JOB TITLE: Systems Integration Test Engineer - DEFENSE
LOCATION: Orlando, FL
PAY RATE: $87.50/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 (12 months with potential for extension)
Clearance: Active Secret clearance
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:
Provide vision, build strong relationships, energize teams, deliver results, coordinate roadmaps, and model excellence and accountability.
Manage HWIL development, software/hardware test, and integration efforts across multiple product lines with diverse technical and contractual requirements.
Direct development and sustainment of HWIL capabilities, including sensor modeling and closed-loop simulation.
Partner with internal R&D to define and implement next-generation HWIL capabilities supporting evolving mission needs.
Requirements:
Active Secret clearance
Bachelor s degree in Electrical or Software Engineering (or related field)
5+ years of professional experience
Proven leadership of large, multi-functional IPTs in HWIL or sensor test environments
Strong understanding of real-time HWIL integration, simulation, and digital modeling
Expertise in Systems Engineering processes and HWIL verification methodologies
Hands-on hardware testing experience in lab environments
Excellent communication, collaboration, and stakeholder engagement skills
Electrical and software troubleshooting
Electronic testing, hardware/software integration, systems integration
User acceptance testing, proposals, and technical reporting
Development program efforts and Cost Account Management (CAM)
RF subsystem design, integration, and test (Up/Down-conversion, attenuation, IR systems, projectors)
C++ integration of digital models into real-time closed-loop simulations
Simulation of Datalink, GPS, IMUs, and CAS
1 2 years writing proposals and reports
PPE required: hard-toed ESD shoes/boots and protective eyewear
Must be a U.S. Citizen (as defined by ITAR).
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
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