Sr Advanced Electrical Engineer

JOB TITLE: Sr Advanced Electrical Engineer LOCATION: Phoenix, AZ PAY RATE: $ /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)

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: 1st shift, 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM.

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

Architects, develops, and tests PLC programs for new and existing equipment. Writes code using an object-oriented approach with function blocks or add-on instructions. Architects and writes PLC code from scratch. Troubleshoots electrical and mechanical control systems. Defines controls system requirements and develops detailed functional specifications. Maintains and modifies existing LabVIEW systems for evolving customer needs. Leads implementation and testing of new systems including code, electrical, and mechanical troubleshooting. Uses LabVIEW, VeriStand, Python, and .NET for control system development. Uses PLC platforms including Emerson, Allen-Bradley, and Phoenix Contact. Uses common test equipment such as DAQs, sensors, oscilloscopes, multimeters, pressure scanners, and DEWEsoft.

Requirements

• Must be a U.S. Person (as defined by ITAR).
• BS/MS in Mechanical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Automation Engineering, Control Systems Engineering, Computer Engineering, or related field.
• 6+ years of PLC programming experience with multiple hardware platforms including Emerson, Allen-Bradley, and Phoenix Contact.
• Ability to write code using an object-oriented approach utilizing function blocks or add-on instructions.
• Experience architecting and writing code from scratch.
• Experience troubleshooting electrical and mechanical control systems.
• 6+ years of experience with LabVIEW, VeriStand, Python, and .NET.
• Knowledge of software configuration tools such as Git or TeamCenter.
• Experience using SQL to structure and query databases.
• Experience with common test equipment such as DAQs, sensors, oscilloscopes, multimeters, pressure scanners, and DEWEsoft.

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