Senior Structural Engineer, Interior Monuments (Hybrid - Aguadilla, PR)

Prattwhitney; Aguadilla (PR); Hybrid; USD 90,000 - 150,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, and vision insurance

3 weeks vacation + 401(k) with match

Employee Scholar Program (ESP)

Life insurance and disability coverage

Employee Assistance Plan

Job summary

Collins Aerospace, a RTX business, is seeking an experienced stress engineer in Aguadilla, PR to lead the analysis of structural components per FAA regulations and collaborate with IPTs across programs.

The role requires strong FE analysis, CAD proficiency, and ability to communicate with stakeholders. Hybrid work arrangement with on-site and remote days is available; U.S. citizenship and security clearance eligibility are required.

Qualifications

• Typically requires a degree in Science, Technology, Engineering or Mathematics (STEM) and minimum 5 years prior relevant experience or an Advanced Degree in a related field and minimum 3 years of experience.
• Demonstrated professional experience communicating in English across all levels of an organization (verbal and written).
• U.S. citizenship is required, as only U.S. citizens are authorized to access information under this program/contract.
• Ability to obtain and maintain a U.S. government issued security clearance.

Responsibilities

• Review engineering drawings and models for structural integrity and compliance with FAA regulations.
• Conduct and provide constructive feedback during peer reviews.
• Mentor and document knowledge to provide technical guidance to team members.
• Identify risks and opportunities with IPT.
• Coordinate with design teams to ensure robust design and compliance with environmental standards.

Skills

Finite element analysis

3D CAD (Solidworks/Creo/CATIA/NX)

Technical communication

Automation tools (Excel API, Python,VB

Fatigue analysis

Education

STEM degree

Advanced degree in related field

Tools

ANSYS Mechanical

SolidWorks

Creo

CATIA

NX

Job description

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.

This position will sit at our Aguadilla, PR location. You must be residing in Puerto Rico at the time of starting employment. Relocation is not offered. This role is categorized as hybrid, with 3 days onsite and 2 days remote following the schedule assigned by the Manager. Position Role Type: Hybrid. U.S. Citizen, U.S. Person, or Immigration Status Requirements: U.S. citizenship is required, as only U.S. citizens are authorized to access information under this program/contract. Security Clearance: None/Not Required.

What YOU will do:

• Communicate technical topics and issues in a clear and concise manner to both technical peers as well as non-technical team members.
• Review engineering drawings and models for structural integrity and compliance with FAA regulations.
• Conduct and provide constructive feedback during peer reviews.
• Mentor and document knowledge to provide technical guidance to both members of own team and beyond.
• Work proactively with an integrated product team (IPT) to identify risks and opportunities.
• Coordinate with and contribute to design teams on designs to ensure robust design choices and compliance with program requirements for environmental needs, such as shock, vibration, and crash loading per standards.
• Document results from analyses both for internal and external customers such that data can be easily referenced in the future or support customer airworthiness certification on military airborne platforms.
• Participate in and lead investigations into highly complex, open-ended tasks.
• Search for and identify root cause of issues.
• Perform as functional "Lead" for the stress team on specific project(s).

What YOU will learn: You will learn about our growing engineering team in Puerto Rico; What we do? Who we support? How we work? You will learn the technologies of today and tomorrow which we count on to maintain world leadership in the aerospace industry. You will learn why people enjoy and feel fulfilled by working in our industry.

Qualifications you must have:

• Typically requires a degree in Science, Technology, Engineering or Mathematics (STEM) and minimum 5 years prior relevant experience or an Advanced Degree in a related field and minimum 3 years of experience.
• Demonstrated professional experience communicating in English across all levels of an organization (verbal and written).
• U.S. citizenship is required, as only U.S. citizens are authorized to access information under this program/contract.
• Ability to obtain and maintain a U.S. government issued security clearance.

Qualifications We Prefer:

• Experience with finite element analysis software for structural considerations (ANSYS Mechanical or similar).
• Experience with the calculation and documentation of modal analysis, internal stress loading, fatigue, and safety margins.
• Experience researching and investigating structural design solutions.
• Strong Microsoft Office skills including Excel, Outlook, Word, PowerPoint.
• Active U.S. DoD Security Clearance.
• Knowledge in analysis of composite materials such as fiberglass, phenolic and carbon fiber.
• Experience in the aerospace industry, specifically with aircraft interiors.
• Experience running fatigue analysis.
• Experience with 3D CAD software (Solidworks, Creo, CATIA, NX, or similar) and the ability to apply best practices with said tools.
• Knowledge of standards such as 14 CFR Part 25, MIL-STD-810, RTCA DO-160.
• Experience in developing automaton tools using Excel API, Python, Visual Basic.

What We Offer Some of our competitive benefits package includes:

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance.
• Three weeks of vacation for newly hired employees.
• Generous 401(k) plan that includes employer matching funds.
• Participation in the Employee Scholar Program (ESP).
• Life insurance and disability coverage.
• Employee Assistance Plan, including up to 8 free counseling sessions.
• And more!

Collins Aerospace, an RTX business, is a leader in technologically advanced and intelligent solutions for the global aerospace and defense industry. Collins Aerospace has the capabilities, comprehensive portfolio, and expertise to solve customers’ toughest challenges and to meet the demands of a rapidly evolving global market. Join our growing engineering team in Puerto Rico, where you will provide critical support to all Collins SBUs, working on exciting programs and projects ranging from the development of the next generation of advanced concept ejection seats to the latest technologies for the U.S. warfighter.

WE ARE REDEFINING AEROSPACE.

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.