Ariyana O'Bryan

The aerospace and defense industry operates in a highly specialized environment where precision, safety, and technical expertise are essential. Companies face increasing pressure to find skilled professionals who can meet strict performance, compliance, and engineering standards while keeping projects on schedule.

At The Structures Company, an aerospace and defense staffing agency, our services are designed to help organizations overcome workforce challenges by delivering highly qualified talent tailored to your operational needs.

How Our Services Help Your Organization

Our staffing solutions connect aerospace and defense companies with skilled professionals across key specialties, including engineering, IT, production, maintenance and repair, and technical support roles, helping streamline your hiring process and support mission success.

Reducing Hiring Time and Workforce Risk

Recruiting for highly specialized positions can be time-consuming and costly. Our screening and evaluation process helps reduce hiring risk by verifying skills, certifications, and experience levels before candidate placement.

We also understand the importance of compliance in aerospace and defense environments. When security clearances, regulatory standards, or quality certifications are required, we work to help ensure candidates meet the necessary qualifications.

Supporting Innovation and Operational Growth

As the aerospace and defense sector continues advancing with new technologies such as autonomous systems, space exploration, and modernized defense platforms, workforce flexibility is essential.

Our staffing services help companies scale their teams efficiently during peak production cycles or long-term development programs without sacrificing quality or reliability.

Workforce Partnerships Built for Long-Term Success

We focus on more than filling open positions. Our goal is to build lasting workforce partnerships that support your operational needs, workforce goals, and project timelines across all roles and specialties.

By understanding your hiring requirements and operational objectives, we help improve employee retention and reduce recruitment costs while maintaining a strong pipeline of skilled talent.

Build Your Future Workforce Today

If you are looking to strengthen your engineering, manufacturing, or technical operations teams, partnering with The Structures Company can help you find the specialized talent you need to stay competitive in a demanding industry. Contact us today to learn how our aerospace and defense staffing services can support your organization’s growth and long-term success.

For media inquiries, please contact: info@thestructurescompany.com

About The Structures Company

The Structures Company is a leading national aerospace and defense staffing agency specializing in contract, contract-to-hire, and direct-hire placements. Our clients rely on us for comprehensive workforce support across multiple domains, including engineering, IT, production, maintenance and repair, and technical support roles.

Our specialized recruiting team is one of our greatest strengths, allowing us to provide high-quality talent solutions while delivering industry-leading customer service. We help identify opportunities that best fit candidates’ skills and career interests.

We support numerous aerospace OEMs and tier-1 suppliers across the United States. The Structures Company LLC is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity Employer (AA/EOE).

The Structures Company, a leading aerospace and defense staffing agency, proudly announces the appointment of Jessica Johnson as Chief Operating Officer.

Jessica is a nationally recognized staffing industry leader known for driving operational excellence, revenue growth, and strategic expansion. Twice named to the Global Power 150 Women in Staffing (2020, 2021) by Staffing Industry Analysts, she has managed multimillion-dollar portfolios and transformed national accounts into global partnerships across aerospace, engineering, and technology sectors.

Throughout her career, Jessica has led high-performing teams, launched growth initiatives including a Minority-Owned Business Enterprise, and consistently delivered measurable performance improvements in fast-paced staffing environments.

As COO, she will oversee operations, scale strategic initiatives, and strengthen service delivery nationwide, supporting The Structures Company’s continued growth in the aerospace and defense market.

Her appointment marks an exciting new chapter as the company expands its impact and deepens partnerships across the industry.

For media inquiries, please contact: info@thestructurescompany.com

About The Structures Company

The Structures Company is a leading national aerospace and defense staffing agency specializing in contract, contract-to-hire, and direct-hire placements. Our clients rely on us for comprehensive support across various domains, including engineering, IT, production, maintenance and repair, and support staff.

Our specialized recruiting team is one of our biggest strengths, making us a top provider of talented professionals to our clients. We help identify the opportunities that best fit candidates’ interests while providing industry-leading customer service. We support many aerospace OEMs and tier 1 suppliers across the United States. The Structures Company LLC is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity Employer (AA/EOE).

The aerospace and defense industry is evolving faster than ever. Between technological breakthroughs, regulatory shifts, and global expansion, 2026 promises new challenges with unprecedented opportunities for companies and talent alike.

Where the Industry is Heading

• Next-Gen Aircraft & Propulsion: Electric, hybrid, and more fuel-efficient aircraft are reshaping aviation. Engineers, mechanics, and technicians with expertise in these emerging systems are in high demand.
• Defense Modernization: Advanced radar, communications, and autonomous defense systems are driving innovation, requiring highly skilled engineers and software developers.
• Space Operations: Satellite constellations, launch programs, and space exploration initiatives are creating a surge in demand for propulsion specialists, systems engineers, and technicians.
• Digital & Connected Systems: Cybersecurity, AI, and integrated software systems are critical. Professionals who can merge aerospace knowledge with advanced IT and software skills are invaluable.

What This Means for Talent

In 2026, the right workforce is the key to program success. Companies need engineers, mechanics, technicians, software specialists, and other highly skilled professionals—and connecting with the right talent is more important than ever.

How The Structures Company Helps

At The Structures Company, we connect aerospace and defense companies with the specialized talent they need. We identify, screen, and place professionals across a wide range of roles who are ready to contribute from day one. By matching the right candidates to the right positions, we help companies scale efficiently, reduce hiring risk, and ensure programs stay on track.

The Takeaway

As the industry innovates, so must your approach to talent. The right people in the right roles can accelerate growth, improve program outcomes, and keep your organization ahead of the curve in 2026 and beyond.

For media inquiries, please contact: info@thestructurescompany.com

About The Structures Company

The Structures Company is a leading national aerospace and defense staffing agency specializing in contract, contract-to-hire, and direct-hire placements. Our clients rely on us for comprehensive support across various domains, including engineering, IT, production, maintenance and repair, and support staff.

Our specialized recruiting team is one of our biggest strengths, making us a top provider of talented professionals to our clients. We help identify the opportunities that best fit candidates’ interests while providing industry-leading customer service. We support many aerospace OEMs and tier 1 suppliers across the United States. The Structures Company LLC is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity Employer (AA/EOE).

As 2025 comes to a close, everyone at The Structures Company wants to express our gratitude to our clients, candidates, and partners who have made this year remarkable. Your trust and collaboration are what drive our success in connecting top-tier talent with leading aerospace and defense companies.

This holiday season, we hope you find time to relax, celebrate, and enjoy the company of family and friends. Whether reflecting on the successes of the past year or looking ahead to new opportunities in 2026, we wish you health, happiness, and prosperity.

From all of us at The Structures Company, thank you for being part of our journey. We look forward to continuing to provide exceptional staffing solutions for the aerospace and defense industry—helping organizations find the talent they need and supporting candidates in reaching their next great opportunity in the year ahead.

Happy Holidays and a Happy New Year!

For media inquiries, please contact: info@thestructurescompany.com

About The Structures Company

The Structures Company is a leading national aerospace and defense staffing agency specializing in contract, contract-to-hire, and direct-hire placements. Our clients rely on us for comprehensive support across various domains, including engineering, IT, production, maintenance and repair, and support staff.

Our specialized recruiting team is one of our biggest strengths, making us a top provider of talented professionals to our clients. We help identify the opportunities that best fit candidates’ interests while providing industry-leading customer service. We support many aerospace OEMs and tier 1 suppliers across the United States. The Structures Company LLC is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity Employer (AA/EOE).

At The Structures Company, Thanksgiving is a time to reflect on the people who make aerospace and defense possible. From engineers designing cutting-edge aircraft to mechanics ensuring planes are mission-ready, every role in this industry matters.

This year, we’ve seen incredible growth and new opportunities across the aerospace and defense industry. None of it would be possible without the talent and dedication of the individuals we have the privilege to support—and the clients who trust us to find the right people for their teams.

To Our Contractors
Your expertise, adaptability, and commitment keep aerospace and defense moving. The long hours you put in—whether developing new systems or maintaining aircraft—make a tangible impact on the industry every day.

To Our Clients
Your trust and collaboration allow us to connect top talent with high-impact programs. Thank you for partnering with us to push aerospace and defense innovation forward.

To Our Internal Team
Behind every placement and project success is our internal team—recruiters, coordinators, and operations staff—whose hard work ensures the right people meet the right opportunities.

As we look ahead, we remain committed to supporting the people driving aerospace and defense innovation. From sustainable aviation to space exploration, the future is full of exciting challenges—and we’re here to help the talent that makes it all possible.

From our team to yours, we wish you a happy and fulfilling Thanksgiving.

For media inquiries, please contact: info@thestructurescompany.com

About The Structures Company

The Structures Company is a leading national aerospace and defense staffing agency specializing in contract, contract-to-hire, and direct-hire placements. Our clients rely on us for comprehensive support across various domains, including engineering, IT, production, maintenance and repair, and support staff. Our specialized recruiting team is one of our biggest strengths, making us a top provider of talented professionals to our clients. We help identify the opportunities that best fit candidates’ interests while providing industry-leading customer service. We support many aerospace OEMs and tier 1 suppliers across the United States. The Structures Company LLC is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity Employer (AA/EOE).

In the fast-paced world of aerospace and defense, technical expertise has always been the foundation of success. Engineers are expected to master complex systems, precision manufacturing, and advanced technologies. But today, that’s only part of the equation.

As teams become more collaborative and projects more integrated, soft skills have become just as essential as technical know-how. At The Structures Company, a leading aerospace and defense staffing agency, we’ve seen firsthand how engineers who blend technical excellence with strong interpersonal skills deliver greater impact for our clients—and stand out in their careers.

The Evolving Nature of Aerospace Careers

The modern aerospace industry thrives on teamwork. Engineers, technicians, and program managers must collaborate across multiple disciplines and often multiple locations. Whether it’s designing next-generation aircraft systems or supporting defense technology programs, communication and collaboration are crucial.

Employers are looking beyond resumes filled with certifications and experience—they want professionals who can lead, problem-solve, and adapt in dynamic environments.

Top Soft Skills That Set Aerospace Engineers Apart

Communication

Clear, precise communication prevents costly misunderstandings and keeps projects running smoothly. Engineers who can effectively share technical details with teammates and stakeholders are invaluable in today’s fast-moving programs.

Teamwork & Collaboration

Aerospace projects require the seamless integration of mechanical, electrical, and systems engineering. Professionals who collaborate well across disciplines drive innovation and efficiency.

Adaptability

Emerging technologies such as AI, automation, and additive manufacturing are rapidly reshaping the industry. Engineers who can adapt and embrace change stay competitive in an evolving job market.

Problem-Solving & Critical Thinking

Aerospace programs often face high-pressure challenges. The ability to analyze problems, think strategically, and develop creative solutions is what separates good engineers from great ones.

Leadership

Leadership goes beyond job titles—it’s about taking initiative, setting an example, and driving projects forward. Strong leaders build trust, navigate challenges effectively, and inspire teams to perform at their best—essential qualities in high-stakes aerospace and defense environments.

The Bottom Line

In aerospace and defense, technical skills may get your foot in the door—but soft skills help you soar. Professionals who can communicate, collaborate, and lead are the ones who shape the future of flight and defense innovation.

At The Structures Company, we connect top aerospace and defense talent with leading organizations nationwide. Whether you’re seeking your next opportunity or looking to strengthen your team, our mission is to match the right people with the right roles—combining technical expertise and the human skills that drive success.

For media inquiries, please contact: info@thestructurescompany.com

About The Structures Company

The Structures Company is a leading national aerospace and defense staffing agency specializing in contract, contract-to-hire, and direct-hire placements. Our clients rely on us for comprehensive support across various domains, including engineering, IT, production, maintenance and repair, and support staff. Our specialized recruiting team is one of our biggest strengths, making us a top provider of talented professionals to our clients. We help identify the opportunities that best fit candidates’ interests while providing industry-leading customer service. We support many aerospace OEMs and tier 1 suppliers across the United States. The Structures Company LLC is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity Employer (AA/EOE).