Sr Structural Design Engineer

SST Direct; Wichita (KS); On-site; USD 96,000 - 113,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive benefits package

Career development opportunities

Job summary

SST Direct is seeking a Senior Structural Design Engineer in Wichita, Kansas to support advanced aircraft structural design and modifications. The role requires an engineering professional with extensive aerospace experience who can resolve complex design challenges and lead technical projects.

The ideal candidate should have a Bachelor's degree in Mechanical or Aerospace Engineering and at least 10 years in aerospace structural design. A salary range of $96,000–$113,000 annually is offered, along with a comprehensive benefits package.

Qualifications

• 10+ years of aerospace structural design experience.
• U.S. Citizen or Permanent Resident (ITAR requirement).
• Previous engineering leadership experience.

Responsibilities

• Develop structural design solutions and resolve manufacturing/build issues.
• Create engineering changes, rework instructions, and modification packages.
• Investigate engineering non-conformances.

Skills

Aerospace structural design

Communication skills

Problem-solving skills

Organizational skills

Education

Bachelor's degree in Mechanical, Aerospace, or related Engineering field

Tools

CATIA V5

Siemens NX

Teamcenter

Job description

Senior Structural Design Engineer

Direct Hire Opportunity with Superior Skilled Trades

Superior Skilled Trades is seeking an experienced Senior Structural Design Engineer to support advanced aircraft structural design, modifications, and manufacturing engineering. This role is ideal for an engineering professional with extensive aerospace experience who enjoys solving complex design challenges and leading technical projects.

Responsibilities

• Develop structural design solutions and resolve manufacturing/build issues.
• Create engineering changes, rework instructions, and modification packages.
• Support aircraft structural and systems installations.
• Investigate engineering non-conformances and collaborate with manufacturing, quality, and engineering teams.
• Lead technical projects and mentor engineering team members.
• Support flight test modifications and special mission aircraft programs.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Mechanical, Aerospace, or related Engineering field.
• 10+ years of aerospace structural design experience.
• U.S. Citizen or Permanent Resident (ITAR requirement).
• Experience supporting aircraft modifications and manufacturing.
• Previous engineering leadership experience.
• Advanced proficiency with CATIA V5 required; Siemens NX and Teamcenter experience are a plus.
• Strong communication, problem-solving, and organizational skills.

Compensation & Benefits

• Salary: $96,000–$113,000 annually
• Comprehensive benefits package including medical, dental, vision, life insurance, retirement plan, paid time off, and career development opportunities.

If you're an experienced aerospace engineer looking to join a growing team and work on advanced aircraft programs, we'd love to hear from you!