Systems Engineer 3 - Architecting Requirements & Interfaces

JOB TITLE: Systems Engineer 3 – Architecting Requirements & Interfaces LOCATION: Everett, WA PAY RATE: $71.50/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) Shift: First (8:00 AM – 4:30 PM) 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: Lead and support requirements definition, decomposition, and allocation from aircraft-level to system and item-level Support development and maintenance of functional and logical airplane/system architecture Ensure Functional Hazard Assessments (FHA), Preliminary System Safety Assessments (PSSA), and Common Mode Analyses (CMA) align with safety objectives Guide item design and implementation, ensuring traceability to higher-level requirements Plan and execute verification and validation activities across the V-model (item verification, system integration & verification, aircraft-level verification) Support safety analyses (SSA, FMEA/FMES) and compliance with applicable aerospace/defense regulations (DO-178C, DO-254, ARP4754A, ARP4761) Collaborate with software and hardware engineering teams during design and testing phases Provide documentation and support for certification authorities (FAA/EASA) Participate in technical design reviews, audits, and interchange meetings Requirements: Bachelor’s degree in Systems Engineering, Aerospace Engineering, Electrical/Computer Engineering, or related technical field 5+ years of experience in the systems engineering lifecycle within aerospace, automotive, or complex system domains Hands-on experience with V-Diagram processes (requirements, design, implementation, verification, validation) Knowledge of safety assessments (FHA, PSSA, SSA, CMA, FMEA/FMES) Familiarity with certification frameworks (ARP4754A, ARP4761, DO-178C, DO-254) Strong analytical skills, technical writing, and ability to work in multidisciplinary teams Must be a U.S. Citizen (as defined by ITAR). Preferred Qualifications: Experience with requirements management tools (e.g., DOORS) Experience with system modeling (SysML/UML, Cameo, or equivalent) Test planning and execution across multiple integration levels Knowledge of aircraft design, development, and certification processes 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 Take your career to new heights—apply today!