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JOB TITLE: GNC Engineer (ONSITE)
LOCATION: Mojave, CA
SALARY: $101,000-206,000/year
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: Secret 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.
Qualifying Questions:
Are you a U.S. person 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:
Manage subcontracts from request for proposal (RFP) through contract creation and lifecycle management.
Monitor cost, schedule, and performance of subcontracts.
Implement supplier corrective actions and “return to green” efforts as needed.
Provide status reports to senior and executive leadership.
Collaborate with Compliance to support audits.
(LG4/LG5 only) Mentor and provide guidance on complex subcontracts, including Spec/SOW-driven contracts.
Requirements:
Clearance: Secret required to start
Experience in government procurements/subcontract acquisitions (dependent on level).
Comprehensive understanding of global supply chain and complex government procurement practices.
Experience analyzing cost/price data and establishing negotiation positions.
Knowledge of proposal evaluations, price/cost analysis, and FAR/DFAR regulations.
Experience with Statements of Work (SOW), collective bargaining agreements (CBA), and labor contracts.
Strong written and verbal communication skills.
Proven experience leading teams and cross-functional projects, with critical thinking and problem-solving capabilities.
Ability to work independently and collaboratively.
Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint).
Strong organizational skills and ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.
Must be a U.S. Citizen (as defined by ITAR).
Desired Skills:
Knowledge of standard U.S. Department of Defense contract types.
SAP systems experience.
Ability to establish new suppliers and manage supplier performance.
Understanding of Special Operations Forces (SOF) contracts.
Experience with competitive and non-competitive price agreements.
Experience leading complex negotiations and subcontract management teams (SMT).
Effective communication with executive leadership, suppliers, and external stakeholders.
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 major aerospace OEMs and Tier 1 suppliers, we connect professionals with opportunities to grow and excel in the aviation and aerospace industries.
Eligibility Requirements:
Must be a 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
Take your career to new heights—apply today!
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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