Engineer, Airframe Stress Analysis

Otto Aviation Group; Mississippi; On-site; USD 70,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

A forward-thinking company is seeking an Engineer for Airframe Stress Analysis to join their innovative team. This role involves performing critical stress analyses on both metallic and composite structures to ensure the highest standards of safety and performance. The ideal candidate will possess a strong foundation in mechanical or aerospace engineering and be ready to collaborate in a dynamic environment focused on developing the world's most efficient aircraft. If you're passionate about aviation and eager to contribute to groundbreaking projects, this opportunity is perfect for you.

Qualifications

• 2+ years of relevant industry experience or 1+ with M.S.
• Strong knowledge of airframe static and fatigue stress analysis.

Responsibilities

• Perform stress analysis of structural components to ensure integrity.
• Create Finite Element Models and author analysis documentation.

Skills

Stress Analysis

Communication Skills

Problem Solving

Teamwork

Critical Thinking

Education

B.S. in Mechanical or Aerospace Engineering

M.S. in Mechanical or Aerospace Engineering

Tools

Finite Element Analysis (FEM)

CATIA V5/V6/3DX

ENOVIA V5/V6/3DX

Job description

About Otto Aviation
OTTO is developing the world’s first fifth-generation business jet, designed for sustainability through the innovative use of advanced super-laminar aerodynamics and high-precision, net-shaped composites. Flight tests of our technology demonstrator validate a dramatic reduction in fuel burn and allow a sizeable improvement in cabin comfort. Otto Aviation is designing world-class aircraft from first principles physics and delivering ground-breaking aircraft and economic performance.

Role Overview

Otto Aviation is seeking an Engineer, Airframe Stress Analysis to be a member of our team. The ideal candidate has relevant stress analysis experience and a willingness to learn. You will join a team developing the world’s most efficient aircraft. Otto Aviation is seeking engineers who are comfortable working from first principles, work great in a team atmosphere, and get things done.

Responsibilities

• Perform stress analysis of metallic and composite structural components, assemblies, and systems to provide inputs to the design and ensure structural integrity.
• Author analysis documentation.
• Create and/or utilize Finite Element Models (FEM).
• Perform Durability and Damage Tolerance (DADT) assessments.
• Review engineering definition for release in the product lifecycle system (PLM).
• Author structural test plans and reports.
• Compare structural test results to analytical models (test vs Finite Element Model).
• Support the development of stress analysis tools and methodologies.
• Support multi-disciplinary configuration development and trade studies.
• Interface with materials & processes, structural test laboratories, flight test, manufacturing, and customers/regulatory authorities.

Qualifications/Requirements

• B.S. in Mechanical or Aerospace Engineering, or equivalent.
• 2+ years of relevant industry experience (or 1+ with M.S.).
• Strong verbal and written communication skills.
• Knowledge of airframe static and fatigue stress analysis for both composite and metallic structures.
• Knowledge of industry standard classical analysis methods.
• Knowledge of Finite Element Analysis methods (FEMAP experience is a plus).
• Proficiency with CATIA V5/V6/3DX and ENOVIA V5/V6/3DX is a plus.

Interpersonal Skills

• Active Listening: Practice to gain insight and truly understand all project stakeholders.
• Critical Thinking: Make prompt, informed, and value-based decisions for the project.
• Organization: Focus on agenda, schedules, frameworks, and methodologies, as well as communicating tasks, updates, progress, and blockers.
• Problem Solving: Assess issues from different vantage points and formulate the best solution in addressing specific challenges.
• Self-Motivation: Exude the highest level of commitment and motivation to see it through from start to finish.
• Teamwork and Team Building: Establish a collaborative culture where people with unique personalities and skills happily work together and are accountable to a shared goal.
• Strong Business Communication: Use the right language, tone, and storytelling techniques when communicating, describing, or explaining issues over email, chat, reports, presentations, and other forms and channels of communication.
• Ability to work with domestic/international suppliers/partners effectively.

Physical Requirements

• Must be able to stand on feet and walk around for extended periods of time.
• Must be able to sit at a desk for prolonged periods of time and work on a computer.
• Must be able to lift up to 20 pounds.

Otto Aviation is an equal opportunity employer. All applicants will be considered for employment without attention to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran, or disability status.