NIAR CONSULTANT - Senior Stress Engineer

WICHITA STATE UNIVERSITY; Wichita (KS); On-site; USD 85,000 - 110,000; Part time

Job summary

A leading research institution in Kansas seeks an experienced Stress Engineer as an independent contractor. The role involves performing stress analyses, mentoring junior engineers, and requires a Bachelor's in Engineering with 10 years of experience. Familiarity with finite element modeling and CAD tools is essential. Applicants must be U.S. citizens and able to work on-site for 80% of the time. Travel may be necessary. This position values communication and technical leadership skills, ensuring impactful contributions to aviation research projects.

Qualifications

• Ten years of stress analysis experience is required.
• Experience with classical methods and Finite Element Modeling is preferred.
• Familiarity with civil and/or military design standards.

Responsibilities

• Perform detailed stress analyses and document results.
• Mentor junior analysts in developing their engineering skillsets.
• Conduct analysis of primary and secondary structures.

Skills

Stress analysis

Finite Element Modeling

Metallic analysis

Composite analysis

Technical leadership

Communication skills

Education

Bachelor's degree in Engineering

Tools

Patran

Femap

3D CAD tools

Abaqus

HyperX

Job description

Department

NIAR Engineering Design and Modification Team

Campus Location

Wichita, KS-WSU McConnell

Job Summary

Since its inception in 1985, National Institute for Aviation Research (NIAR) at Wichita State University has made a name for itself as the most capable university-based aviation research center in the United States, providing research, design, testing, certification and training to the aviation manufacturing industry, government agencies, educational entities and other clients that can benefit from our services.

This position will be an independent contractor consulting as a Stress Engineer with NIAR to support various diverse customer programs. This person will complete tasks that may include preliminary sizing, development of load paths, detailed analysis, certification and documentation required to support program objectives. Experience in both metallic and composite analysis is desired. Some travel may be required.

Responsibilities

• Perform stress lead tasks as required to support program objectives.
• Perform detailed stress analyses and document as required to support program objectives.
• Analysis of details including primary structure, secondary structure, flight test, flight controls, mechanical systems, interiors, and major modifications.
• Participate in mentoring of junior analysts as they develop their engineering skillsets.
• Work under minimal direction.
• Domestic travel up to 10% may be required.

Requirements

• Ability to work on-site 80% of the time
• This position requires access to EAR or ITAR controlled technologies. Applicants are required to be eligible for employment under U.S. export control laws and must meet the requirement of being a “U.S. Citizen”.
• Bachelors degree in Engineering
• Ten (10) years of stress analysis experience
• Experience with classical handbook analysis methods and Finite Element Modeling (Patran and Femap preferred)
• Experience with metallic and composite analysis methods
• Familiarity with civil and/or military structural design standards
• Experience in 3D CAD tools (Catia v5 or 3DE preferred)
• Demonstrated ability to achieve desired results within a defined schedule
• Excellent writing and communication skills
• Experience with Microsoft Office (word, excel, PowerPoint)
• Professional and diplomatic demeanor
• Strong sense of accountability and integrity
• Experience in technical leadership and mentoring of interns and junior engineers

Desired Skills/Experience

• Experience leading small teams and/or as technical specialist
• Aircraft support/MRB experience
• Experience with customer-facing role
• Experience with detailed modeling software (Abaqus, HyperX)

All services will be provided as an independent contractor, pursuant to a Professional Services Agreement, which must be executed prior to being assigned any work.