F&DT Stress Engineer

This position supports the development of aircraft structures as a Fatigue and Damage Tolerance analyst.  Duties include performing fatigue and damage tolerance analyses for metallic parts.  Methods include the use of both classical hand calculations and computer techniques to develop high strength to weight ratio structures.

Responsibilities:

• Perform durability and damage tolerance analyses to verify that structural integrity requirements have been met.
• Team assignments may include detail part sizing, layout maturation, trade study analysis, weight reduction efforts, certification activity, or in-service support.
• Document analyses in support of trade studies or detail drawing sign-out for airframe structure.  Contact customers, suppliers, and/or subcontractors to exchange technical data and to discuss project performance.
• Position requires in-depth knowledge of classical and numerical (Finite Element) stress analysis methods.
• Ability to establish the tasks required and how they should be completed. Capable of working independently.
• Ensure application of best practices and identifies the need for enhanced processes, methods, and tools.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor of Science (BS) Degree in Engineering (Aero, Civil, Mechanical) with a strong curriculum emphasis on structural design and analysis and mechanics of materials is required.  A master’s degree in engineering is a plus.
• Minimum 10 years total analysis experience in airframe design programs.
• At least 5 years of experience in F&DT or a master’s degree with emphasis on fracture Experience in airframe design, stress analysis, metallics, MRB, FAR/JAR/CS/Part 21, Certification, CATIA, NASTRAN, PATRAN and HYPERWORKS is desired.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite (Excel, Word, & PowerPoint) required.
• Proficiency with G-Suite (Docs, Sheets, Slides) a plus.
• Experience with Boeing Aircraft fleet support
• Specific experience on Boeing 737, would be seen as an asset.

Benefits:

• A professional and dynamic work setting
• Cutting edge industrial projects that will advance your career
• Health, Vision and Dental
• 401K match