Lead Structural Engineer – Aerospace & Defense

Sierra Nevada Company, LLC; Lone Tree (CO); Hybrid; USD 108,000 - 149,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental plan

Vision plan

401k match up to 150%

Life insurance

Paid time off

Tuition reimbursement

Job summary

Sierra Nevada Company, LLC in Lone Tree, CO is seeking a Structural Engineer III to lead the design, analysis, and certification of advanced aerospace and defense structures. You will manage cross-functional teams, oversee structural test plans, and ensure compliance with industry standards in a hybrid office setting.

The role requires a strong background in structural analysis, project management, and the ability to obtain a U.S. Secret security clearance.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Aerospace Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Civil Engineering, or a related field.
• 6+ years of experience in structural engineering or a related role.
• Higher level relevant degree may substitute for experience.
• Advanced understanding of structural analysis and design principles.
• Understanding of engineering principles and practices.
• Knowledge of Computer Aided Engineering tools.
• Ability to work in multi-disciplinary design and development teams.
• Experience to Static and/or Dynamic Analyses.
• Ability to obtain and maintain United States Secret security clearance.

Responsibilities

• Lead the design and analysis of advanced metallic and composite structures.
• Oversee the development and execution of structural test plans.
• Perform detailed structural analysis and identify areas for improvement.
• Mentor and guide junior engineers on structural engineering practices.
• Ensure all designs meet industry standards and regulatory requirements.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to integrate structural designs into overall systems.

Skills

Structural engineering

Project management

Cross-functional teamwork

CAE tools knowledge

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Aerospace/Mechanical/Civil Engineering

Master’s degree preferred

Tools

MSC Patran

Nastran

FEMAP

ANSYS

NASGRO

AFGROW

Job description

Sierra Nevada Company, LLC in Lone Tree, CO is seeking a Structural Engineer III to lead the design, analysis, and certification of advanced aerospace and defense structures. You will manage cross-functional teams, oversee structural test plans, and ensure compliance with industry standards in a hybrid office setting.

The role requires a strong background in structural analysis, project management, and the ability to obtain a U.S. Secret security clearance.