Design Engineer

The Structures Company; Littleton (CO); On-site; USD 94,000 - 103,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Bonus potential

Priority access via Tier 1 supplier

Job summary

The Structures Company, a premier national aerospace and defense staffing agency, seeks a Design Engineer in Littleton, CO. The role requires an active DoD Secret clearance and handles avionics schematic design, PCB layout guidance, and rigorous electrical analysis.

You will perform Worst Case Analysis, Electrical Parts Stress Analysis, and FMECA while using Xpedition and PSPICE/Saber tools. Expect a contract role with competitive pay and growth opportunities in aerospace defense.

Qualifications

• Bachelor of Science or higher in Electrical Engineering or related discipline.
• Experience in digital circuit design at card or board level schematic and analysis.
• Experience with schematic capture using Xpedition or similar.
• Experience with PSPICE, Saber, or other simulation tools.
• Experience performing Worst Case Analysis, Electrical Parts Stress Analysis, and FMECA.
• Experience performing failure investigation on CCA, unit, and system level hardware.

Responsibilities

• Designs and captures electrical schematics for avionics products.
• Guides PCB board layouts for circuit card assemblies.
• Performs electrical Worst Case Analysis for design validation.
• Performs Electrical Parts Stress Analysis for component reliability.
• Performs Failure Modes and Effects Critical Analysis (FMECA) for system safety.
• Resolves test anomalies and troubleshoots electronic hardware.
• Performs failure investigation on CCA, unit, and system level hardware.
• Uses schematic capture tools such as Xpedition or similar.
• Uses electronics simulation tools such as PSPICE, Saber, or equivalent.
• Supports system level testing for product certification.

Skills

Digital circuit design

Schematic capture

Worst Case Analysis

Electrical Parts Stress Analysis

FMECA

Failure investigation

Education

B.S. in Electrical Engineering

Tools

Xpedition

PSPICE

Saber

Job description

JOB TITLE: Design Engineer
LOCATION: Littleton, CO
PAY RATE: $68.51/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: Active DoD Secret clearance required.

• 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.

• Shift: 5/40-1st Shift

Qualifying Questions:

• Are you a U.S. citizen and able to obtain and maintain a U.S. security clearance?

• Do you meet the educational and experience requirements for this role?

• Can you commute to the job location or relocate if necessary?

Summary:

• Designs and captures electrical schematics for avionics products.

• Guides PCB board layouts for circuit card assemblies.

• Performs electrical Worst Case Analysis for design validation.

• Performs Electrical Parts Stress Analysis for component reliability.

• Performs Failure Modes and Effects Critical Analysis (FMECA) for system safety.

• Resolves test anomalies and troubleshoots electronic hardware.

• Performs failure investigation on CCA, unit, and system level hardware.

• Uses schematic capture tools such as Xpedition or similar.

• Uses electronics simulation tools such as PSPICE, Saber, or equivalent.

• Supports system level testing for product certification.

Requirements:

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

• Active DoD Secret clearance is required.

• Bachelor of Science or higher in Electrical Engineering or related discipline.

• Experience in digital circuit design at card or board level schematic and analysis.

• Experience with schematic capture using Xpedition or similar.

• Experience with PSPICE, Saber, or other simulation tools.

• Experience performing Worst Case Analysis, Electrical Parts Stress Analysis, and FMECA.

• Experience performing failure investigation on CCA, unit, and system level hardware.

• Experience supporting technical evaluation of design and requirements verification.

• Experience in aerospace hardware development lifecycle phases.

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

Eligibility Requirements:

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.

Keywords: aerospace, aviation, engineering, maintenance, aircraft design, defense