Mid-level Structural Analysis Engineer

Boeing Boeing · Aerospace · Hazelwood, MO

Seeking a Mid-Level Structural Analysis Engineer for the F/A-18 Structural Analysis team. Responsibilities include conducting detailed stress analyses, verifying structural integrity using analytical methods and finite element models, supporting in-service products, and assisting in test plan development. Requires a Bachelor's degree in Engineering, 5+ years of experience in structural analysis, and experience with finite element modeling tools.

What you'd actually do

  1. Conduct detailed stress analyses of aircraft primary structures using well defined analysis tools
  2. Verification of structural integrity by using analytical methods, finite element models/simulations and other analysis tools to develop and maintain the characteristics and performance of the components
  3. Supports in-service products by investigating failures and analyzing improvements
  4. Assist in the development of test plans, support test execution to validate systems and components meet requirements and specifications
  5. Support on-going supplier and customer activities by providing real-time support

Skills

Required

  • Bachelor of Science degree in Engineering (with a focus on Mechanical, Civil, Aerospace Aeronautical or Material Sciences)
  • 5+ years’ experience in structural analysis
  • Experience with structural design principles for aircraft primary structure (e.g., fatigue, damage tolerance, corrosion, stress analysis, material characteristics, and repair techniques)
  • 5+ years' experience with finite element modeling structural analysis methods and tools, including MSC Nastran(also including PATRAN, ABAQUS, Hypermesh, Stress Check, Mechanica, etc)
  • Experience in a role that required strong technical, analytical, and writing skills.
  • Ability and willingness to travel 10% of the time domestically and internationally

Nice to have

  • Experience with composites design and analysis methodologies
  • Experience in post-production systems with emphasis in military aircraft sustainment, repairs, and modification programs
  • Experience with various software applications for performing Boeing stress analysis (e.g. IAS, CSW, etc.)
  • Experience with F/A-18

What the JD emphasized

  • strong technical, analytical, and writing skills