Structural Aerospace Engineer

questdefensesystemssolutionsinc; United States; Remote; USD 100,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Remote work

Medical coverage

401(k) with employer match

Professional development support

Certification assistance

Job summary

Quest Defense Systems Solutions Inc seeks a Senior Structural Aerospace Engineer to lead structural analyses and validation for next‑gen aircraft. The role blends hand calculations with FEM to ensure safety, weight, and durability from concept to verification.

Requirements include a 4–7+ year aerospace background, degrees in structural engineering, and proficiency with ANSYS, ABAQUS, and Siemens NX. Fully remote in the US with up to 25% travel; strong compensation and benefits package.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's or Master's degree in Structural Engineering or related field.
• 4–7+ years of aerospace engineering experience with structural analysis and design.
• Proficiency with ANSYS, ABAQUS, and Siemens NX CAD.
• Strong grounding in structural mechanics, dynamics, and materials science.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to operate in a fast-paced, dynamic environment.

Responsibilities

• Conduct structural and stress analyses using hand calculations paired with finite element methods.
• Perform structural dynamics work, including rotor dynamics, torsional system dynamic analysis, and environmental equivalence.
• Partner with designers to translate analysis findings into optimized load paths, balancing strength, weight, and manufacturability.
• Assess failure modes, contribute to test programs, and confirm compliance with regulatory and customer requirements.
• Support structural testing, document results, and communicate findings to cross-functional engineering teams.
• Offer technical guidance on design trade-offs between risk, cost, and performance while managing multiple priorities.

Skills

Communication skills

Structural mechanics

Dynamic analysis

Fast-paced work

Education

Bachelor's or Master's in Structural Engineering

Tools

ANSYS

ABAQUS

Siemens NX CAD

Job description

Role overview

Senior Structural Aerospace Engineers are needed to support next-generation aerospace systems, working at the intersection of structural analysis, design, and validation. The position focuses on ensuring critical aircraft components satisfy demanding safety, weight, and durability targets, with hands‑on involvement in both classical hand‑calculations and modern finite element simulation that carries through from concept to verification.

Responsibilities

• Conduct structural and stress analyses using hand calculations paired with finite element methods
• Perform structural dynamics work, including rotor dynamics, torsional system dynamic analysis, and environmental equivalence
• Partner with designers to translate analysis findings into optimized load paths, balancing strength, weight, and manufacturability
• Assess failure modes, contribute to test programs, and confirm compliance with regulatory and customer requirements
• Support structural testing, document results, and communicate findings to cross-functional engineering teams
• Offer technical guidance on design trade-offs between risk, cost, and performance while managing multiple priorities

Requirements

• Bachelor's or Master's degree in Structural Engineering or a closely related discipline
• 4-7+ years of aerospace engineering experience with significant exposure to structural analysis and design
• Proficiency with engineering tools such as ANSYS, ABAQUS, and Siemens NX (Unigraphics) CAD
• Strong grounding in structural mechanics, dynamics, and material science, with the ability to interpret complex results
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Ability to operate effectively in a fast‑paced, dynamic environment

Nice to have

• Eligibility to obtain and maintain a U.S. Secret security clearance (U.S. citizenship required)
• Experience integrating emerging technologies such as generative AI, automation platforms, or digital assistants into engineering workflows

Benefits and work setup

• Fully remote role with up to 25% travel as needed; proximity to Indianapolis and an Eastern or Central time zone preferred
• All applicants must be U.S. Citizens or lawful permanent residents
• Pay range listed at $100,000-$120,000 USD, dependent on experience and certifications
• Comprehensive medical, dental, life, and disability coverage, 401(k) with employer match, certification assistance, and professional development support
• Flexible, collaborative, people‑first workplace culture emphasizing work‑life balance