Stress Analyst Engineer II - Appleton, WI

Gulfstream Aerospace Corporation; Appleton (WI); On-site; USD 75,000 - 95,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive compensation

Medical, prescription, dental, and 1st

Vision coverage

Job summary

Gulfstream Aerospace Corporation in Appleton, WI seeks a Stress Analyst Engineer II to perform stress analysis and support design approvals for interior aircraft furnishings. Responsibilities include creating load calculations, FEMAP models, and collaborating with Structural Engineering to ensure certification and compliance.

The role requires knowledge of AutoCAD and CATIA V5 CAD tools, plus experience with FEMAP and Nastran for finite element analysis.

Qualifications

• Experience with finite element analysis and structural engineering principles.
• Ability to interpret and review engineering drawings and technical specifications.
• Strong problem solving and teamwork skills in a fast paced environment.

Responsibilities

• Perform stress analysis for interior furnishings and amenities on new aircraft.
• Prepare load calculations and FEMAP-based models; write stress reports with Engineering team.
• Collaborate with Structural Engineering to obtain design approvals and certifications.
• Review airframe modifications for interior installations and space constraints.
• Analyze aircraft-level effects such as decompression and floor loading.
• Support scheduling and documentation under supervision to meet program milestones.

Skills

FEA experience

Engineering analysis

Tools

AutoCAD

CATIA V5 CAD

FEMAP

Nastran

Job description

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Stress Analyst Engineer II - Appleton, WI

Company: Gulfstream Aerospace Corporation

Stress Analyst Engineer II - Appleton, WIin GAC Appleton

Our aircraft are industry leaders and so are our people. We're looking for talented, motivated peoplewho are ready to do innovative work, and we offer exciting career opportunities worldwide.

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Our aircraft are industry leaders and so are our people. We're looking for talented, motivated individuals who are ready to do innovative work, and we offer exciting career opportunities worldwide.

Gulfstream employees benefit from a total rewards package that includes

• competitive compensation
• medical, prescription, dental and vision coverage starting on day 1

Responsibilities include performing stress analysis and related activities for new and derivative designs of interior furnishings and amenities as part of outfitting new aircraft. This includes review of engineering models and drawings, preparing load calculations, finite element models, and writing stress reports in collaboration with the Structural Engineering group and Structural AR's providing approvals. Example designs include custom cabinetry such as galleys, lavatories, closets, and other storage compartments, interior peripheries, water/waste systems, entertainment equipment installations, and seating installations. Analysis of airframe modifications to meet the requirements of interior installation is also involved. Additional responsibilities include aircraft level analysis such as decompression and floor loading analysis. Analysis is done utilizing Classical hand analysis and Finite Element Modeling using FEMAP with Nastran.

Candidates should have a sufficient knowledge of AutoCAD and CATIA V5 CAD tools to adequately review Engineering designs. FEA experience with FEMAP preferred.Assignments are executed under the direction of the Engineering Lead or Group Head to meet Engineering, Certification and manufacturing schedules. Analysis methods and design standards to be employed are consistent with company standards and accepted methods. Additional responsibilities are outlined in the job description and as assigned.

Principle Duties and Responsibilities: Essential Functions:

• Solves typical engineering problems within assigned discipline .
• Provides technical assistance to engineering staff and contributes to completion of project milestones .
• Responsible for a complex engineering assignment, or a full project of lesser complexity .
• Follows established schedules while developing plans for engineering assignments .
• Obtains appropriate level of supervisor approvals for work accuracy and adequacy .
• Proficiently applies company/organization policies and procedures .

Additional Functions:

• Actively works to improve daily processes, and ensures all work meets customer requirements .
• Maintains a current and up-to-date knowledge of developments and application of technical principles, theories, and concepts in assigned field of expertise .

Perform other duties as assigned.

Other Requirements:

• The level of technical skills and abilities appropriate for this grade will be established by each discipline.
• Applies knowledge to provide solutions to a variety of technical problems of moderate scope and complexity, using a combination of judgment with defined practices and procedures.
• Failure to achieve results, or erroneous decisions or recommendations, may cause delays in program schedules and/or allocation of additional resources.
• Ability to convey technical concepts in both written and verbal formats.
• Contacts are primarily within the organization, with occasional customer contacts on routine issues.
• Works under general supervision for routine tasks of minor complexity.
• With supervision/mentorship, can coordinate the activities for lower level engineering staff.

This job requires one to be able to read, write, speak, and understand the English language.

Additional Information

Requisition Number: 231406

Percentage of Travel: None

Shift: First

Employment Type: Full-time

Posting End Date: 09/11/2026

Equal Opportunity Employer / Individuals with Disabilities / Protected Veterans

Gulfstream does not provide work visa sponsorship for this position, unless the applicant is a currently sponsored Gulfstream employee.

Gulfstream Aerospace Corporation, a wholly-owned subsidiary of General Dynamics (NYSE: GD), designs, develops, manufactures, markets, services and supports the world's most technologically-advanced business jet aircraft

Nearest Major Market: Appleton Nearest Secondary Market: Oshkosh Job Segment: R&D Engineer, Structural Engineer, AutoCAD, CAD, Drafting, Engineering