Aviation Structural Engineer - Impactful, Cutting-Edge Projects

ADP, Inc.; Erlanger (KY); On-site; USD 85,000 - 115,000; Full time

Job summary

L2 Aviation Solutions, LLC, Erlanger, KY, is seeking a Structural Engineer to design, analyze, and certify aircraft structures and modifications for FAA/EASA approvals. You will collaborate with DERs, certification experts, and manufacturing teams on cutting-edge aviation projects.

Ideal candidates have a strong analytical mindset, 3–5 years of aerospace structural experience, and hands-on with FEA tools (NASTRAN/ANSYS/SolidWorks). A PE/DER path is a plus.

Qualifications

• Hold a Bachelor’s degree in Aerospace, Mechanical, or Structural Engineering.
• 3–5 years of hands-on structural engineering experience in the aerospace industry.
• Experience with finite element analysis (FEA) and tools such as NASTRAN, ANSYS, or SolidWorks Simulation.
• Understand FAA/EASA certification landscape, including FAR Part 25 structural requirements.
• Possess strong engineering judgment, attention to detail, and the ability to think critically in high-stakes environments.
• Communicate effectively with cross-functional teams and customers, turning technical data into actionable solutions.
• Thrive in fast-paced project cycles and deliver high-quality work on schedule.
• Must submit to pre-employment drug testing and background checks.

Responsibilities

• Analyze, design, and validate aircraft structures and modifications.
• Create engineering drawings, substantiation reports, repairs, and certification documents used in FAA/EASA approvals.
• Support avionics integrations, structural reinforcements, equipment mounts, and other complex modifications.
• Collaborate with engineers, DERs, certification experts, and manufacturing teams.
• Participate in design reviews, conformity inspections, and customer engagements.
• Provide engineering support during installation and prototype development.
• Drive continuous improvement in analysis methods, design tools, and processes.

Skills

Analytical ability

Teamwork

Aviation passion

Communication

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Aerospace, Mechanical, or Structural Engineering

Tools

NASTRAN

ANSYS

SolidWorks Simulation

Job description

L2 Aviation Solutions, LLC, Erlanger, KY, is seeking a Structural Engineer to design, analyze, and certify aircraft structures and modifications for FAA/EASA approvals. You will collaborate with DERs, certification experts, and manufacturing teams on cutting-edge aviation projects.

Ideal candidates have a strong analytical mindset, 3–5 years of aerospace structural experience, and hands-on with FEA tools (NASTRAN/ANSYS/SolidWorks). A PE/DER path is a plus.