Fatigue and Propulsion Loads Engineer

Executive Recruiting Group; Boulder (CO); On-site; USD 130,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading engineering recruitment firm in Boulder, Colorado is seeking a Fatigue and Propulsion Loads Engineer. The ideal candidate will have a degree in Aeronautical or Structural Engineering and experience with aircraft loads analysis. Responsibilities include maintaining finite element models and producing load cases for fatigue analysis, with a salary range of $130,000 to $180,000. Strong communication skills and the ability to work collaboratively are essential.

Qualifications

• Experience in a fast-paced design environment required.
• Working knowledge of aircraft certification (loads) necessary.
• Knowledge of aerodynamics, flight mechanics, and structural mechanics is crucial.

Responsibilities

• Integrate, verify, and maintain the IFEM composed of pylon, nacelle, and engine FE models.
• Produce load cases for fatigue analysis according to regulations.
• Support trade studies and parametric analyses.

Skills

Structural FEM modeling/analysis with NASTRAN or Altair Optistruct, Hypermesh

MATLAB proficiency or similar

Strong technical, written, and verbal communication skills

Ability to work well in a collaborative environment and independently

Experience with aircraft loads analysis, including fatigue

Education

BS / MS / PhD in Aeronautical, Structural Engineering or related fields

Job description

Overview

We are seeking a Fatigue and Propulsion Loads Engineer for our Boulder, Colorado facility. This person will act as the Integrated Finite Element Model (IFEM) integrator and the fatigue loads specialist.

Base pay range

$130,000.00/yr - $180,000.00/yr

Position Responsibilities

• Integrate, verify, and maintain the IFEM composed of pylon, nacelle and engine FE models according to the rules specified in the IFEM Protocol
• Collect and track all load cases from all interested parties, apply load cases to the static non-linear IFEM model, distribute the resulting interface loads to all interested parties for design and structural verification, and produce the relevant documentation. Loads must be produced according to the rules specified in the Loads Protocol.
• Produce dynamic reduced models for fan blade out and windmilling dynamic loads analysis
• Support trade studies and parametric analyses (e.g., pylon stiffness studies)
• Compile ground-air-ground (GAG) cycle
• Produce load cases for fatigue analysis according to Part 25 regulations and GAG cycle
• Interface with fatigue and damage tolerance structural specialists within the company and with suppliers
• Provide general support to loads modeling and analysis
• Produce the relevant documentation

Required Qualifications

• BS / MS / PhD in Aeronautical, Structural Engineering or related fields
• Structural FEM modeling/analysis with NASTRAN or Altair Optistruct, Hypermesh
• Experience with aircraft loads analysis, including fatigue
• MATLAB proficiency or similar
• Working knowledge of aircraft certification (loads)
• Knowledge of aerodynamics, flight mechanics and structural mechanics
• Strong technical, written, and verbal communication skills
• Ability to work well in a collaborative environment and independently
• Experience in a fast-paced design environment

Bonus Qualifications (Desired)

• Having been through a 14 CFR Part 25 or Part 23 airplane development and certification program

Equal Employment Opportunity

Our organization is committed to providing equal employment opportunities and does not engage in discrimination based on race, color, religion, gender, national origin, age, eligibility for military service, veteran status, sexual orientation, marital status, disability, or any other legally protected category.