Structural Analysis Engineer: Finite Element & Fatigue Focus

PDS Defense, Inc.; Wichita (KS); On-site; USD 70,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

PDS Defense, Inc. in Wichita, KS seeks a Structural Analysis Engineer to evaluate structural adequacy for customer requirements and regulatory compliance; and to collaborate on structural design, manufacturing, and post-delivery of products.

The role emphasizes materials technology, finite element modeling, static, fatigue, damage tolerance, thermal and vibration analyses, plus structural testing across defense programs.

Qualifications

• 5-8 years with BS; 3-6 years with MS; 0-3 years with PhD or JD
• Experience applying structural analysis to defense application is preferred

Responsibilities

• Apply knowledge of structural analysis to determine adequacy for requirements and regulatory compliance
• Collaborate on structural design, manufacturing and post-delivery of products

Skills

Structural analysis

Finite element modeling

Static analysis

Fatigue analysis

Damage tolerance

Thermal analysis

Vibration analysis

Structural testing

Education

BS

MS

PhD/JD

Job description

PDS Defense, Inc. in Wichita, KS seeks a Structural Analysis Engineer to evaluate structural adequacy for customer requirements and regulatory compliance; and to collaborate on structural design, manufacturing, and post-delivery of products.

The role emphasizes materials technology, finite element modeling, static, fatigue, damage tolerance, thermal and vibration analyses, plus structural testing across defense programs.