Engineer Structural
Listed on 2026-02-16
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Engineering
Systems Engineer, Structural Engineer, Aerospace / Aviation / Avionics, Mechanical Engineer
Position Overview An experienced
* Structural Engineer
* is sought to support a Mechanical and Energetics organization working on missile and launch vehicle systems. This role involves handson structural analysis, design support, and testing in a fastpaced, collaborative engineering environment. The position is fully onsite and plays a key role in ensuring the structural integrity and performance of flight and ground systems.
Key Responsibilities
* Perform a wide range of structural engineering tasks supporting design, analysis, and testing of launch vehicle and missile systems with minimal supervision
* Generate safety factors for stress, stiffness, buckling, bolted joints, fracture, and other structural failure modes
* Collaborate with analysts, design engineers, and program leadership to resolve technical issues
* Apply structural mechanics principles to guide preliminary and final designs of primary and secondary structures, as well as ground support equipment
* Develop proficiency with structural analysis tools such as FEMAP, NX NASTRAN, MathCAD, and similar software
* Interpret and apply engineering specifications and customer requirements
* Produce engineering documentation and technical reports
* Define appropriate test levels and instrumentation for qualification and acceptance of flight hardware
* Compile and interpret technical data including flight data, test results, and material reports
Basic Qualifications
* Bachelor's degree in a STEM discipline with
* 5+ years
* of related engineering experience OR Master's degree in a STEM discipline with
* 3+ years
* of related engineering experience
* Demonstrated experience performing structural analysis
* Ability to read and interpret engineering drawings and specifications
* Knowledge of finite element analysis, classical stress and strain methods, statics, and structural mechanics
* Proficiency with standard computer tools including word processing and spreadsheets
* Strong ability to take direction, show initiative, and complete tasks on schedule
* Active DoD Secret clearance or higher
Preferred Qualifications
* Master's or PhD in a related engineering field
* Experience supporting high performance flight structures
* Handson use of FEMAP, NX NASTRAN; experience with ANSYS, ABAQUS, or similar tools is also valued
* Expertise in composite structures and fracture mechanics
* Strong written and verbal communication skills
* Job Type & Location
* This is a Contract position based out of Chandler, AZ.
* Pay and Benefits
* The pay range for this position is $45.00 - $53.00/hr.
Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job
classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be
subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits
available for this temporary role may include the following:
* Medical, dental & vision
* Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital
* 401(k) Retirement Plan - Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available
* Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents)
* Short and long-term disability
* Health Spending Account (HSA)
* Transportation benefits
* Employee Assistance Program
* Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)
* Workplace Type
* This is a fully onsite position in Chandler,AZ.
* Final date to receive applications
* This position is anticipated to close on Feb 16, 2026.
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That's the power of true partnership. TEKsystems is an Allegis Group company.
The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regards to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.
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