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About Cogent Infotech

For over 22 years, Cogent Infotech has been an equal opportunity employer that thrives on and celebrates diversity and inclusivity. Our policy reflects and affirms the Company's commitment to the principles of fair employment and the elimination of all discriminatory practices.

We value our employees' individuality, experience, expertise, and opinions in championing a culture of change and innovation. At Cogent Infotech, you will work with several Fortune 500 clients, government organizations, and system integrators, and put your skills to use in projects that matter.

Structural Design Engineer
Location: Wichita, KS
Employment Type: 6+ months Contract
Department: Aerospace
Reporting To: Hiring Manager

About Cogent Infotech
At Cogent Infotech, we believe in creating opportunities that empower individuals and transform organizations. With over 21 years of excellence in consulting and talent solutions, we pride ourselves on building inclusive workplaces and driving innovation in everything we do. Our diverse teams bring unique perspectives to help deliver cutting-edge solutions to global clients across both public and private sectors.

Position Summary
The Structural Design Engineer will apply engineering and physical science principles to design, and evaluate aircraft structures for performance, manufacturability, cost efficiency, and regulatory compliance. The role focuses on primary and secondary structures, payloads, and fuselage components, requiring proficiency in metallic design, CATIA, and ENOVIA. Candidates should have recent commercial aircraft structures experience within the last 10 years, including aerospace structures, product development, and new design work. Experience with commercial OEMs is preferred, and a minimum of a bachelor's degree in engineering is required.

Key Responsibilities

• Apply knowledge of engineering and physical science principles, materials, and tools in a collaborative environment to develop, integrate, document and evaluate flight vehicle structure designs for performance, functional adequacy, cost effectiveness, manufacturability, and compliance with customer and regulatory requirements.
• Areas of expertise may include primary and secondary structure design, payloads design, weights, and lofting.

Required Qualifications and Skills

• Metallic design. , Proficient with using CATIA and design processes.
• ENOVIA experience
• Experience working on program / fuselage structures.
• Recent commercial structures experience (in the last 10 years) with primary structures experience
• Applicants with engineering degrees are strongly preferred over a drafter/tech product designer
• Aero structures, product development and new design.
• Commercial OEM experience.
• Must have a minimum of a bachelor's degree.

Core Competencies

• Proactive and resourceful with a problem-solving attitude.
• Comfortable navigating ambiguity and fast-changing threat landscapes.
• Strong communicator who values clarity and teamwork.
• Detail-oriented without losing sight of broader security goals.
• Growth mindset with commitment to continuous learning.
• Resilient and adaptable in high-pressure environments.

Compensation & Benefits

• Competitive salary based on experience.
• Health, dental, and vision insurance.
• Performance-based bonuses and recognition programs.

Equal Opportunity & Inclusion Statement
Cogent Infotech is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment where everyone feels welcome and valued. We encourage applications from individuals of all backgrounds, identities, abilities, and experiences. If you're excited about this role but don't meet every requirement, we still encourage you to apply

Application Process
Please submit your resume and a short cover letter through our online portal. Our process includes an initial resume review, a virtual interview, and a short technical assessment. If you need accommodations, feel free to inform us-we are happy to assist.

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