to optimize performance and cost.

  • Coordinates with fabrication, assembly, MRB, quality, and supply-chain teams to ensure smooth production operations.

  • Generates technical and administrative materials for customers and internal stakeholders.

  • Supports and conducts integration of Special Mission programs across multi-disciplinary teams.

  • Applies experience in airframe structure design and analysis for aerospace systems.

  • Applies experience with metallic and composite materials design.

  • Uses CATIA V5 and 3DX for design and integration tasks.

  • Coordinates MRB (Material Review Board) activities and support for production operations.

  • Applies hand stress analysis methods for structural evaluation.

Requirements:

  • Active Top Secret Security Clearance required to start.

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

  • Bachelor's or above Degree in an Engineering Discipline.

  • Experience in airframe structure design and analysis.

  • Experience with metallic and composite design.

  • Experience with CATIA V5 and or 3DX.

  • Experience with GD&T (Geometric Dimensioning and Tolerancing).

  • Experience interacting with suppliers, external customers, and Production Operations.

  • MRB coordination and support experience.

  • Experience with hand stress analysis.

  • Experience with hypersonic boost-glide systems.

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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Meet Your Recruiter

Gus Sanchez

Gus Sanchez is a Staffing Program Director with over 15 years of progressive Aerospace & Defense industry experience. Serving as a liaison and strategic partner to our Aerospace Engineering client portfolio, he demonstrates a results-driven approach to leading and fulfilling complex staffing initiatives.

Gus is a recruiting strategist who is privy to new industry technology, technical roles, market value, trends, and industry demand. Gus has a proven track record of delivering engineering staffing solutions that improve our client’s efficiency and productivity.

Gus holds a Bachelor of Science in Aeronautics from Embry-Riddle Aeronautical University and is a United States Coast Guard veteran.

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