Aerospace Design Engineer

The Judge Group; Plano (TX); Hybrid; USD 96,432 - 103,320; Full time

Job summary

A leading aerospace engineering firm is seeking experienced Design Engineers (Level III or higher) for a hybrid contract role focused on advanced aircraft systems for naval applications. Responsibilities include reviewing designs, conducting structural assessments, and supporting system integration. The ideal candidate holds a Bachelor's degree in Engineering and has proven design experience, ideally with knowledge of CATIA and MATLAB. This is a high-impact position with a 6-month contract, potential extension based on performance.

Qualifications

• Proven experience as a Design Engineer (Level III or higher).
• Experience with supplier SOWs and proposal writing is preferred.
• Background in DoD or civilian aircraft design is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Review and refresh designs based on requirements.
• Perform hydraulic system, avionics, and structural assessments.
• Conduct structural and weight evaluations.
• Participate in design reviews and requirements analysis.
• Support integration of propulsion and landing gear systems.

Skills

Hydraulic system assessments

Structural assessments

Integration and propulsion systems

Familiarity with CATIA V5

Familiarity with MATLAB

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Engineering

Job description

Base pay range

$70.00/hr - $75.00/hr

Location: Centennial, CO | Dayton, OH | Plano, TX | Wichita, KS

Type: Contract (6 months, potential extension)

Schedule: Hybrid

Clearance: Not required

This range is provided by The Judge Group. Your actual pay will be based on your skills and experience — talk with your recruiter to learn more.

About the Role

We are seeking experienced Design Engineers (Level III or higher) to join a high-impact aerospace project focused on designing advanced aircraft systems for naval applications. This role involves creating innovative landing gear solutions, structural designs, and integration processes that enhance fuel efficiency and reduce lifecycle costs.

Responsibilities

• Review and refresh designs based on requirements.
• Perform hydraulic system, avionics, and structural assessments.
• Conduct structural and weight evaluations.
• Participate in design reviews and requirements analysis.
• Explain design responsibilities in proposals and assist with supplier SOWs.
• Support integration of propulsion and landing gear systems.

Minimum Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering or related field.
• Proven experience as a Design Engineer (Level III or higher).
• Structural and weight assessments
• Integration and propulsion systems
• Familiarity with CATIA (preferably V5) and MATLAB.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience with supplier SOWs and proposal writing.
• Background in DoD or civilian aircraft design (rocket design experience acceptable).
• Prior testing experience.
• Duration: 6 months with potential extension based on performance.

Seniority level

• Mid-Senior level

Employment type

• Contract

Job function

• Defense and Space Manufacturing
• Space Research and Technology