Systems Engineer

The Structures Company; Tucson (AZ); On-site; USD 58,000 - 83,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Bonus potential

Priority access via Tier 1 supplier

Job summary

The Structures Company is seeking a Systems Engineer for a 6-month contract in Tucson, AZ. The role focuses on investigating production support cases for aerospace control systems and ECUs, and on releasing ECNs to support design improvements and manufacturing needs.

You will collaborate with cross-functional teams, perform design substantiation, and coordinate with suppliers while ensuring alignment with program objectives and system-level requirements.

Qualifications

• Requires U.S. Person status under ITAR regulations.
• Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering, Electrical Systems Engineering, or related engineering discipline.
• U.S. Citizen or Protected status per U.S. Export Control regulations.
• Knowledge of systems engineering principles and the systems development lifecycle.

Responsibilities

• Investigate and resolve production support cases for aerospace control systems and ECUs.
• Develop and release Engineering Change Notices (ECNs) to support design improvements and manufacturing needs.
• Perform technical evaluations and substantiation of design changes related to production and factory support.
• Collaborate with engineering teams to prioritize and distribute production support workloads.
• Review and maintain approved source list drawings and build-to-print documentation.
• Reconcile product-level requirements with customer and system-level requirements.
• Support integration of components into larger aerospace systems.
• Participate in configuration management and design revision activities including obsolescence management and drawing updates.
• Coordinate supplier deliverables and align schedules with program objectives.

Skills

Systems engineering

ECNs/ECOs

configuration management

production support

cross-functional collaboration

analytical problem-solving

design substantiation

requirements reconciliation

supplier coordination

verifying traces to requirements

Education

Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering or related

Job description

JOB TITLE: Systems Engineer

LOCATION: Tucson, AZ

PAY RATE: $51/hour

Job Details:

• Job Type: Contract (6 months with potential for extension)

• 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: Standard day shift.

Qualifying Questions:

• Are you a U.S. Person (U.S. citizen, lawful permanent resident, or protected individual) as defined under ITAR regulations?

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

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

Summary:

• Investigate and resolve production support cases for aerospace control systems and electronic control units.

• Develop and release Engineering Change Notices (ECNs) to support design improvements and manufacturing needs.

• Perform technical evaluations and substantiation of design changes related to production and factory support.

• Collaborate with engineering teams to prioritize and distribute production support workloads.

• Review and maintain approved source list drawings and build-to-print documentation.

• Reconcile product-level requirements with customer and system-level requirements.

• Support the integration of components into larger aerospace systems.

• Participate in configuration management and design revision activities including obsolescence management and drawing updates.

• Coordinate supplier deliverables and align schedules with program objectives.

Requirements:

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

• Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering, Electrical Systems Engineering, or a related engineering discipline.

• Must be a U.S. Citizen, U.S. Permanent Resident, or possess other protected status due to U.S. Export Control regulations.

• Knowledge of systems engineering principles and the systems development lifecycle.

• Understanding of aerospace electronics, control systems, sensors, actuators, fuel systems, hydraulic systems, or electromechanical products.

• Experience working with engineering change notices (ECNs/ECOs), design revisions, technical substantiation, or configuration management.

• Experience supporting, designing, testing, or integrating electronic control systems.

• Experience investigating and resolving production support issues or engineering problems.

• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.

• Experience working in collaborative, cross-functional, and global teams.

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