Senior Structural Engineer II – Hybrid Aero Analytics Lead

MTU Aero Engines North America; Rocky Hill (CT); Hybrid; USD 120,000 - 150,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid work model

Health plans

Retirement savings plan

Income protection programs

Generous paid time off

Life & disability insurance

International assignments

Job summary

MTU Aero Engines North America, based in Rocky Hill, CT, seeks a Senior Structural Engineer II to apply advanced analysis methods to aircraft engine components and mentor junior engineers.

The role involves nonlinear FEA using Abaqus and related tools to drive design optimization, reduce fuel burn, and collaborate with MTU teams worldwide. A bachelor’s or master’s degree is required, with 7+ years of experience and US work authorization.

Qualifications

• Degree in a relevant engineering field.
• 7+ years of related structural analysis experience.
• Strong knowledge of nonlinear FEA theory and methods.
• Willingness to travel internationally (1–2x per year).
• Authorized to work in the United States without sponsorship.

Responsibilities

• Perform, delegate, and review structural analysis on engine components.
• Leverage Abaqus/Hypermesh and Python to optimize designs.
• Lead and coordinate analysis tasks with cross-functional teams.

Skills

Abaqus

Hypermesh

Python

Education

Bachelor’s degree or Master’s Degree in relevant field

Job description

MTU Aero Engines North America, based in Rocky Hill, CT, seeks a Senior Structural Engineer II to apply advanced analysis methods to aircraft engine components and mentor junior engineers.

The role involves nonlinear FEA using Abaqus and related tools to drive design optimization, reduce fuel burn, and collaborate with MTU teams worldwide. A bachelor’s or master’s degree is required, with 7+ years of experience and US work authorization.