Stress Analysis Engineer - Aerospace Components

Placements24; United States; Remote; USD 111,000 - 185,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Remote work

State-of-the-art simulation tools

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a highly specialized Stress Analysis Engineer for remote work in the aerospace sector. You will perform advanced FEA on critical components, developing and validating analytical models with leading simulation tools such as ANSYS, NASTRAN, and ABAQUS, and collaborating with design teams to optimize structural designs.

The role requires 5+ years of experience, a Master’s degree in Mechanical or Aerospace Engineering, and strong communication skills to produce clear

Qualifications

• Master's degree in Mechanical or Aerospace Engineering with a focus on structural mechanics or computational mechanics.
• Minimum 5 years of experience performing stress, vibration, and thermal analyses on complex components.
• Proficiency in ANSYS, NASTRAN, ABAQUS or equivalent FEA software.
• Knowledge of aerospace materials, failure theories, and industry standards (FAA, EASA).
• Strong analytical, problem-solving and communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Perform FEA to assess structural integrity, fatigue life, and thermal performance.
• Develop and validate analytical models using advanced simulation software.
• Interpret results and provide technical recommendations to design engineers.
• Collaborate with design teams to optimize component designs while maintaining safety margins.
• Conduct vibration, modal, and dynamic analyses to identify and mitigate resonances.
• Document methodologies, results, and recommendations in detailed technical reports.
• Stay current with advancements in simulation tools, materials, and aerospace engineering practices.
• Participate in design reviews and provide expert input on structural design.

Skills

Stress analysis

Vibration analysis

Thermal analysis

Technical reporting

Education

Master's degree in Mechanical or Aerospace Engineering

Specialization in structural/computational mechanics

Tools

ANSYS

NASTRAN

ABAQUS

Job description

About the Role

Our client, a trailblazer in the aerospace industry, is actively seeking a highly specialized Stress Analysis Engineer to contribute to their cutting-edge projects. This role is fully remote, offering the flexibility to work from anywhere while being an integral part of a high-performing engineering team. The successful candidate will be responsible for performing detailed stress, strain, and vibration analyses on critical aerospace components, ensuring structural integrity and compliance with rigorous industry standards. This is a unique opportunity to leverage your expertise in advanced simulation and analysis within a globally recognized aerospace leader, working remotely on innovative designs.

Key Responsibilities

• Conduct Finite Element Analysis (FEA) to assess the structural integrity, fatigue life, and thermal performance of aerospace components under various load conditions.
• Develop and validate analytical models using advanced simulation software (e.g., ANSYS, NASTRAN, ABAQUS).
• Interpret simulation results and provide clear, concise technical recommendations to design engineers.
• Collaborate with design teams to optimize component designs based on analysis findings, ensuring safety margins and performance targets are met.
• Perform vibration, modal, and dynamic analyses to understand and mitigate potential resonance issues.
• Document analysis methodologies, results, and recommendations in detailed technical reports.
• Stay current with the latest advancements in simulation technologies, materials, and aerospace engineering best practices.
• Participate in design reviews and provide expert input on structural design considerations.

Requirements

• Master's degree in Mechanical or Aerospace Engineering with a specialization in structural mechanics or computational mechanics.
• A minimum of 5 years of experience in performing stress, vibration, and thermal analysis on complex components.
• Expert proficiency in FEA software such as ANSYS, NASTRAN, ABAQUS, or similar.
• Strong understanding of structural mechanics, material science, and failure theories.
• Experience with aerospace industry standards (e.g., FAA, EASA) and relevant testing procedures is essential.
• Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and critical thinking skills.
• Ability to work independently and effectively manage time in a remote work setting.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills for technical reporting and collaboration.

Benefits

This contract role offers a highly competitive daily rate, providing flexibility and autonomy. As a remote employee, you will benefit from the ability to work from a location of your choice while contributing to groundbreaking aerospace projects. Our client provides access to state-of-the-art simulation tools and fosters a collaborative online environment. This is an excellent opportunity to advance your career in stress analysis with a leader in the aerospace field, applying your skills to critical applications.