Aviation Structural Engineer

Summary

The Aviation Structural Engineer is responsible for structures engineering (research, analysis, planning, integration, and testing) for interior/exterior installations on aircraft. This position requires DoD Secret clearance, and will work remotely.

Responsibilities

• Approves drawings and documents to support modification and installation of structural and system components on aircraft
• Assists with planning and selection of equipment installation locations
• Develop cabin interior, systems, and structural modification/installation work instructions, procedures, and recommendations ensuring compliance with CFRs
• May assist in estimating, quoting, and planning in support of aircraft modifications
• Assist aircraft integration teams with structural planning and fit checks
• Participate in meeting project deadlines as part of a functioning team or as individually assigned in a fast-paced, progressive environment.
• Assist with acquisition and maintenance of company owned Supplemental Type Certificate(s) and approved designs
• Participate in preparing reports showing compliance with proper FAA regulations on all structural components by either analysis or test
• Assist in document compliance with the applicable regulations covering the structural strength, crash protection, interiors item retention, basic loads, weight balance, stress analysis, static test, dynamic test, fatigue analysis/assessment, and evaluation of the design to substantiate aircraft structure
• Perform Stress Analysis (software generated/hand-calculations) / generate structural reports in support of Field Approvals and Supplemental Type Certificate(s) acquisition.

What You Bring:

• Bachelor's Degree in Mechanical or Aerospace Engineering or equivalent experience
• Minimum of 8 years of experience in aerospace structural analysis, test, and design required
• FAA Designated Engineering Representative in Part 27/29 aircraft (including repairs) preferred
• Knowledge of installations, modifications, and structural configurations of aircraft components, fixtures, and associated equipment in accordance with blueprints, worksheets, and engineering drawings
• Familiar with fabrication and/or installation of basic structural systems in aircraft
• Familiarity and understanding of aircraft loads and load paths
• Experience in static structural analysis calculations for installations
• Familiar with standard aircraft assembly and modification shop practices
• Working knowledge of field approved/ Supplemental Type Certificate(s) process
• General knowledge of applicable regulatory requirements (14 CFR 27, 29)
• Results-driven with strong focus on timeliness and meeting or exceeding customer expectations
• Ability to work in cross-functional environment
• Ability to work directly with internal and external customers