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Job title: Structural Engineer

Job Description

Our client is a leading developer and manufacturer of advanced unmanned systems and aerospace vehicles. They apply autonomy and robotics to revolutionize aircraft development production and operation. With a culture of innovation and a track record of ambitious and successful projects, our client aims to disrupt the future of the aerospace industry. As a Structural Design Engineer, this person will be responsible for providing conceptual and detail designs of primary and secondary structural aircraft components. You will work with a team of engineers on uncrewed aerial vehicles, including modification of existing aircraft structures and design-to-build activities for commercial and military aircraft. You will work with composite and metallic primary and secondary structures mechanical system components and electrical/avionics systems component installations.

Responsibilities:

- Produce airframe structural configuration layouts and detail designs

- Create and maintain CAD solid models and drawings that meet all requirements

- Review and check product structure and BOMs to ensure component integrity

- Conduct design reviews and collaborate with other departments

- Prepare presentations for program reviews

Skills

catia, aircraft components, gd&t, composite, mechanical, structural engineering, structural design, aerospace, structural analysis, stress analysis, fea analysis, fea

Top Skills Details

catia,aircraft components,gd&t,composite

Additional Skills & Qualifications

Required:

- Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering or Aerospace Engineering preferred

- Proficiency in CATIA V5 with a focus on Generative Surface Design Part Design and Assembly

- Familiarity with industry standards for aerospace composite components

- Strong technical experience in aerospace manufacturing and assembly of metallic and composite components

- Experience with manufacturing Liasson / Shop support

o Not handling shop tools

- Familiarity with GDT per ASME Y14.5 and tolerance analysis capabilities

- Knowledge of ASME Y14.41 methods for Model Based Definition using CATIA V5 FTA

- Experience with CATIA V5 CPD and/or FiberSIM for composite part design

Preferred:

- Ability to create and maintain parametric product geometry models

- Proficiency in composite part detail processes including composites stacking sequence lamination theory honeycomb core bonded assemblies and post-cure machining operations

- Experience with product data management systems such as Smarteam or Enovia LCA/PDM

Experience Level

Intermediate Level

Job Type & Location

This is a Contract position based out of Manassas, VA.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $70.00 - $85.00/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 Manassas,VA.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Nov 14, 2025.

About Actalent

Actalent is a global leader in engineering and sciences services and talent solutions. We help visionary companies advance their engineering and science initiatives through access to specialized experts who drive scale, innovation and speed to market. With a network of almost 30,000 consultants and more than 4,500 clients across the U.S., Canada, Asia and Europe, Actalent serves many of the Fortune 500.

The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regard 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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