Structural Engineer III

Belcan Corporation; Colorado Springs (CO); On-site; USD 55,000 - 58,000; Full time

Job summary

Belcan Corporation in Colorado Springs is seeking a Structural Engineer III to join our aerospace-focused team. You will assemble major structures, align parts on jigs using templates and fixtures, and verify dimensions with micrometers and calipers for accuracy.

Responsibilities include modifying assemblies, ensuring quality per SPC and related methods, and supporting safe operation of aerospace vehicles. Immediate start and potential travel may be required depending on project needs.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED with 5+ years of relevant experience.
• A higher-level degree may substitute for experience.
• Experience in aerospace or defense is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Assemble major structures and minor part-fitting operations.
• Align parts on jigs and aerospace vehicles using templates and fixtures.
• Measure parts with micrometers and calipers to verify dimensions.
• Modify complete or incomplete assemblies and incorporate changes.
• Monitor and verify quality using SPC or similar control procedures.

Skills

Blueprint interpretation

Structural assembly

Part fitting

Fastener installation

Quality control

Reading schematics

Travel willingness

Education

High school diploma or GED

5+ years of relevant experience

Advanced degree may substitute for experience

Tools

Micrometers

Calipers

Measuring tools

Templates/fixtures

Job description

Job Description

Job Title: Structural Engineer III

Location: Colorado Springs, CO

Zip Code: 80916

Duration: 12 Months

Pay Rate: $ 40.70/hr.

Keyword's: #Planojobs; #StructuralEngineerIIIjobs

Start Date: Immediate

Duties:

As a Structural Technician III, you will be using your skills and expertise to assemble and/or create major assembly structures and minor part-fitting operations such as filing, sawing, burring, trimming, framing, riveting, drilling and reaming. You will be responsible for aligning parts on jigs and aerospace vehicles using templates and fixtures and measuring parts with micrometers and calipers to verify dimensions. You also may be responsible for modifying incomplete and complete assemblies and incorporating the changes into the structure, and monitoring and verifying quality in accordance with statistical process or other control procedures.

Physical/Mental/Emotional Requirements:

• *Frequently walk, sit, stand, climb stairs and steps.
• *Frequently repeat same hand, arm, and finger motion many times to include finger and hand dexterity.
• *Frequently requires vision abilities to include close, distance, depth perception, and telling the difference between colors.
• *Frequently requires hearing abilities to include discerning different tones and volumes.
• *Frequently lifting or carrying up to 50 lbs.

Working Conditions:

• *Frequently exposed to outdoor elements (high/low temperatures, sun, rain/snow, etc.)
• *Occasionally exposed to fumes or hazardous chemicals/materials.
• *Frequently exposed to loud noises.

Safety Sensitive Position:

• *Responsible for the safety or security of people or property.
• *Inspects structures, equipment or vehicles.
• *Performs aviation related duties.
• *Operate or supervise vehicles, heavy or dangerous equipment or machinery.

Skills Must-haves:

• *Must have/own tools in good working order
• *Ability to understand and interpret applicable technical schematics, diagrams, blueprints, manuals and/or publications.
• *Ability to complete installations per technical drawings while maintaining edge distance and pitch
• *Progressive experience with structure assembly, minor part fitting techniques and repair and refinishing such as airframe corrosion removal, as applicable.
• *Ability to install various fasteners such as rivets and hi-locks

Preferred:

• *Ability to travel Background in the Aerospace and Defense Industry, the US Department of Defense, NASA or US Military Ability to obtain and maintain a Security Clearance may be required.

Education Must-haves:

• *High school diploma or GED equivalent and typically 5 or more years of relevant experience
• *A higher-level degree may substitute for experience
• *Related experience may be considered in lieu of required education

Belcan is an equal opportunity employer. Your application and candidacy will not be considered based on race, color, sex, religion, creed, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, genetic information, pregnancy, veteran status or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.