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Lead Mechanical Engineer

2 months ago


Manassas, Virginia, United States The Structures Company Full time
Job Overview

Position Title: Senior Mechanical Engineer - Aircraft

Compensation: $85.00 per hour

Employment Type: Long-term contract, up to 18 months

Location: Manassas, VA

Eligibility: Must be a U.S. person

The Structures Company is a prominent staffing agency collaborating with leading aerospace firms. We are in search of exceptional talent to fulfill the needs of our esteemed clients.

Key Responsibilities:

  • Oversee the design and development of vehicle subsystems, ensuring integration from initial architecture to final implementation.
  • Provide expert guidance, technical assessments, and mentorship throughout the project lifecycle.
  • Establish subsystem and component specifications that align with safety, performance, and business goals.
  • Select and manage partnerships with suppliers and vendors.
  • Coordinate functional and physical interfaces among vehicle subsystems.
  • Conduct and review analyses, modeling, and simulations to validate subsystem performance and safety standards.
  • Engage with clients, suppliers, and internal teams to maintain program coherence.
  • Communicate subsystem design, requirements, and performance metrics effectively across various stakeholders.
  • Interpret program objectives to conduct trade studies and define system architectures and interfaces.
  • Prepare and present design reviews to validate design adequacy.

Required Qualifications:

  • Bachelor's degree in Mechanical or Aerospace Engineering (or a related STEM field).
  • A minimum of 6 years of relevant experience or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
  • Familiarity with the aircraft development process and aircraft subsystems.
  • Strong grasp of engineering principles.
  • Demonstrated ability to work independently and lead responsibilities effectively.
  • Excellent organizational and communication skills.

Preferred Qualifications:

  • Advanced degree in a relevant field.
  • Experience in leading aerospace system development from concept to production.
  • Knowledge of Federal Aviation Regulations (FARs) and certification processes, particularly Part 23.
  • Proficiency in CAD software (NX preferred) and mechanical systems analysis techniques.
  • Licensed pilot status is a plus.

About The Structures Company:

We are a leading staffing firm specializing in contract, contract-to-hire, and direct hire placements. Our clients rely on us for comprehensive support across various domains, including engineering, IT, production, maintenance, and support staff. Our specialized recruiting team is a key strength, enabling us to provide top-tier professionals to our clients. We proudly support numerous aerospace OEMs and tier 1 suppliers nationwide.

Equal Opportunity Employer: The Structures Company LLC is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity Employer.