Aerospace Structural Engineer II - Secret Clearance

Sierra Nevada Corporation; Plano (TX); Hybrid; USD 94,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

Sierra Nevada Corporation in Plano, Texas is seeking a Structural Engineer II to design, evaluate, and certify complex aerospace and defense structures. You will perform advanced structural analysis, develop test plans, and collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure product compliance and performance.

Required: Bachelor’s degree in engineering and 2+ years in structural engineering; ability to obtain a United States Secret security clearance.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Aerospace, Mechanical, Civil, or related field.
• 2+ years of structural engineering experience.
• Higher level degree may substitute for experience.
• Proficient in structural analysis and design principles.
• Exposure to static and/or dynamic analyses.
• Ability to obtain and maintain a Secret U.S. Security Clearance.

Responsibilities

• Design and evaluate complex metallic and composite structures.
• Conduct advanced structural analysis and validation.
• Develop and execute test plans for structural components.
• Prepare and review technical documentation and reports.
• Collaborate with engineering teams to optimize structural designs.
• Ensure compliance with industry standards and regulations.

Skills

Structural analysis

Cross-functional collaboration

Problem solving

Engineering principles

Security clearance readiness

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Aerospace/Mechanical/Civil Engineering

Tools

MSC Patran

NASTRAN

FEMAP

ANSYS

NASGRO

AFGROW

Job description

Sierra Nevada Corporation in Plano, Texas is seeking a Structural Engineer II to design, evaluate, and certify complex aerospace and defense structures. You will perform advanced structural analysis, develop test plans, and collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure product compliance and performance.

Required: Bachelor’s degree in engineering and 2+ years in structural engineering; ability to obtain a United States Secret security clearance.