What are the responsibilities and job description for the Engineer position at Onyx Aerospace?
About Onyx Aerospace
Onyx Aerospace is seeking talented engineers to join our growing team across multiple U.S. locations. We support a variety of aerospace and defense programs and offer opportunities ranging from short-term project-based roles to full-time permanent positions.
Primary Work Locations
Huntsville, Alabama
Kennedy Space Center, Florida
Houston, Texas
New Orleans, Louisiana
Some roles may be performed remotely with minimal travel, depending on specific project requirements.
Position Types
Contract positions (6–12 month durations)
Full-time, permanent roles
Flexible employment options: W-2 with full salary and benefits or 1099 contractor arrangements
Areas of Opportunity
We are currently anticipating openings in the following disciplines:
Manufacturing Engineering (all disciplines)
Manufacturing Planning Engineering (all disciplines)
Mechanical Engineering
Mechanical/Chemical Engineering – Fluids Design (AFT Fathom/Arrow)
Mechanical Fluids Analysis – SINDA/FLUINT Network Analysis
Structural Engineering – Design and NASTRAN Analysis
Electrical Engineering
Electronics Engineering
Electrical Engineering – Printed Circuit Board (PCB) Design
Electrical Engineering – RF Design
CAD Design – Mechanical, Electrical, Structural
Failure Modes and Effects Engineering (FMEA)
Safety Engineering
Systems Engineering (all disciplines)
Systems Engineering – Human Factors
Subject Matter Experts – All Engineering Disciplines
Qualifications and Skills
Basic Qualifications
• US Citizenship is required.
Minimum Qualifications
• Experience with Microsoft Word and Excel.
• Ability to express technical issues in a clear and concise manner, both written and verbally.
• Ability to resolve design issues with subordinates, suppliers, other engineering disciplines
• Excellent listening, oral and written communication, planning and organizational skills are essential.
• Must be able to complete a pre-employment drug screen, and background check.