Structural Analysis Engineer

Saxon Global; Tallassee (AL); On-site; USD 85,000 - 105,000; Full time

Job summary

An aerospace engineering company in Alabama is seeking an experienced Aerostructures Stress Analysis Engineer. The successful candidate will have over 5 years of experience in aerostructure analysis, focusing on both composite and metallic structures. Key responsibilities include performing stress analysis and preparing certification documents, while supporting customer technical reviews. The ideal candidate will be knowledgeable in primary and secondary structures and able to work independently, guiding junior engineers when necessary.

Qualifications

• Minimum 5+ years of experience in aerostructure analysis, including composite analysis.
• Strong knowledge of primary and secondary aircraft structures and load behaviors.
• Experience with structural design concepts such as wingbox, load paths, and interfaces.

Responsibilities

• Perform stress analysis for composite and metallic structures.
• Preparation of stress reports, reserve factor summaries, and certification documents.
• Support qualification, compliance, and customer technical reviews.

Skills

Stress tools: HyperX / Sizer (Adon)

Ability to perform stress analysis without tools

Job description

Job title : Aerostructures Stress Analysis Engineer

Key Skills – Stress Analysis

• Stress tools: HyperX / Sizer (Adon), Simcenter 3D
• Ability to perform stress analysis without tools (hand calculations)

Job Description

• Minimum 5+ years of experience in aerostructure analysis, including composite analysis
• Strong knowledge of primary and secondary aircraft structures and load behaviors
• Perform stress analysis for composite and metallic structures including:
• General strength and stiffness analysis
• Buckling and stability
• Fastener and joint strength
• Composite sandwich and thermoset panels
• Damage tolerance (open-hole strength, compression-after-impact)
• Experience with structural design concepts such as wingbox, load paths, and interfaces
• Preparation of stress reports, reserve factor summaries, and certification documents
• Ability to work independently with minimal supervision and guide junior engineers
• Risk identification, mitigation planning, and technical problem resolution
• Support qualification, compliance, and customer technical reviews