Mechanical Engineer

•HYBRID Littleton , CO 80121

Posted:

10/23/2026

Industry:

Aerospace, Engineering Job Number:

QjNaUlU4KzNlZUEzM3lVTTl2UFJzUT09

Pay Rate:

65

Hourly USD Job Code:

JPC

•17814 Job Description

JOB TITLE

Mechanical Engineer

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HYBRID LOCATION

(HYBRID) Littleton, CO

PAY RATE

$65/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 (7 months with potential for extension)

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.

Shift:

5/40-1st Shift.

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:

Focuses on Satellite Bus Structures Design. Updates 3D CAD models of spacecraft structures using PTC Creo Parametric. Creates and releases engineering drawings using GD&T principles. Creates and releases annotated 3D models using GD&T principles. Manages engineering drawing releases through a Product Data Management System. Interprets engineering design drawings for mechanical design work. Applies mechanical engineering fundamentals including structures, mechanisms, materials, and analysis. Uses engineering CAD tools such as Creo and SolidWorks with model-based product definition. Applies Geometric Dimensioning and Tolerancing per

ASME Y14.5.

Uses Engineering Product Data Management (EPDM) for engineering data product release.

Requirements:

Must be a U.S. Person (as defined by ITAR). Bachelor's degree or higher from an accredited college in a related discipline, or equivalent combination of experience and education. 5 or more years of relevant professional experience in structural design. Mechanical design knowledge and experience interpreting engineering design drawings. Knowledge of engineering CAD tools such as Creo or SolidWorks and model-based product definition. Understanding of mechanical engineering fundamentals including structures, mechanisms, materials, and analysis. Experience applying Geometric Dimensioning and Tolerancing (GD&T) and

ASME Y14.5.

Experience with engineering data product release processes within an Engineering Product Data Management (EPDM) system.

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:

aerospace, aviation, engineering, maintenance, aircraft design, defense Take your career to new heights—apply today! Meet Your Recruiter Gus Sanchez Gus Sanchez leads Strategic Defense Talent Solutions, bringing more than 15 years of experience in the Aerospace & Defense industry. As a strategic partner to our clients, he develops tailored talent solutions that support critical programs, improve workforce efficiency, and meet evolving business needs. With deep expertise in recruiting strategy and the defense sector, Gus stays ahead of industry trends, emerging technologies, and changing talent demands. He holds a B.S. in Aeronautics from Embry-Riddle Aeronautical University and is a U.S. Coast Guard veteran. 314-276-2669 gus.sanchez@thestructurescompany.com Connect on

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