Systems Engineer

JOB TITLE:
Systems Engineer
LOCATION:
Stratford, CT
PAY RATE: $28-31/hour

We are a national aerospace and defense staffing agency seeking highly qualified candidates for a position with a top-tier client.

• 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.

• Are you a U.S. Person (U.S. citizen, lawful permanent resident, or protected individual) 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?

• Support the Human Factors Engineering team with 3D modeling and systems integration activities for military aircraft platforms.

• Apply human performance principles, biomechanics, and anthropometric analysis to develop human-centered aircraft cockpit and cabin designs.

• Utilize 3D modeling tools such as 3DX, CATIA, or equivalent platforms to create anthropometrically accurate virtual human models and evaluate fit, reach, visibility, and ergonomics.

• Support human engineering requirements development, interpretation, hardware design, and verification/testing activities for next-generation flight deck and cabin concepts.

• Collaborate with cross-functional engineering teams to ensure ergonomic, operational, and human factors requirements are integrated into aircraft system designs.

• Bachelor’s degree in Human Factors Engineering, Systems Engineering, Aerospace Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Industrial Engineering, Biomechanics, or related technical field.

• Experience with 3D modeling tools such as:

  • 3DX

  • CATIA

  • Equivalent CAD/modeling platforms

• Understanding of:

  • Human performance principles

  • Biomechanics

  • Anthropometric analysis

  • Ergonomics and human-centered design

• Experience supporting systems integration or aircraft design activities.

• Ability to interpret engineering requirements and support design verification/testing activities.

• Strong communication and collaboration skills in a team-oriented engineering environment.

• Must be local to Stratford, CT.

• Ability to work 100% onsite.

• Must be a U.S. Person (as defined by ITAR).

• Junior-level Systems Engineering experience supporting aerospace or defense programs.

• Experience supporting military aircraft cockpit or cabin design initiatives.

• Familiarity with virtual human modeling and ergonomic assessment tools.

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 leading aerospace and defense OEMs and Tier 1 suppliers, we connect professionals with career opportunities to grow and excel in aviation, aerospace, and defense.

Must be a U.S. Person (U.S. citizen, lawful permanent resident, or protected individual under 8 U.S.C. § 1324b(a)(3)) to comply with ITAR regulations.