JOB TITLE: Systems Engineer - DEFENSE
LOCATION: Grand Prairie, TX
PAY RATE: $96.20/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)
Clearance Required: Active Secret Clearance
Schedule: First Shift Core Hours: Mon Thurs, 9am 3pm CST
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:
Support the development and integration of flight simulation systems using MATLAB, SIMULINK, C++, and FORTRAN.
Collaborate with subsystem and software engineers to integrate MATLAB and C++ models into 6-DOF Integrated Flight Simulations (IFS)
Perform modeling and simulation tasks for system survivability, Safety of Flight (SOF), trade studies, and end-to-end kill chain assessments
Use simulations to support Hardware-in-the-Loop (HWIL) lab testing
Support integration and testing of hardware/software in HWIL environments
Assist in flight test predictions and post-flight data analysis
Requirements:
Active Secret Clearance (Final) required at time of start
Bachelors degree in Engineering or Physics
Experience in rotary-wing vehicle design, particularly in Guidance and Control law development.
Proficient in C++
Experience with FORTRAN and 6-DOF simulations
Background in aerospace applications
Must be a U.S. Citizen (as defined by ITAR).
Desired Qualifications:
Proficiency in MATLAB, C++, and/or Python
Prior experience in rotary-wing vehicle development
Willingness to work onsite in a classified lab
Availability to travel occasionally for flight test support (up to 2 weeks)
Experience with HWIL integration and testing
Strong understanding of:
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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