What are the responsibilities and job description for the Systems Engineer 3 position at The Structures Company?
JOB TITLE: Systems Engineer 3
LOCATION: Everett, WA
PAY RATE: $71/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:
Define, decompose, and allocate requirements from aircraft-level to system/item level.
Develop and maintain system and airplane architectures.
Support safety activities: FHA, PSSA, CMA, SSA, and FMEA/FMES.
Ensure design traceability and compliance with higher-level requirements.
Plan and execute V&V activities across the V-model (item, system, aircraft).
Collaborate across hardware/software teams during design and testing.
Provide documentation and certification support for FAA/EASA.
Participate in design reviews, audits, and technical interchange meetings.
Requirements:
Bachelor’s degree in Systems, Aerospace, Electrical/Computer Engineering, or related field.
9–15 years of systems engineering experience in aerospace, automotive, or complex system domains.
Hands-on experience with requirements, design, implementation, V&V.
Knowledge of safety assessments (FHA, PSSA, SSA, CMA, FMEA/FMES).
Familiarity with certification standards (ARP4754A, ARP4761, DO-178C, DO-254).
Strong analytical, technical writing, and teamwork skills.
Must be a U.S. Citizen (as defined by ITAR).
Preferred Qualifications:
Experience with requirements tools (DOORS).
System modeling (SysML/UML, Cameo, or equivalent).
Test planning and execution across multiple levels.
Aircraft design, development, and certification knowledge
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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