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Travel Rfic Design Engineer Jobs in Sterling, VA

Electra

Airframe Design Engineer

Manassas, VA

$92K - $112K/yr

... regional travel that gets people from where they are to where they want to go, without the ... The Role Electra is seeking a Airframe Design Engineer to help the design, integration, and ...

CACI

Senior Digital Design Engineer

Herndon, VA · On-site

$105K - $231K/yr

Up to 10% Type of Travel: Local * * * The Opportunity: CACI is seeking a Senior Digital Design Engineer to join our dynamic hardware engineering team in Rochester, NY. In this role you will be ...

KBR

Senior Mechanical Design Engineer

Washington, DC · On-site

$150K - $190K/yr

Senior Mechanical Design Engineer Belong. Connect. Grow. with KBR! KBR's National Security ... Travel Requirements: 5-10% * Working Hours: Standard Basic Compensation: $150,000 - $190,000 USD ...

DSI Tech

AV Design Engineer

Ashburn, VA · On-site

$80K - $120K/yr

Job Summary We are seeking an experienced Audio-Visual Design Engineer to join our dynamic Audio ... Ashburn, VA Travel: Up to 50% annually Candidates willing to relocate will be considered.

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As of Sep 10, 2026, the average hourly pay for travel rfic design engineer in Sterling, VA is $50.20, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $38.80 and $61.20 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is the difference between Travel Rfic Design Engineer vs RF Design Engineer?

AspectTravel Rfic Design EngineerRF Design Engineer
CredentialsBachelor's in Electrical Engineering, certifications in RF or wireless technologyBachelor's or higher in Electrical Engineering, certifications in RF or wireless systems
Work EnvironmentFieldwork, traveling to sites, on-site testingOffice-based, lab work, design and testing in controlled environments
Industry UsageTelecom, wireless service providers, network deploymentTelecom, wireless device manufacturing, network infrastructure
Search & ComparisonOften compared for field deployment rolesMore focused on design and development

The Travel Rfic Design Engineer primarily focuses on deploying and testing RF systems in the field, often traveling to various sites. In contrast, the RF Design Engineer concentrates on designing RF components and systems in office or lab settings. Both roles require similar technical credentials but differ mainly in work environment and application focus.

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Airframe Design Engineer

Manassas, VA

Electra
11 - 50 employees
Learn more about Electraexternal

$92K - $112K/yr

Full-time

Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Retirement, PTO

Re-posted 18 days ago

Key responsibilities

  • Support the design and development of primary and secondary airframe structures, including fuselage, wing, empennage, and landing gear integration.

  • Assist with structural design tasks from concept through detailed design and into certification, ensuring compliance with performance, manufacturability, and safety requirements.

  • Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams and work with structural requirements, material selections, and design criteria to ensure integrated and optimized structural solutions.

Job description

About Electra

At Electra, we're building the EL9 — a nine-passenger, hybrid-electric aircraft that takes off and lands in 150 feet. Our Ultra Short technology unlocks thousands of new operating locations and enables what we call Direct Aviation: quiet, point-to-point regional travel that gets people from where they are to where they want to go, without the congestion of major airports or the noise of conventional aviation.

A global company, headquartered in Manassas, VA, Electra is backed by Lockheed Martin, Honeywell, and Safran, has filed for FAA Part 23 type certification, and carries 2,000+ intent to purchase from operators worldwide. We're a team of ~100 people moving fast toward first EL9 test flights in 2027 and certification by late 2029 or 2030. Every hire matters at this stage — and this role is no exception.

The Role

Electra is seeking a Airframe Design Engineer to help the design, integration, and development of primary and secondary structures for our nine-passenger EL9 hybrid-electric aircraft.

In this role, you will support major structural design deliverables, collaborate deeply with multidisciplinary teams, and help ensure the aircraft's structures meet performance, safety, manufacturability, and certification goals. This position is ideal for an experienced engineer ready to contribute at a high level while influencing design decisions across multiple aircraft systems.

This role is based at our Manassas, VA headquarters, with on-site presence strongly preferred, and includes occasional travel (under 10%).

What You'll Do

  • Support the design and development of primary and secondary airframe structures, including fuselage, wing, empennage, and landing gear integration.
  • Assist with structural design tasks from concept through detailed design and into certification, ensuring compliance with performance, manufacturability, maintainability, and safety requirements.
  • Work with structural requirements, material selections, and design criteria in support of applicable airworthiness regulations.
  • Collaborate with aerodynamics, propulsion, systems, manufacturing, stress, and certification teams to ensure integrated and optimized structural solutions.
  • Produce high-quality design documentation, including 3D CAD models, engineering drawings, ICDs, and supporting design reports
  • Execute trade studies evaluating materials, configurations, manufacturing approaches, and integration options to balance weight, cost, and performance
  • Support structural analysis activities by working closely with stress engineers on static, dynamic, and fatigue considerations
  • Participate in design reviews and provide technical mentorship to early-career engineers
  • Work with suppliers on manufacturability, design-for-production, and technical issue resolution
  • Contribute to continuous improvement in Electra's structural design methods, tools, and development processes
  • Stay informed on emerging technologies, advanced materials, and evolving FAA certification requirements for new aircraft types
  • Support CAD admin duties such as tool and process development for designers

What You Bring

  • Bachelor's degree in Aerospace Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, or related field; Master's degree preferred
  • 2+ years of experience in aircraft structural or airframe design, integration, and development (or equivalent combination of education and experience)
  • Strong understanding of airframe structural design for both metallic and composite components
  • Demonstrated experience across conceptual, preliminary, and detailed design phases
  • Proficiency with 3D CAD tools (preferably Siemens NX or CATIA V5/V6)
  • Familiarity with FAA Part 23 or Part 25 structural certification requirements
  • Working knowledge of loads, stress, and fatigue principles and their influence on design decisions
  • Experience creating aerospace engineering drawings, design documentation, and configuration-controlled deliverables
  • Strong communication and collaboration skills for effective cross-functional teamwork
  • Ability to manage design tasks, priorities, and deadlines in a fast-paced development environment

Bonus Points

  • Experience with hybrid-electric, eSTOL/eVTOL, or other advanced aircraft development programs
  • Familiarity with composite manufacturing processes such as AFP, infusion, or hand layup
  • Experience with FEM tools (NASTRAN, FEMAP, HyperMesh)
  • Background in weight optimization, design-for-manufacturability, or design-to-cost
  • Knowledge of requirements management or PLM tools (JAMA, Teamcenter, etc.)
  • Experience coordinating with suppliers on design, fabrication, or integration activities
  • Private pilot license or a strong passion for aviation

This range reflects the anticipated hiring range across all eligible locations; actual compensation is determined based on your relevant experience, skills, and geographic location. Total compensation includes performance bonus and comprehensive benefits.

Compensation Range
$92,000—$112,000 USD

What We Offer

  • Competitive salary and equity
  • Medical, dental, and vision insurance; STD, LTD, and life insurance
  • Generous PTO, sick leave, and company holidays
  • Paid winter break
  • 401(k) with immediate vesting
  • Free catered lunches, coffee, snacks, and drinks at our Manassas headquarters
  • Free on-site parking

Electra is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law. This position may be subject to ITAR requirements.