Structural Engineer

  • PDS Tech
  • Dulles, Virginia
  • Full Time
Structural Engineer

Location

Dulles, Virginia

Job type

ContractTemporary

Salary

$ 52.04 - $ 65.24 Hour

Category

AviationAerospace - Engineer

Build the Future of Spaceflight: Structural Engineer | Aerospace Industry | $52-$65hr | 6-12 Month Contract

Location: Dulles, VA 20166

Schedule: Monday-Friday | 9x80 Flex Schedule

Job Type: Full-time | 6-12 Month Consultant Role

Pay Rate: $52.04 - $65.24hr mensurate with experience)

This position requires use of information or access to facilities subject to the International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR) andor Export Administration Regulations (EAR). These regulations may limit access of controlled technologies: 1) to U.S. Persons, including U.S. Citizens, lawful permanent residents, and other narrow categories including refugees and asylees, or 2) to certain foreign nationals that have received an export license.

Shape Tomorrow's Aerospace Systems Today

PDS Tech Commercial is seeking a highly motivated Structural Engineer to support advanced aerospace programs. In this role, you'll work on the mechanical and structural analysis ofplex spacecraft systems, directly contributing to the success of missions in space, defense, and aviation.

Key Responsibilities

Perform static and dynamic structural analysis on spacecraft systems or subsystems.

Review materials and structural system requirements, selecting suitable technical approaches.

engineering principles to develop and verify design characteristics.

Release technical documentation following internal review procedures.

Collaborate with technical teams to coordinate and conduct test programs.

Analyze design performance, rmend improvements, and support hardware evaluation.

Drive innovation by refining structural concepts and solving design challenges.

Required Qualifications

Bachelor's degree in STEM (Mechanical Engineering or Structural focus preferred).

Minimum 5 years of experience, or 3 years with a Master's degree.

Proficient in mechanical analysis tools such as NX FEMAPNASTRAN (or equivalent).

Solid foundation in structural engineering for aerospace applications.

Preferred Qualifications

Experience with spacecraft or subsystem staticdynamic testing.

Proficiency in MATLAB for modeling and analysis.

Familiarity with engineering documentation processes and structuralpliance standards.

Why Join PDS Tech Commercial?

At PDS Tech Commercial, we connect high-performing engineering professionals with groundbreaking aerospace programs. Our consultants work on projects that influence national defense, space exploration, and advanced technology systems. We offer:

Competitivepensation.

Flexible scheduling with industry-leading clients.

A collaborative environment w innovation and precision are valued.

Exposure to challenging, high-impact work that shapes the future of aerospace.

Take the Next Step in Your Engineering Career

If you're ready to your structural expertise to projects that matter, we want to hear from you.

today to be a Structural Engineer with PDS Tech Commercial.

Pay Details: $52.04 to $65.24 per hour

Benefit offerings available for our associates include medical, dental, vision, life insurance, short-term disability, additional voluntary benefits, EAP program,muter benefits and a 401K plan. Our benefit offerings provide employees the flexibility to choose the type of coverage that meets their individual needs. In addition, our associates may be eligible for paid leave including Paid Sick Leave or any other paid leave required by Federal, State, or local law, as well as Holiday pay w applicable.

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The Company will consider qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records in accordance with federal, state, and local laws andor security clearance requirements, including, as applicable:

The California Fair Chance Act

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Job ID: 476355553
Originally Posted on: 5/9/2025

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