Aircraft Stress Engineer

Job Description

The Aircraft Stress Engineer will perform structural analyses on aircraft primary and secondary structures, using a mix of classical methods and finite-element modeling, considering all relevant failure modes to meet aircraft airworthiness requirements. Tasking includes design support and structural liaison.

Essential Functions:

• Predict internal stresses and structural instabilities in aircraft structure
• Generate free-body diagrams of structural load paths
• Determine reaction forces, calculate internal loads, and develop shear and moment diagrams
• Document and report analysis results
• Coordinate with Mechanical Design team to help develop structural load paths, and size structural dimensions and features
• Review and approve structural engineering drawings as part of the release process
• Automate repetitive analytical tasks
• Work in a collaborative team environment, as a member of the larger Flight Sciences team, and across all disciplines within an integrated project team

Skills and Requirements

• BSME or BSAE required at a minimum; graduate degree (MSME, MSAE) is a plus
• Understanding of fundamentals of Stress Analysis and Material Science
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office, and have general computer knowledge
• Must be able to obtain a SECRET security clearance (current active clearance not required, need ability to obtain a clearance)
• Must be able to work any shift, weekends, and overtime as required
• Must be able to travel as necessary
• Experience in MATLAB or Mathcad
• Experience automating repetitive analysis tasks using VBA, MATLAB, Python, or other languages
• Familiarity with aircraft structures and load paths
• Experience with FAA and/or Military Airworthiness requirements

We are a company committed to creating diverse and inclusive environments where people can bring their full, authentic selves to work every day. We are an equal employment opportunity/affirmative action employer that believes everyone matters. Qualified candidates will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, ethnicity, religion, sex (including pregnancy), sexual orientation, gender identity and expression, marital status, national origin, ancestry, genetic factors, age, disability, protected veteran status, military or uniformed service member status, or any other status or characteristic protected by applicable laws, regulations, and ordinances. If you need assistance and/or a reasonable accommodation due to a disability during the application or the recruiting process, please send a request to [email protected].