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Structural and Payload Design Engineer 3

Houston, TX 77082

Posted: 02/13/2026 Industry: Defense, Engineering Job Number: z5G7h3l6a1kMvyS65NP3cyLlnEtlz0yA6VJjIgS6ai8= Pay Rate: 77.50 Hourly USD Job Code: JPC - 14687

Job Description

JOB TITLE: Structural and Payload Design Engineer 3
LOCATION: Houston, TX
PAY RATE: $77.50/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 (6 months with potential for extension)

  • Clearance Requirement: Ability to obtain Secret Clearance (not 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: 

  • Develop, integrate, and document structural and interior payload system requirements to establish system design

  • Develop, maintain, and modify structural and payload system components using 3D CAD or other design methods

  • Perform tests and integrate analytical results to validate and verify system and component performance

  • Support supplier development, testing, and production activities, coordinating with suppliers to optimize designs

  • Investigate emerging technologies to develop concepts for future product designs

  • Collaborate with cross-functional teams, production operations, and external customers to provide product definition

Requirements:

  • Ability to obtain Secret Clearance (not required to start)

  • Aerospace experience required 
  • Bachelor’s degree with 5+ years of relevant experience or Master’s degree with 3+ years of relevant experience or PhD with equivalent experience

  • ABET-accredited programs preferred but not required

  • Experience in Model-Based Definition (MBD)

  • Experience in structural design from conceptual layout through build-to-package release

  • Experience leading a structural design team through product development

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

Preferred Qualifications:

  • Proficiency with CREO, CATIA, Enovia, NX CAD, and Teamcenter PDM

  • Experience with new material utilization

  • Experience in design development and sustaining lift equipment

  • Experience with detailed design of large, portable work platforms

  • Project management experience, including tracking metrics, reporting status, coordinating integrated teams, and communicating with suppliers and customers

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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Meet Your Recruiter

Kimberly Wade

Kimberly Wade is a Technical Recruiter specializing in Stress and Design Engineering. With over seven years of experience in the staffing industry, Kimberly embarked on her career journey with a solid foundation in manufacturing and engineering.

Kimberly’s mission is to bridge the gap between exceptional talent and organizations in need. She firmly believes that aligning the right individuals with the correct positions is the cornerstone of a company's success.

With her expertise and diligence, Kimberly is shaping careers and contributing to the growth and prosperity of the organizations she serves.

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