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JOB TITLE: Design & Analysis Engineer 2
LOCATION: Berkeley, MO
PAY RATE: $53-63/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: Must be able to obtain a U.S. Security Clearance (U.S. Citizenship required); Final Secret/Top-Secret clearance and/or Special Program Access may be required post-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: 

• Apply engineering principles, standards, and practices to develop and maintain electronic/electrical system requirements.

• Draft statements of work, technical performance specs, and translate requirements into system architectures, hardware/software designs, and interface specifications with full traceability.

• Define and execute test/validation methods to confirm performance, while resolving integration issues and production anomalies.

• Research emerging technologies for future designs and provide lifecycle support, including solving fielded hardware/software issues.

• Monitor supplier performance to ensure compliance and integration.

• 100% onsite at St. Louis-area locations; some programs may require domestic or international travel.

Programs & Capability Centers Supported:

• F-47: Next-generation fighter for the U.S. Air Force

• T-7A: Next-generation trainer for the U.S. Air Force

• F/A-18, EA-18G, F-15, F-22: Tactical fighters and major upgrades

• Phantom Works: Advanced development programs

• MQ-25: Autonomous carrier-based refueling aircraft

• Engineering Capability Centers: Cybersecurity, product security, flight simulation, radar, advanced mission systems

• Precision Engagement Systems (PES): JDAM, SDB, MOP, HAAWC, SLAM ER, Harpoon, and derivatives

• Global Services: Training, sustainment, product support

• Test and Evaluation

Requirements:

• Must be able to obtain a U.S. Security Clearance (U.S. Citizenship required); Final Secret/Top-Secret clearance and/or Special Program Access may be required post-start.

• Bachelor’s degree in engineering, chemistry, physics, mathematics, data science, or computer science.

• Associate (Level 2): Bachelor’s + 2+ years of experience, or Master’s + relevant experience.

• Experienced (Level 3): Bachelor’s + 5+ years, or equivalent education/experience.

• ABET accreditation preferred but not required.

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

• Reside in or willing to relocate to the St. Louis, Missouri region.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Aerospace industry experience.

• Strong communication, analytical, and organizational skills with the ability to work in teams.

• Experience in design/build or test teams, engineering processes, and electronic/electrical system design or testing.

• Knowledge of data structures, system design, and architecture.

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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