Structural Analysis Engineers
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Job Description
JOB TITLE: Structural Analysis EngineersLOCATION: Wichita, KSPAY RATE: $78/hour
We are a national aerospace and defense staffing agency seeking highly qualified candidates for a position with a top-tier client.
Job Details:
Job Type: Contract (12 months with potential for extension)
Industry: Aerospace / Defense / Aviation
Benefits: Medical, dental, and vision (Cigna)
Perks: Bonus potential + Priority access via Tier 1 supplier
Openings Nationwide: Thousands of opportunities across the U.S.
Qualifying Questions:
Are you a U.S. person as defined under ITAR regulations?
Do you meet the educational and experience requirements for this role?
Can you commute to the job location or relocate if necessary?
Summary:
Plan, organize, and prioritize work based on project deliverables.
Perform detailed stress analysis of aircraft metallic and composite fuselage structures using classical hand calculations and Finite Element Analysis (FEA).
Review, analyze, and substantiate structural design changes for static, fatigue, and damage tolerance loads.
Generate stress substantiation and compliance reports.
Develop and/or review structural qualification plans in accordance with OEM and regulatory requirements.
Review and approve vendor drawings, stress analyses, and test reports as required.
Coordinate with design engineers, team leads, suppliers, and technical management to ensure designs meet project objectives and regulatory standards.
Participate in design reviews, presenting stress analysis results and challenging design solutions as appropriate.
Prepare progress reports to communicate status and deliverable objectives.
Demonstrate a strong sense of urgency and commitment to meeting schedules and quality expectations.
Requirements:
Bachelors degree in Engineering from an ABET-accredited institution required.
35 years of experience in Aerospace Stress Engineering.
Experience analyzing both metallic and composite aircraft structures.
Prior Boeing experience required.
Proficiency in static (FEA and free-body), fatigue, and transient analysis.
Hands-on experience with Nastran, Patran, and Abaqus.
Strong background in classical hand stress analysis and finite element methods.
In-depth knowledge of Engineering Mechanics and Strength of Materials.
Proficient with Microsoft Excel, Word, PowerPoint, and Project.
Must be a U.S. Citizen (as defined by ITAR).
About Us:
The Structures Company is a premier national aerospace and defense staffing agency specializing in contract, contract-to-hire, and direct hire placements. We deliver expert workforce solutions across engineering, IT, production, maintenance, and support roles.
As trusted partners to major aerospace OEMs and Tier 1 suppliers, we connect professionals with opportunities to grow and excel in the aviation and aerospace industries.
Eligibility Requirements:
Must be a U.S. Citizen, lawful permanent resident, or protected individual under 8 U.S.C. 1324b(a)(3) to comply with ITAR regulations.
Keywords: aerospace, aviation, engineering, maintenance, aircraft design, defense
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