Senior Stress Engineer (Onsite)

Prattwhitney; Chula Vista (CA); On-site; USD 96,000 - 182,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

401(k) plan with company match

Vacation time

Job summary

Collins Aerospace is seeking a Senior Stress Engineer to perform structural analysis of metallic nacelles and aerostructure components using FEA and hand calculations. You will collaborate with domestic and international teams on design trades and certification support.

The role requires a STEM degree and at least 2 years of related experience, with strong communication skills and proficiency in ANSYS/NASTRAN, Python, and MathCAD.

Qualifications

• Typically requires a degree in Science, Technology, Engineering or Mathematics (STEM) and minimum 2 years of prior relevant experience or an Advanced Degree in a related field.
• Experience in a Stress Engineer role.

Responsibilities

• Responsible for performing Stress analysis of aircraft components, assemblies, and systems while working as an integrated team for design studies.
• Solve challenging structural analysis problems via research and coordination with subject matter experts/chief engineers.
• Perform structural analysis includes development of finite element models and loads, and performing static, fatigue and damage tolerance, fracture, and vibration analysis.
• Evaluate structural integrity of aircraft structures by way of classical hand analysis and finite element methods.
• Generate documentation to report analysis and test results to support airworthiness certification.
• Travel up to 10% domestically and internationally when circumstances permit.

Skills

Stress analysis

FEA tools

Python

MathCAD

Excel

ADAMS

Education

STEM degree

Tools

ANSYS

NASTRAN/PATRAN

MS Access

MS Excel

Python

ADAMS

Job description

Date Posted: 2026-08-17 Country: United States of America Location: US-CA-CHULA VISTA-B107 ~ 850 Lagoon Dr ~ BLDG 107, Mail Zone 1-C Position Role Type: Onsite U.S. Citizen, U.S. Person, or Immigration Status Requirements: This job requires a U.S. Person. A U.S. Person is a lawful permanent resident as defined in 8 U.S.C. 1101(a)(20) or who is a protected individual as defined by 8 U.S.C. 1324b(a)(3). U.S. citizens, U.S. nationals, U.S. permanent residents, or individuals granted refugee or asylee status in the U.S. are considered U.S. persons. For a complete definition of “U.S. Person” go here. https://www.ecfr.gov/current/title-22/chapter-I/subchapter-M/part-120/subpart-C/section-120.62 Security Clearance Type: None/Not Required Security Clearance Status: Not Required

At RTX, the world's largest aerospace and defense company, 185,000 great minds are united by purpose and inspired to make a difference solving the world’s most complex problems. With our three market leading businesses, world-class operations and investments in research and development, we offer capabilities and opportunity no one else can. Together, we push the boundaries of known science and find new ways to connect and protect our world. Collins Aerospace is a leader in technologically advanced, intelligent solutions that help redefine the aerospace and defense industry. With a comprehensive portfolio and deep technical expertise, we help customers meet the demands of the global market. Join us and help shape the future of aerospace and defense. Collins Aerospace is looking for a Senior Stress Engineer who will perform structural analysis in support of metallic nacelles and aerostructure components using standard analysis methods and finite element approaches. You will conduct design trades and final product configuration definitions considering safety, strength, weight, cost & producibility for Military & Commercial applications. In addition, you will collaborate with both domestic and international engineering support teams on technical aspects of the stress analysis activities.

What You Will Do:

• Responsible for performing Stress analysis of aircraft components, assemblies, and systems while working as an integrated team for design studies.
• Solve challenging structural analysis problems via research and coordination with subject matter experts/chief engineers.
• Perform structural analysis includes development of finite element models and loads, and performing static, fatigue and damage tolerance, fracture, and vibration analysis.
• Evaluate structural integrity of aircraft structures by way of classical hand analysis and finite element methods.
• Generate documentation to report analysis and test results to support airworthiness certification.
• Participate in continuous improvement activities and events.
• Travel up to 10% domestically and internationally when circumstances permit.
• Supports operation of equipment engineering systems by evaluating and interpreting needs and problems and develops effective approaches to resolving those issues.
• Ability to work independently and in a team environment, strong communication, presentation and interpersonal skills required with experience communicating and presenting technical information to senior level leadership.
• Perform trade studies and other duties as required.

Qualifications You Must Have:

• Typically requires a degree in Science, Technology, Engineering or Mathematics (STEM) and minimum 2 years of prior relevant experience or an Advanced Degree in a related field.
• Experience in a Stress Engineer role.

Qualifications We Prefer:

• Experience in performing Structural Analysis of Complex Mechanical Systems and Aircraft components using classical hand calculations methods and Finite Element Analysis tools.
• Good understanding of Structural Load Paths, and Free Body Diagrams (FBD’s) Experienced in performing Static, Fatigue & Damage Tolerance and Frequency Response Analysis.
• General knowledge of applicable 14 CFR Part 25 or equivalent regulatory requirements.
• General knowledge of Testing and Qualification requirements.
• Background in Metallic and composite material structure and design.
• Experience working with international teams across multiple time zones.
• Experience with Lean, Six Sigma, ACE or CORE.
• Proficient with FEA tools ANSYS, NASTRAN/PATRAN or equivalent software(s).
• Proficient with math, data, and automation tools, MathCAD, MS Excel, MS Access, Python.
• Experience with kinematics simulation software such as ADAM’s.

What We Offer:

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance
• Three weeks of vacation for newly hired employees
• Generous 401(k) plan that includes employer matching funds and separate employer retirement contribution, including a Lifetime Income Strategy option
• Tuition reimbursement program
• Student Loan Repayment Program
• Life insurance and disability coverage
• Optional coverages you can buy pet insurance, home and auto insurance, additional life and accident insurance, critical illness insurance, group legal, ID theft protection
• Birth, adoption, parental leave benefits
• Ovia Health, fertility, and family planning Adoption Assistance
• Autism Benefit
• Employee Assistance Plan, including up to 10 free counseling sessions
• Healthy You Incentives, wellness rewards program
• Doctor on Demand, virtual doctor visits
• Bright Horizons, child and elder care services
• Teladoc Medical Experts, second opinion program
• And more!

This role may be eligible for relocation.

The salary range for this role is 95,500 USD - 181,700 USD. The salary range provided is a good faith estimate representative of all experience levels. RTX considers several factors when extending an offer, including but not limited to the role, function and associated responsibilities, a candidate’s work experience, location, education/training, and key skills. Hired applicants may be eligible for benefits, including but not limited to, medical, dental, vision, life insurance, short-term disability, long-term disability, 401(k) match, flexible spending accounts, flexible work schedules, employee assistance program, Employee Scholar Program, parental leave, paid time off, and holidays. Specific benefits are dependent upon the specific business unit as well as whether or not the position is covered by a collective-bargaining agreement. Hired applicants may be eligible for annual short-term and/or long-term incentive compensation programs depending on the level of the position and whether or not it is covered by a collective-bargaining agreement. Payments under these annual programs are not guaranteed and are dependent upon a variety of factors including, but not limited to, individual performance, business unit performance, and/or the company’s performance.

This role is a U.S.-based role. If the successful candidate resides in a U.S. territory, the appropriate pay structure and benefits will apply. RTX anticipates the application window closing approximately 40 days from the date the notice was posted. However, factors such as candidate flow and business necessity may require RTX to shorten or extend the application window.

RTX is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability or veteran status, or any other applicable state or federal protected class. RTX provides affirmative action in employment for qualified Individuals with a Disability and Protected Veterans in compliance with Section 503 of the Rehabilitation Act and the Vietnam Era Veterans’ Readjustment Assistance Act.

As part of our commitment to maintaining a secure hiring process, candidates may be asked to attend select steps of the interview process in-person at one of our office locations, regardless of whether the role is designated as on-site, hybrid or remote.

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. 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.

Collins Aerospace makes modern flight possible. Of course, that wouldn’t be possible without the capabilities and technologies of our organization, as well as our engineers – a highly skilled, accomplished network that spans more than 180 sites, 24 countries and 6 Strategic Business Units (SBUs). Our industry-leading experts are setting the standards for the aerospace industry and paving the way for the future. Do you have what it takes to join a global organization that doesn’t shy away from big opportunities? If so, we invite you to join our ranks and create the next generation of aerospace technologies. Together, we will nurture an engineering culture that values intellectual curiosity, risk takers and integrity. A place where we will challenge ourselves, our teams, and the status quo and where we will work to find a way – the right way – to achieve what others can only dream of.