Stress Engineer

Bombardier Transportation GmbH; Wichita, Northern (KS, KY); Hybrid; USD 90,000 - 150,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Insurance plans

Retirement savings plan

Employee Assistance Program

Job summary

Bombardier Transportation GmbH in Wichita is seeking a Stress Engineer (Level 2 - Evergreen) to perform structural analysis using hand methods and FEM tools on aircraft structures, ensuring compliance with certification rules. You will prepare formal documentation, present design reviews with suppliers and customers, assess load paths, and support design through concept to detailed design.

Candidates must have a Bachelor's in Engineering and at least 5 years of stress engineering experience,

Qualifications

• Bachelor of Engineering or equivalent.
• Minimum 5 years of stress engineering experience.
• US Citizen or US Permanent Resident per ITAR requirements.
• Proficiency in FEM tools: Patran, Nastran, Nasgro, Altair.
• Proficiency with CATIA V5.
• Excellent communication and cross-functional teamwork.
• Understanding of aircraft certification rules.
• Ability to work independently and multitask.
• Experience with static, fatigue and damage tolerance analyses.
• MRB experience is an asset.

Responsibilities

• Perform structural analysis using hand methods and FEM on metallic/non-metallic structures.
• Prepare controlled engineering documentation (reports, specifications).
• Prepare and present design review material for meetings with suppliers and customers.
• Review designs for preliminary sizing of reinforcements and load paths.
• Support design process from concept to detailed design.
• Prepare/substantiate reports meeting program and certifying authorities.

Skills

FEM tools

MS Office

CATIA V5

Cross-functional teamwork

Independent multitasking

Load path understanding

Education

Bachelor of Engineering

Tools

Patran

Nastran

Nasgro

Altair

Job description

When applicable, Bombardier promotes flexible and hybrid work policies.

At Bombardier, we design, build and maintain the world’s peak-performing aircraft for the world’s most discerning people and businesses, governments and militaries. We have been successful in setting the highest standards by putting our people at the heart of it all, and defining excellence, together.
Working at Bombardier means operating at the highest level. Every day, you are part of a team that delivers superior experiences and products, pushing the boundaries of what's possible in our industry and beyond. By prioritizing employee growth and development, we empower everyone to reach their full potential on their own terms, because the best work happens when you are free to be yourself and share your unique expertise.

With our employees’ well-being top of mind, we offer a comprehensive and competitive Benefits Program, which includes the following:

• Insurance plans (Dental, medical, life insurance, disability, and more)
• Retirement savings plan
• Employee Assistance Program

What are your contributions to the team?

• Perform structural analysis using classical hand analysis methods and finite element analysis on metallic and non-metallic structure.
• Understandcustomer requirements and prepare formal, controlled engineering documentation (i.e. structural analysis reports, specifications, etc.).
• Prepareand presentdesign review material in support of technical interchange meetings with suppliers and external/internal customers.
• Review designs for preliminary sizing of structural reinforcements and load path definition for structural modifications.
• Support design process from preliminary/conceptual design through critical/detail design.
• Write, Review or Approve structural substantiation reports that meet technical requirements for the program and certifying authorities (TCCA/FAA/EASA).
• Assess primary structure, secondary structure, and flight test installations from a static strength perspective.
• Perform fatigue and damage tolerance assessments based on customer’s mission profile requirements.
• Perform Material Review Board (MRB) duties in support of operations activities (as required).

How to thrive in this role?

• You must have a Bachelor of Engineering or equivalent.
• You must havea minimum of 5yearsof relevant stress engineering experience.
• Per US ITAR (International Traffic in Arms Regulations) Requirements, must be a U.S. Citizen or U.S. Permanent Resident (Green Card Holder).
• You must have proficiency in FEM tools (i.e. Patran, Nastran, Nasgro, Altair).
• You must have proficiency with all Microsoft Office software applications.
• You have proficiency with CATIA V5.
• You have an understanding of civil aircraft certification rules and experience in certification procedures.
• You must have excellent communication and listening skills, and the ability to interface constructively and effectively in a cross functional team environment.
• You must be able to work independently and efficiently multitask.
• You must have a good understanding of aircraft structural load path and have experience with analysis methodologies for various primary and secondary structural components (static, fatigue and damage tolerance).
• MRB is an asset (might be a requirement for some positions).
• Experience in an integration role or function is an asset.

Bombardier is committed to creating a diverse environment and is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, genetics, age, disability status, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by Federal, National, or Local Laws.

Job Stress Engineer (Level 2 - Evergreen)

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