Senior Structures and Payload Design Engineer

Manassas, VA 20110

Posted: 10/21/2025 Job Number: z5G7h3l6a1kMvyS65NP3c8AeBYia9T_J9eGorLd6PJo= Pay Rate: 65.00-80.00 Hourly USD Job Code: JPC - 13862

Job Description

JOB TITLE: Senior Structures and Payload Design Engineer
LOCATION: 
Manassas, VA
PAY RATE: $65-80/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)

  • 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: 

  • Produce airframe structural configuration layouts and detailed designs

  • Create and maintain CAD solid models and drawings that meet all requirements

  • Review and check product structures and BOMs to ensure component integrity

  • Conduct design reviews and collaborate with other departments

  • Prepare presentations for program reviews

  • Work with composite and metallic primary/secondary structures

  • Support manufacturing liaison without handling shop tools

Requirements:

  • Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical or Aerospace Engineering preferred

  • Minimum 10 years’ aerospace industry experience

  • Proficiency in CATIA V5: Generative Surface Design, Part Design, and Assembly

  • Familiarity with aerospace composite industry standards

  • Experience with product data management systems such as Smarteam or Enovia LCA/PDM

  • Strong proficiency in Microsoft Excel, Word, and PowerPoint

  • Excellent verbal and written communication skills

  • Strong interpersonal and teamwork skills

  • US Citizen, Green Card Holder, or Permanent Resident

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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