JOB TITLE: Systems Engineer 4
LOCATION: Kent, WA
PAY RATE: $88/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 (6 months with potential for extension)
Clearance: Ability to obtain a Secret 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. person 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:
Support complex software estimation efforts for aerospace and defense programs.
Work closely with software SMEs, contracts, and pricing teams to develop robust cost and resource estimates, analyze scope changes, and ensure alignment with system performance requirements.
Collaborate with Software Engineering SMEs to gather basis-of-estimate data for contract proposals.
Review and refine statements of work and contract scope documentation.
Facilitate estimate reviews with senior management and interface with Contracts/Pricing teams.
Coordinate proposal activities and deliverables with the Contract Proposal Lead.
Analyze the impact of changes in software mission systems on cost, schedule, and engineering baselines.
Maintain proposal documentation and change records for audit and configuration control.
Requirements:
Ability to obtain a Secret clearance.
Bachelors degree and 9+ years of relevant experience, Masters with 7+ years, or PhD with 4+ years.
Degree in Engineering, Computer Science, Mathematics, Physics, or related technical field.
Strong systems engineering background with an understanding of system interdependencies and interface operations.
Experience developing and presenting cost estimates with clear rationale and budget breakdowns.
Advanced Excel and spreadsheet modeling skills.
Strong analytical thinking and attention to detail-ability to question assumptions.
Proven ability to coordinate cross-functional teams and facilitate discussions.
Must be a U.S. Person (as defined by ITAR).
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 major aerospace OEMs and Tier 1 suppliers, we connect professionals with opportunities to grow and excel in the aviation and aerospace industries.
Eligibility Requirements:
Must be a 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
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