JOB TITLE: Software Engineer 3 – Test & Verification
LOCATION: St Charles, MO
PAY RATE: $76.50/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 (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:
Lead and manage the Change Control Board (CCB) process for software: schedule/facilitate meetings, prepare agendas, record minutes, track action items, and ensure changes are reviewed and approved before implementation
Produce and maintain program CM artifacts, including CM plans, product/document identification schemes, baselines, and traceability records
Prepare and process change documents: Engineering Change Proposals (ECP), Requests for Variance (RFV), Change Documents/Requests (CD/CRs), and related approvals
Oversee software build and release activities: plan, schedule, coordinate, and execute builds and deployments; improve processes to minimize errors and cycle time
Manage version control, repositories, CI/CD pipelines, and build environments; resolve inconsistencies and release failures
Perform configuration audits and verification to confirm product/documentation baselines
Assess prime and supplier contract CM requirements and coordinate supplier change management
Support determinations of export authority for technical work products and assist with industry quality audits for CM
Collaborate with customers and cross-functional stakeholders to align release schedules, program planning, and CM activities
Drive continuous improvement of CM processes, tooling, and metrics
Requirements:
Bachelor of Science in engineering, engineering technology, computer science, chemistry, physics, mathematics, or data science
Experience with Software Development Lifecycle (SDLC) and change management practices
Familiarity with Atlassian tools (Jira, Confluence) and Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, PowerPoint)
1+ years editing PDF and Word files
Must be a U.S. Citizen (as defined by ITAR).
Preferred Qualifications:
3+ years of related work experience or equivalent combination of education and experience
Experience leading or coordinating teams, formally or informally
Experience with version control systems and build/release tooling (e.g., Git, CI/CD)
Experience in Configuration Management
Ability to work through formal channels and informal networks, understanding organizational culture to support strategic objectives
Strong written and verbal communication skills, attention to detail, and process improvement mindset
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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