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Mechanical Engineer

Huntsville, AL 35893

Posted: 02/03/2026 Industry: Defense, Engineering Job Number: z5G7h3l6a1kMvyS65NP3c1dRPpd7RGjYG4Nb9zSH4YI= Pay Rate: $55.00-$60.00NOOT Hourly USD Job Code: JPC - 14581

Job Description

JOB TITLE: Mechanical Engineer
LOCATION:
Huntsville, AL
PAY RATE: $55–$60/hr (NOOT)

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 (Up to 6 months with potential for extension)

  • Shift: 5/40 – 1st Shift

  • Clearance: Active Secret Required

  • 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: 

  • Designs and develops mechanical products and systems, including instruments, controls, robots, engines, machines, and mechanical, thermal, hydraulic, or heat transfer systems

  • Applies research to the planning, design, development, and testing of mechanical/electromechanical systems, instruments, controls, engines, and machines

  • Position can be located at any of the three sites: Huntsville, AL; KOP, PA; or Littleton, CO

Requirements:

  • Active Secret Clearance

  • Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering, Aerospace Engineering, or a related technical field

  • 3–5 years of relevant mechanical design experience

  • CREO 10

  • DSR6

  • EPDM

  • GD&T (Geometric Dimensioning & Tolerancing)

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

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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