Lead Static Stress Engineer – Aircraft Structures

Airbus; Wichita (KS); On-site; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Profit sharing

ESOP

Paid time off

Job summary

Airbus Americas, Inc. in Wichita, Kansas, is seeking a Senior Stress Engineer to support aerospace structural analysis.

The role involves performing complex static analyses on metallic and non‑metallic airframe components, collaborating with Design and Fatigue teams to deliver high-strength, lightweight structures. The candidate will mentor junior analysts, participate in trade studies, and produce technical material for project presentations.

Qualifications

• Bachelor of Science in Engineering with emphasis on structural design and materials mechanics.
• 9+ years of static stress analysis experience on airframe structures.
• Strong collaboration with Design and Fatigue teams and ability to document analyses.

Responsibilities

• Autonomously perform complex static analyses to verify structural integrity requirements.
• Lead and mentor less experienced analysts and coordinate with Design and Fatigue teams.
• Document analyses for trade studies and sign-off on airframe structures.
• Provide clear technical leadership on contracts and projects.

Skills

Static stress analysis

Structural analysis

Flight structures

Team leadership

MS Office

Education

BS in Engineering

Tools

MS Office

Google Workspace

Job description

Airbus Americas, Inc. in Wichita, Kansas, is seeking a Senior Stress Engineer to support aerospace structural analysis.

The role involves performing complex static analyses on metallic and non‑metallic airframe components, collaborating with Design and Fatigue teams to deliver high-strength, lightweight structures. The candidate will mentor junior analysts, participate in trade studies, and produce technical material for project presentations.