Senior Structural Engineer – Aerospace & Defense (Secret Clearance)

Sierra Nevada Corp; Wichita (KS); Hybrid; USD 90,000 - 135,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, vision plans

401(k) with 150% match up to 6%

Life insurance

3 weeks paid time off

Tuition reimbursement

Job summary

Sierra Nevada Corporation in Wichita, KS is seeking a Structural Engineer III to lead the design, analysis, and certification of aerospace structures. You will oversee testing, mentor junior staff, and ensure compliance with industry and DoD standards.

The role requires a bachelor’s in a related field with 6+ years in structural engineering, and experience with CAE tools and static/dynamic analyses. Hybrid work environment and security clearance are typical in this program.

Qualifications

• The candidate has a bachelor’s degree in a related field and 6+ years in structural engineering.
• Higher level degree may substitute for experience.
• Strong understanding of structural analysis and design principles.
• Experience with static and/or dynamic analyses; proficiency with CAE tools.

Responsibilities

• Lead design and analysis of advanced metallic and composite structures.
• Develop and execute structural test plans.
• Perform detailed structural analyses and identify improvements.
• Mentor junior engineers on structural practices.
• Ensure designs meet industry standards and regulatory requirements.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to integrate structures into systems.

Skills

Structural analysis

Cross-functional teamwork

Project management

Engineering fundamentals

CAE tools knowledge

Static and dynamic analysis

Education

Bachelor’s in Aerospace, Mechanical, Civil Engineering

Master’s degree preferred

Tools

MSC Patran

Nastran

FEMAP

ANSYS

NASGRO

AFGROW

Job description

Sierra Nevada Corporation in Wichita, KS is seeking a Structural Engineer III to lead the design, analysis, and certification of aerospace structures. You will oversee testing, mentor junior staff, and ensure compliance with industry and DoD standards.

The role requires a bachelor’s in a related field with 6+ years in structural engineering, and experience with CAE tools and static/dynamic analyses. Hybrid work environment and security clearance are typical in this program.