Structural Engineer

Job Description

Launch Your Engineering Career to New Heights: Structural Engineer Needed in Aerospace Innovation

PDS Tech Commercial is seeking a Structural Engineer to join a high-impact aerospace program based in Chandler, AZ. This is a unique full-time, contract (6 months) opportunity to work on next-generation launch vehicles, supporting structural innovation from the ground up.

About the Role

As a Structural Engineer, you will be part of a multidisciplinary team of analysts, design engineers, and program managers working on cutting-edge aerospace technologies. Your expertise will directly contribute to the performance, safety, and advancement of flight systems that shape the future of space and defense.

This position requires a security clearance, and candidates are required to be U.S. Citizens.

Key Responsibilities

Conduct structural analysis using hand calculations and Finite Element Analysis (FEA) methods (linear and non-linear)

Support design iterations and manufacturing through structural troubleshooting

Communicate analysis results to project stakeholders, management, and customers

Author and maintain technical reports and documentation

Collaborate with loads, dynamics, thermal, aero, and test teams to ensure integration success

Develop and implement test procedures for metallic and composite materials

Assist in defining structural design solutions for high-temperature environments

Position Details

Location: Chandler, AZ 85286

Job Type: Full-time Consultant (6 Months, Contract-to-Hire Potential)

Schedule: Monday–Friday, First Shift (9x80 A Schedule)

Pay Range: 50.72 – 63.40 per hour

Required Qualifications

Bachelor's degree in a STEM discipline with 10–14 years of relevant experience

Proficiency in at least one of the following tools: Femap, NASTRAN, NASGRO, Abaqus, MathCAD, NX, or Teamcenter

Strong problem-solving and structural analysis capabilities

Hands-on experience with Ground Support Equipment (GSE) design and analysis

Ability to apply fundamental structural engineering methods in real-world scenarios

Preferred Qualifications

Master’s or PhD in a STEM field with 8–10 years of structural engineering experience

Familiarity with fatigue and fracture mechanics, including Fracture Control Plans

Experience in composite structural analysis (carbon and ceramic materials)

Knowledge of high-temperature materials and testing for hypersonic applications

Why Join Us?

At PDS Tech Commercial, you won’t just work on aerospace systems—you’ll help shape them. Join a company that values technical excellence, innovation, and integrity. We offer:

A dynamic, engineering-driven culture

Opportunities for contract-to-hire roles with industry leaders

Competitive pay and full-time contractor benefits

Work on programs that make a national and global impact

Take Off with Us

Pay Details: 50.72 to 63.40 per hour

Benefit offerings available for our associates include medical, dental, vision, life insurance, short-term disability, additional voluntary benefits, EAP program, commuter 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 where applicable.

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

The California Fair Chance Act

Los Angeles City Fair Chance Ordinance

Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance for Employers

San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance

Company Description

Since 1977, the PDS family of companies has become among the largest and most respected staffing companies in the United States. A vital part of the PDS family, PDS Tech Commercial connects highly skilled employees with Fortune 500 clients’ needs for project support such as contingent labor, statement of work/offload engineering projects, and permanent placements.

PDS Tech Commercial has staffing partnerships with leading organizations based in the United States and globally. We hire jobseekers daily for openings across skill categories, including Engineering, IT, Business Professional, Administrative, Accounting/Finance, Skilled Trades and Industrial.

We offer eligible associates an ala carte benefits package, that can include direct deposit, free career counseling, 401(k), select paid holidays, short-term disability insurance, skills training, employee referral bonuses, and an affordable medical coverage plan.

Now part of The Adecco Group, our shared synergies combined with the investment Adecco continues to make in PDS offers significant advantages to both clients and associates alike. We share Adecco’s dedication to unlocking our Associates’ potential by unleashing the Future@Work and to the importance of human and labor rights, diversity and inclusion, environmental responsibility, and more.

Full-time