Rotorcraft Structural & Materials Engineer III

MD Helicopters Inc.

Mesa (AZ)

On-site

USD 90,000 - 130,000

Full time

7 days ago

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Job summary

MD Helicopters Inc. is seeking a Structural Analysis/Materials Engineer III to perform advanced structural and materials analyses for rotorcraft.

You will evaluate structural integrity, develop material specifications, and define testing processes to ensure compliance with FAA and company standards. The role requires applying chemistry, physics, and material behavior to optimize materials for helicopter structures and systems, collaborating with design, manufacturing, quality, and certification

Qualifications

Bachelor's degree in Aerospace, Mechanical, or Materials Engineering; Master’s preferred.
6–8 years of relevant aerospace structural/materials analysis experience.
Knowledge of materials specifications for mechanical systems and parts.
Understanding of FAA certification requirements and production design processes.

Responsibilities

Analyze and document structural integrity of helicopter systems drawings.
Perform structural analysis of metallic and composite structures using hand calculations, FEA.
Conduct static, dynamic, fatigue, and vibration analyses of rotorcraft components.
Define bench testing and instrumentation requirements for components and assemblies.
Ensure AS9100 compliance and coordinate across design, manufacturing, and certification teams.
Develop material properties and processing specifications for components.