Aviation Structures Engineer - Stress & Modification Expert

Flexjet LLC; Cleveland (OH); On-site; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

Flexjet LLC is seeking a Structures Engineer focused on aircraft repairs and stress analysis. You will perform analyses, develop work instructions, and support cabin and structural modification projects on varied aircraft, including business and military platforms.

Requirements include a BS in Mechanical or Aerospace Engineering, 3+ years of aviation structural integration experience, familiarity with loads paths, and hands-on CAD experience.

Qualifications

• BS in Mechanical or Aerospace Engineering (preferred).
• 3+ years of aviation structural integration experience.
• Familiar with fabrication and installation of basic structural systems.
• Knowledge of aircraft loads and load paths.
• Experience in static structural analysis calculations.
• Familiar with 14 CFR Part 21, 23, 25, 145 regulatory requirements.
• Ability to work in and around the aircraft and tight spaces.
• Willingness to travel occasionally.
• Proficient in CAD packages and Microsoft Office.

Responsibilities

• Structures engineering support for installations on business, commercial and military aviation aircraft.
• Generates and assembles drawings and documents to support modification and installation of structural components on aircraft.
• Designs and coordinates material and structural repairs.
• Assists with planning and selection of equipment installation locations.
• Coordinate and monitor structural aspects of project schedule with project managers.
• Develop cabin interior, systems and structural modification/installation work instructions and procedures.
• Generates 3-D mock-ups of components and installations to test-fit prior to manufacturing.
• May assist in estimating, quoting and planning for aircraft modification.
• Acts as a liaison between engineering and installation teams.

Skills

Aviation structural integration

Static structural analysis

Aircraft loads and load paths

Independent work

MS Office

Education

Bachelor's degree in Mechanical or Aerospace Engineering

Tools

CAD package(s)

CAD software

Job description

Flexjet LLC is seeking a Structures Engineer focused on aircraft repairs and stress analysis. You will perform analyses, develop work instructions, and support cabin and structural modification projects on varied aircraft, including business and military platforms.

Requirements include a BS in Mechanical or Aerospace Engineering, 3+ years of aviation structural integration experience, familiarity with loads paths, and hands-on CAD experience.