Design Engineering Manager Mattaponi , VA 23110

Posted:

07/08/2026

Job Number:

SzBia3MyMTVTNmFNZ1FKOFNrV1UwZz09

Pay Rate:

120000-200000

Yearly USD Job Code:

JPC - 16897

Job Description

JOB TITLE

Design Engineering Manager

LOCATION

Mattaponi, VA

PAY RATE

$120K - 200K/year 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 (Full Time)

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 (U.S. citizen, lawful permanent resident, or protected individual) 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:

Leads the design engineering team in the development of mechanical, structural, and integrated product designs. Provides technical oversight and guidance throughout concept development, detailed design, prototyping, testing, and production release. Ensures engineering solutions meet customer requirements, performance objectives, safety standards, and regulatory requirements. Drives design reviews and technical decision-making processes for engineering projects. Evaluates and approves technical approaches, trade studies, and design solutions. Ensures Design for Manufacturability (DFM), Design for Assembly (DFA), and Design for Testability (DFT) principles are incorporated into designs. Supports new product development efforts from initial concept through production transition. Partners with Structural Analysis, Manufacturing, Quality, and Program teams to optimize product performance and producibility. Supports prototype development, testing, and product qualification activities. Identifies technical risks and develops mitigation plans for engineering programs.

Requirements:

Must be a U.S. Person (as defined by ITAR). Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering, Aerospace Engineering, or related discipline. 8+ years of design engineering experience. 3+ years of engineering leadership or management experience. Strong CAD experience (SolidWorks, CATIA, Creo, NX, or similar). Experience leading multidisciplinary engineering teams for product development. Experience supporting products through development and production release. Aerospace, defense, advanced manufacturing, robotics, or complex engineered product experience strongly preferred. Experience with Design for Manufacturability (DFM), Design for Assembly (DFA), and Design for Testability (DFT) principles. Experience planning and allocating engineering resources across multiple programs.

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 leading aerospace and defense OEMs and Tier 1 suppliers, we connect professionals with career opportunities to grow and excel in aviation, aerospace, and defense.

Eligibility Requirements:

Must be a U.S. Person (U.S. citizen, lawful permanent resident, or protected individual under 8 U.S.C. § 1324b(a)(3)) to comply with ITAR regulations.

Keywords:

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