Senior Structural Dynamics Engineer – Fixed-Wing Aircraft

Naval Air Warfare Center Training Systems Division (NAWCTSD); Patuxent Highland (MD); On-site; USD 120,000 - 160,000; Full time

Job summary

Naval Air Warfare Center Training Systems Division (NAWCTSD) seeks a senior engineer to lead performance of structural dynamics analyses for fixed-wing aircraft, address complex in-service issues, and define safe operating limits. The role includes overseeing flight test programs and demonstrations related to structural integrity.

The ideal candidate will have extensive experience in authorizing flight activities and ensuring compliance with operational requirements across development programs.

Qualifications

• Senior-level engineer capable of managing structural dynamics for aircraft modifications/development programs.
• Experience approving flight authorizations and establishing safe operating limitations.

Responsibilities

• Evaluate structural dynamics for fixed-wing aircraft designs and solve in-service structural problems.
• Define operating limits and direct all structural dynamics aspects of flight testing and demonstrations.

Skills

Structural Dynamics

Fixed Wing Design

Flutter Analysis

Flight Testing

Contract Negotiation

Requirements Definition

Operational Compliance

Job description

Naval Air Warfare Center Training Systems Division (NAWCTSD) seeks a senior engineer to lead performance of structural dynamics analyses for fixed-wing aircraft, address complex in-service issues, and define safe operating limits. The role includes overseeing flight test programs and demonstrations related to structural integrity.

The ideal candidate will have extensive experience in authorizing flight activities and ensuring compliance with operational requirements across development programs.