Senior Structural Engineer — Lead High-Performance Structures

Sierra Nevada Corporation; Lone Tree (CO); On-site; USD 125,000 - 172,000; Full time

Job summary

Sierra Nevada Corporation in Colorado is seeking a Senior Structural Engineer to lead highly complex structural projects, mentor engineers, and guide design across metallic and composite structures. You will ensure regulatory compliance, perform advanced analyses (FEA) and document substantiation reports to support mission-critical aerospace programs.

The role emphasizes collaboration with cross-functional teams, and the ability to translate requirements into robust structures while aligning

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in aerospace, mechanical, civil engineering or related field.
• 10+ years of experience in structural engineering or related role.
• Expert understanding of structural analysis and design principles.
• Experience with Computer Aided Engineering tools and FEA.
• Ability to work in multi-disciplinary design teams and author substantiation reports.

Responsibilities

• Lead and manage complex structural engineering projects.
• Provide expert guidance on design and analysis of metallic and composite structures.
• Perform structural analysis and validation throughout the product lifecycle.
• Mentor junior engineers and foster technical excellence.
• Develop and review technical documentation and reports.
• Ensure compliance with industry standards and regulatory requirements.
• Collaborate with executive leadership to align initiatives with business goals.

Skills

Structural analysis

Finite element analysis

FEA tools

Mentoring

Collaboration

Documentation

Ground vehicle design

Education

Bachelor's degree in aerospace/mechanical/civil engineering

Master's degree (preferred)

PE license (preferred)

Tools

CAE tools

FEMAP

Nastran

MSC Patran

ANSYS

Job description

Sierra Nevada Corporation in Colorado is seeking a Senior Structural Engineer to lead highly complex structural projects, mentor engineers, and guide design across metallic and composite structures. You will ensure regulatory compliance, perform advanced analyses (FEA) and document substantiation reports to support mission-critical aerospace programs.

The role emphasizes collaboration with cross-functional teams, and the ability to translate requirements into robust structures while aligning