Aviation Structural Stress Engineer - FEM & Fatigue Expert

Bombardier

Wichita (KS)

On-site

USD 90,000 - 120,000

Full time

5 days ago

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Job summary

Bombardier Transportation GmbH in Wichita, Kansas, is seeking a Stress Engineer (Level 2 - Evergreen) to perform structural analyses for primary and secondary aircraft structures. You will develop documentation and participate in design reviews with suppliers and customers to ensure certification readiness.

The role requires a Bachelor of Engineering and at least 5 years in stress engineering, with proficiency in FEM tools and CATIA V5.

Qualifications

Bachelor of Engineering or equivalent.
Minimum of 5 years of stress engineering experience.
Proficient with FEM tools Patran, Nastran, Nasgro and Altair.
Proficient with CATIA V5 and MS Office applications.
Knowledge of civil aircraft certification rules and procedures.
Excellent communication and cross-functional collaboration skills.
Ability to work independently and multitask efficiently.
Strong understanding of aircraft structural load paths and analysis methods (static, fatigue, damage tolerance).
MRB experience is an asset; integration experience is an asset.

Responsibilities

Perform structural analysis using classical hand methods and FEM on metallic and non-metallic structures.
Prepare formal engineering documentation (e.g., structural analysis reports, specifications).
Prepare and present design review material for technical interchange with suppliers and customers.
Review designs for preliminary sizing of structural reinforcements and load-path definition.
Support design from concept to detail design phases.
Write, review, or approve structural substantiation reports for program and certification authorities.
Assess primary/secondary structure and flight-test installations from static strength perspective.
Perform fatigue and damage tolerance assessments per mission profiles.
MRB duties in support of operations as required.