Principal Engineer – Stress Engineering - Hybrid

Pratt & Whitney; United States; Remote; USD 100,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading aerospace company seeks a Principal Engineer for its Stress Engineering team, ensuring compliance with FAA/EASA requirements and enhancing aircraft performance. The ideal candidate will possess extensive experience in structural engineering, technical problem-solving, and strong communication skills, contributing to innovative solutions that redefine aerospace.

Benefits

Transportation facility

Group Term Life Insurance

Group Health Insurance

Employee scholar programme

Work life balance

Car lease programme

National Pension Scheme

Fuel & Maintenance/Driver wages

Qualifications

• Over 12 years of relevant experience in a similar role.
• Understanding of load path, load balance, and fatigue analyses.
• Knowledge of standard aerospace inspection methods and defects.

Responsibilities

• Perform repair stress analysis and develop analytical methods.
• Prepare airworthiness documentation and coordinate with certification authorities.
• Communicate with airline customers and resolve technical issues.

Skills

Structural Engineering

Technical Solutions

Repair Stress Analysis

Communication

Education

Bachelor's or Master's Degree in Mechanical Engineering or Aeronautics

Tools

Patran

Nastran

Microsoft Dynamics CRM

Job description

Date Posted:

2025-06-04

Country:

India

Location:

North Gate Business Park Sy.No 2/1, and Sy.No 2/2, KIAL Road, Venkatala Village, Chowdeshwari Layout, Yelahanka, Bangalore, Karnataka 560064

Position Role Type:

Unspecified

Role Overview:

This position is for a Principal Engineer, Stress Engineering, Aftermarket Technical Services department with sound knowledge of structural engineering and expertise in providing technical solutions on all Collins Aerostructures commercial nacelle hardware who will help in minimizing aircraft downtime and ensures compliance with certified type design and airworthiness (FAA/EASA) requirements

Position: Principal Engineer – Stress Engineering

Primary Responsibilities:

• Perform repair stress analysis and develop analytical methods for medium to complex technical issues in supporting airline operational requirements, formal certification reports, and design changes
• Should be able to provide engineering judgments and support margin explorations for repair solutions based on certification analysis, on various nacelle components for different programs
• Apply structural analysis principles to support repair design development on metallic and composite structures.
• Prepare airworthiness documents including substantiating analysis and obtain/coordinate sign-off with airworthiness organization
• Communicate with Airline customers for rapid development of technical solutions and work with Airframers, Engine Manufacturers and Suppliers as necessary, to evaluate repair technical data.
• Works with Collins Spares team, Airline/Field Support Managers in resolving Customer issues
• Comply with the US and country specific export control requirements.
• Report into Aftermarket technical services manager and help in driving organization’s vision of the best aerospace systems company in the world
• Work with a globally diverse aftermarket team of highly skilled engineers and be at the forefront of driving airline customer experience.
  

Basic Qualifications:

• Bachelors or master’s degree in Mechanical engineering or Aeronautics with more than 12 years of relevant experience in a similar role.
• Understanding of load path, load balance, free body diagram and experience in classical hand analysis methods as well as advanced FE used in Aerospace structural analysis using Patran/Nastran.
• Understanding of static and fatigue analyses of metallic and composite aircraft structures.
• Knowledge of Nacelle Systems for new aircraft programs such B787, A320Neo, A220, A350
• Sound knowledge of repairs for metallic and/or composite structures and various inspection methods and common defects
• Demonstrate flexibility to work in day shifts and on weekends or holidays on rotation whenever required, strictly adheres to work timings.
• Ability to work under pressure in a fast-paced environment with short lead times handling multiple repair tasks.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Experience with Patran/Nastran (Sol 101, 106, 111)
• Knowledge of MS Dynamics CRM systems and practices
• Previous experience in Aftermarket customer support engineering organization
• Knowledge of various technical publications such as Structural Repair Manual, Component Maintenance Manual, Aircraft Maintenance Manual, Service Bulletins, Airworthiness Directives, etc.
• Basic knowledge of EASA/FAA requirements and Associated Repair Documentations
• Technical understanding of maintenance, repair, overhaul, and regulatory requirements in the commercial aircraft industry.

Collins Aerospace, a Raytheon Technologies company, is a leader in technologically advanced and intelligent solutions for the global aerospace and defense industry. Collins Aerospace has the capabilities, comprehensive portfolio and expertise to solve customers’ toughest challenges and to meet the demands of a rapidly evolving global market.

Aerostructures:

Collins Aerospace’s Aerostructures business is a world leader in the design, manufacture, integration and support of nacelles -- the aerodynamic structures which house aircraft engines. Our nacelle technologies improve fuel efficiency, reduce engine noise and supply critical stopping power when an airplane lands. Today, our innovative nacelle systems are featured on many of the world’s newest and most game-changing commercial, regional and business jet platforms. And we’re not stopping there: we’re working hard to create the next generation of nacelles that are greener, quieter and more efficient. In addition, our Engineered Polymer Products division is a leading developer and manufacturer of advanced, high-performance composite and elastomeric structures and products for marine applications. Whether in the air or underwater, we’re pushing the limits of innovation. Want to join us on this important journey?

WE ARE REDEFINING AEROSPACE.

*Please consider the following role type definitions as you apply for this role.

Onsite: Employees who are working in Onsite roles will work primarily onsite. This includes all production and maintenance employees, as they are essential to the development of our products.

Hybrid: Employees who are working in Hybrid roles will work regularly both onsite and offsite. Ratio of time working onsite will be determined in partnership with your leader.

Remote: Employees who are working in Remote roles will work primarily offsite (from home). An employee may be expected to travel to the site location as needed.

Regardless of your role type, collaboration and innovation are critical to our business and all employees will have access to digital tools so they can work with colleagues around the world – and access to Collins sites when their work requires in-person meetings.

Some of our competitive benefits package includes:

• Transportation facility.
• Group Term Life Insurance.
• Group Health Insurance.
• Group Personal Accident Insurance.
• Employee scholar programme.
• Work life balance.
• Car lease programme.
• National Pension Scheme
• LTA
• Fuel & Maintenance /Driver wages
• And more!

Nothing matters more to Collins Aerospace than our strong ethical and safety commitments. As such, all India positions require a background check, which may include a drug screen.

Note:

• Background check and drug screen required (every external new hire in the India)
• Drug Screen only performed for Operations Positions

At Collins, the paths we pave together lead to limitless possibility. And the bonds we form – with our customers and with each other -- propel us all higher, again and again.

Apply now and be part of the team that’s redefining aerospace, every day.

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