Electrical Engineer

The Structures Company; Littleton (CO); On-site; USD 261,744,000 - 282,408,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Bonus potential

Tier 1 access

Job summary

The Structures Company, a premier national aerospace and defense staffing agency, seeks an Electrical Engineer to design and integrate hardware for automated test equipment used in aerospace and defense applications.

You will review schematics, generate hardware requirements from subsystems, and produce CAD models using Creo, Zuken, or equivalent tools. Requires Top Secret clearance eligibility and at least 3 years of hardware design experience.

Qualifications

• Must be a U.S. citizen and able to obtain and maintain a Top Secret Security Clearance.
• Minimum 3 years of professional experience in electrical hardware design and test.
• Experience troubleshooting interactions between software and hardware including network devices and lab instrumentation.
• Proficiency with Creo, Windchill, Zuken, Pspice, or comparable design tools.
• Experience with interconnect design, schematic development, system integration, and hardware verification.

Responsibilities

• Designs and integrates hardware for Automated Test Equipment (ATE) for aerospace and defense applications.
• Reviews and develops schematics and wiring diagrams for hardware modules.
• Generates hardware requirements from subsystem-level specifications.
• Produces detailed design documentation including schematics, wiring diagrams, and CAD models using Creo, Zuken, or equivalent tools.
• Executes hardware-level integration, troubleshooting, and validation of test systems.
• Performs data review, trending, and post-test analysis for system validation.
• Designs interconnect and cable systems for test equipment.
• Works with product-lifecycle management and issue-tracking systems for design, development, and deployment.
• Performs hardware verification and system integration activities.
• Supports Failure Review Board actions with data analysis and reporting.

Skills

Electrical design

Hardware testing

Troubleshooting

Creo/Windchill

Zuken

PSpice

Interconnect design

PLM

Security clearance

Tools

Creo

Windchill

Zuken

PSpice

Job description

JOB TITLE: Electrical Engineer

LOCATION: Littleton, CO

PAY RATE: $95/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: Ability to obtain and maintain a Top Secret Security Clearance.


• 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.

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 integrates hardware for Automated Test Equipment (ATE) for aerospace and defense applications.


• Reviews and develops schematics and wiring diagrams for hardware modules.


• Generates hardware requirements from subsystem-level specifications.


• Produces detailed design documentation including schematics, wiring diagrams, and CAD models using Creo, Zuken, or equivalent tools.


• Executes hardware-level integration, troubleshooting, and validation of test systems.


• Performs data review, trending, and post-test analysis for system validation.


• Designs interconnect and cable systems for test equipment.


• Works with product-lifecycle management and issue-tracking systems for design, development, and deployment.


• Performs hardware verification and system integration activities.


• Supports Failure Review Board actions with data analysis and reporting.

Requirements

• Ability to obtain and maintain a Top Secret Security Clearance.


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


• Minimum 3 years of professional experience in electrical hardware design and test.


• Experience troubleshooting interactions between software and hardware including network devices and lab instrumentation.


• Proficiency with Creo, Windchill, Zuken, Pspice, or comparable design tools.


• Experience with interconnect design, schematic development, system integration, and hardware verification.


• Experience with cable design and hardware integration.


• Experience with product-lifecycle management and issue-tracking systems.


• Preferred: Prior work on EGSE or communications systems for aerospace or defense.


• Preferred: Familiarity with Atlassian product development processes.

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