Contract Static Stress Engineer – Aircraft Structures

Prestwick Aerosystems; Wichita (KS); On-site; USD 90,000 - 140,000; Full time

Job summary

Airbus Americas, Inc. in Wichita, Kansas is seeking a Static Stress Engineer to support in-service repair of aircraft structures and justify repairs from a static stress perspective.

You will perform static analysis on metallic and non-metallic parts and collaborate with design and fatigue teams to deliver airworthy repairs. The role requires a BS in engineering, 5+ years of analysis experience, and knowledge of finite element methods.

Qualifications

• Bachelor of Science in Engineering (Aero, Civil, Mechanical) with emphasis on structural design and mechanics of materials.
• 5+ years total analysis experience in airframe design/repair programs.
• In-depth knowledge of classical and numerical (Finite Element) stress analysis methods.
• Capable of working in a dynamic, fast-paced environment both independently and collectively.
• Up to ~5% Domestic and very limited possible international travel, subject to customer/project requirements.
• Authorized to Work in the US.

Responsibilities

• Create high quality integrated and certified engineering repair solutions for airlines and internal customers within given time scales.
• Perform stress/strength analyses to ensure structural integrity requirements are met using hand and computer methods.
• Prepare certification documents for in-service fleet support.
• Liaise with Design, Fatigue and other Airbus departments to come up with optimum design solutions for the airline customer.
• Ensure final repair solutions bring the aircraft back into an airworthy condition.
• Identify and support local improvement initiatives to increase team efficiency.

Skills

Finite Element analysis

Stress analysis

Analytical thinking

Team collaboration

Communication

Education

BS in Engineering (Aero, Civil, Mechanical)

Job description

Airbus Americas, Inc. in Wichita, Kansas is seeking a Static Stress Engineer to support in-service repair of aircraft structures and justify repairs from a static stress perspective.

You will perform static analysis on metallic and non-metallic parts and collaborate with design and fatigue teams to deliver airworthy repairs. The role requires a BS in engineering, 5+ years of analysis experience, and knowledge of finite element methods.