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Structural Analysis Engineer 3

Houston, TX 77082

Posted: 02/13/2026 Industry: Defense, Engineering Job Number: z5G7h3l6a1kMvyS65NP3c2nWp29Nz74wKgSWrpVPNfs= Pay Rate: 82.00 Hourly USD Job Code: JPC - 14686

Job Description

JOB TITLE: Structural Analysis Engineer 3
LOCATION: Houston, TX
PAY RATE: $82/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)

  • Security Clearance: Ability to obatin 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: 

  • Interpret vehicle loads and environments.

  • Perform stress calculations and develop margins of safety using known allowables.

  • Conduct fracture assessments and support damage tolerance analysis.

  • Ensure observance of program standards to maintain structural integrity.

  • Build and analyze models using NASTRAN or similar FEM software.

  • Validate structural performance and support design decisions.

  • Develop detailed stress reports and test documentation.

  • Record and report certification and test results for regulatory compliance.

  • Substantiate requirements for customers and regulatory agencies.

  • Develop test plans and configurations.

  • Support execution of tests and analyze results to verify systems meet requirements.

  • Investigate product failures.

  • Recommend improvements and modifications for existing systems.

Requirements:

  • Ability to obatin Secret clearance (not required to start)

  • Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Computer Science, Physics, Mathematics, or Chemistry.

  • Typically 5+ years of relevant experience (or equivalent combination of advanced degree + work experience).

  • ABET accreditation preferred but not required.

  • Aerospace structural hardware experience.

  • Finite Element Analysis (FEA) including NASTRAN.

  • Experience with launch vehicle structures.

  • Strong report-writing skills for structural analyses.

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

Preferred Skills:

  • Fracture mechanics and damage tolerance analysis.

  • Significant launch vehicle structure experience.

  • Advanced understanding of vehicle loads, stress calculations, and allowable margins.

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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