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Components Engineer

Andover, MA 01810

Posted: 01/27/2026 Industry: Defense Job Number: z5G7h3l6a1kMvyS65NP3c41RKoZoKacn5bWDsObrGUQ= Pay Rate: $55.00 Hourly USD Job Code: JPC - 14515

Job Description

JOB TITLE: Components Engineer
LOCATION: 
Andover, MA
PAY RATE: $55/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 Requirement: Interim 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.

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: 

  • Support component selection and analysis for new designs and DMSMS risk mitigation.

  • Lead components engineering efforts in obsolescence management, standardization, and part qualification.

  • Define engineering data, part standards, and procurement control requirements.

  • Resolve component quality issues and drive process improvements.

  • Coordinate with vendors, procurement, customers, and subcontractors on component-related matters.

  • Manage part substitutions, second-source qualifications, and counterfeit avoidance.

  • Prepare procurement specifications and support development and production issue resolution.

  • Process BOM changes using PLM systems (Agile, Windchill).

Requirements:

  • Active Secret clearance preferred; inactive clearance considered.

  • Interim clearance required to start.

  • Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, or related field.

  • Experience in electrical component manufacturing processes and physical property analysis.

  • Components Engineering experience with electronic components (ICs and discrete devices).

  • Experience with new component releases and qualification processes.

  • Experience processing BOM changes in Agile or Windchill PLM systems.

  • Experience in parts selection and qualification.

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

Desired Skills:

  • Experience with DMSMS mitigation strategies.

  • Experience with component failure analysis, pure tin mitigation, and counterfeit part detection.

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

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