Structural Analysis Engineer

AAA United States Inc; Wichita (KS); On-site; USD 60,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading aerospace manufacturing company in Wichita, Kansas is seeking a Structural Analysis Engineer to analyze and validate the structural integrity of aerospace components. The ideal candidate will have a bachelor's degree in engineering, ideally with experience or coursework in structural analysis. The role involves collaborating on designs and ensuring compliance with industry standards. This position offers opportunities for growth in a dynamic team environment and requires strong analytical and communication skills.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in a relevant engineering field from an ABET accredited program.
• 0 to 1 year of full-time experience in structural analysis.
• GPA of 3.0 or higher.

Responsibilities

• Analyze, design, and validate structural integrity of aerospace components.
• Collaborate on structural design and manufacturing processes.
• Ensure compliance with regulatory standards.

Skills

Structural analysis knowledge

Communication skills

Problem-solving ability

Education

Bachelor’s Degree in Aerospace Engineering

Bachelor’s Degree in Mechanical Engineering

Bachelor’s Degree in Civil Engineering

Tools

FEA

CATIA V5

Job description

Description

AAA United States, Inc. has partnered with a company in Wichita, Kansas that is one of the world's largest manufacturers of aerostructures for commercial airplanes, defense platforms, and business/regional jets. With expertise in aluminum and advanced composite manufacturing solutions, the company’s core products include fuselages, integrated wings and wing components, pylons, and nacelles.

The Structural Analysis Engineer is responsible for analyzing, designing, and validating the structural integrity of aerospace components, systems, and structures.

Essential Job Functions:

• Apply knowledge of structural analysis (e.g., materials technology, finite element modeling, static analysis, fatigue analysis, damage tolerance analysis, thermal analysis, vibration analysis, structural testing, etc.) to determine structural adequacy for customer requirements and regulatory compliance; and to collaborate on structural design, manufacturing, and post-delivery of products
• Areas of expertise may include primary and secondary structural analysis
• Candidates are expected to perform as individual contributors within a team environment.

Requirements

• Requires a Bachelor’s Degree in Aerospace Engineering, Civil Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, or other related engineering course of study from an ABET accredited program
• Requires educational credentials meeting the Spirit classification standards for engineers and typically 0 to 1 year of full-time experience in a stress or structural analysis engineering classification / position
• GPA of 3.0 or higher
• Familiarity with detailed FEA, CATIA V5 or similar tools, and classical structural analysis techniques using free body diagrams and internal loads model data
• Demonstrated experience effectively communicating within a team environment
• Working knowledge of aerospace industry practices and standards
• Advanced thinking and problem-solving ability