JOB TITLE: Propulsion Engineer L6
LOCATION: New Orleans, LA (supports supplier in Buffalo, NY)
PAY RATE: Up to $180/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)
Travel: >75 to suppliers and customer sites
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:
Provide program management support, engineering leadership, and supplier technical oversight to ensure hardware meets contractual requirements.
Collaborate with technical leads and suppliers on space and/or launch vehicle systems projects.
Lead engineering disciplines such as Systems, Structural, Mechanical/Aerospace, Avionics, Electrical, Propulsion, Test, Manufacturing, and Quality Engineering.
Manage supplier relationships, cost accounts, and risk/opportunity assessments.
Requirements:
Bachelors in Engineering, Computer Science, Math, Physics, or Chemistry (ABET-accredited)
20+ years supplier management/technical leadership (or equivalent Masters/PhD experience)
Executive-level and technical team leadership experience
Cost account management expertise
Risk and opportunity management
Independent and assertive in team/client settings
Must be a U.S. Citizen (as defined by ITAR).
Desired Skills:
Lean manufacturing/continuous improvement experience
Background in space/launch vehicle systems
Expertise in one or more: Systems, Structural, Mechanical/Aerospace, Avionics, Electrical, Propulsion/Flight, Test, Manufacturing, Quality, Liaison, Materials Processes & Physics Engineering
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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