Structural Analysis Engineer 3

CTS International; Seal Beach (CA); On-site; USD 96,604 - 137,587; Full time

Job summary

CTS International is seeking an experienced Stress Analysis Engineer for a contract role in Seal Beach, California. The selected candidate will perform structural analysis on aircraft interiors, utilizing finite element analysis and classical methods.

The position requires a Bachelor's degree in engineering and at least 3 years of relevant experience. Candidates should be prepared for occasional off-shift work to address emergent issues.

The opportunity has the potential for extension and full-time employment.

Qualifications

• 3+ years of experience in finite element analysis.
• Strong understanding of structural behavior and load paths.
• Proven experience with classical and empirical methods.

Responsibilities

• Perform structural analysis for aircraft interior systems.
• Create and validate finite element models from CAD.
• Consult with design teams for structural design support.

Skills

Finite element analysis

Structural analysis

Compliance with FAA and EASA

Education

Bachelor's degree in engineering or related field

Tools

HyperMesh

NASTRAN

PATRAN

Job description

Seal Beach, California — 6+ months contract. Up to $85.00/hour. Willing to work any shift.

Overview

Company Customer Support team is seeking an experienced Stress Analysis Engineer to join our team in Seal Beach, California. The engineer will be responsible for the substantiation of various interiors and system aircraft commodities using classical, empirical, and finite element analysis (FEA) methods. The stress analyst must also effectively communicate technical requirements, analysis and findings to engineers, leads, and managers.

This position requires flexibility to support a fleet operating 24/7/365. Occasional off‑shift work may be necessary to respond to emergent issues.

Position Responsibilities

• Perform and document structural analysis of various aircraft interior and systems commodities
• Understand and demonstrate compliance with applicable FAA and EASA regulations and requirements for certification
• Create and validate finite element models from 3D CAD models, with appropriate modeling assumptions, and carry out the analysis of composite panels, inserts, metal brackets, fittings, tabs and slots, and adhesive joints
• Substantiate appropriate structures through classical hand analysis
• Determine and predict potential failure modes for analysis
• Coordinate and consult with other teams such as design, load allowable groups, and interfacing commodity teams to support the creation, development, and proper analysis of structural designs
• Review drawings of parts and assemblies to show substantiation through test, analysis, or similarity methods

6+ months — possible extension and potential FTE opportunity.

Requirements

What you’ll need

• Bachelor’s degree from an accredited course of study in engineering, computer science, mathematics, physics, or chemistry
• 3+ years of experience using linear and nonlinear statics finite element analysis
• Experience with efficient load paths and structural behavior
• Experience with statics and structural analysis using classical, empirical and finite element methods

Preferred Skills

• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in mechanical engineering, civil engineering, or aerospace engineering
• Experience with FEA pre‑ and post‑processing tools such as HyperMesh, HyperView, NASTRAN, and PATRAN
• Experience with durability, fail‑safe, and damage tolerance fundamentals
• Experience with compliance to FAA and EASA regulations
• 4+ years of experience working with 3D CAD models and engineering drawings

Education/experience typically acquired through advanced technical education from an accredited course of study in engineering, computer science, mathematics, physics or chemistry (e.g., Bachelor) and typically 5 or more years of related work experience (e.g., PhD, master’s + 3 years of related work experience). In the USA, ABET accreditation is the preferred, although not required, accreditation standard.