Structural Analyst II – Engines

Jobtailor; Alabama; On-site; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

Jobtailor is seeking a structural analyst to perform detailed hand calculations and FEA on aerospace structures and pressurized systems for new designs and improvements.

You will collaborate with multidisciplinary teams, author structural analysis reports to release drawings, support test plans, and create analysis tools to improve efficiency and accuracy. This role requires clear communication of results and the ability to balance multiple tasks in a fast-paced environment.

Qualifications

• 3+ years of structural analysis experience using commercial FEA tools and hand calculations.
• Experience with structural analysis of pressurized components and high-performance hardware.
• Solid understanding of structural mechanics and fatigue.
• Knowledge of engineering materials and their applications.
• Ability to communicate analysis results effectively.

Responsibilities

• Perform detailed hand calculations and FEA of aerospace structures and pressurized systems for new designs and improvements.
• Collaborate with multidisciplinary team members and contribute to design development activities.
• Author structural analysis reports to support release of drawings and documents.
• Support test plan development to verify requirements and generate material and structural data.
• Create and update analysis tools to improve efficiency and accuracy of analysis.

Skills

FEA tools

Hand calculations

Aerospace structures

Fatigue analysis

Materials knowledge

Communication

Team collaboration

Self-direction

Education

Bachelor's degree or higher in Aerospace Engineering, Propulsion Engineering, Mechanical Engineering

Tools

FEA software

Job description

Responsibilities

• Perform detailed hand calculations and FEA of aerospace structures and pressurized systems for new designs, design improvements, and for non-conforming hardware.
• Effectively and constructively collaborate with team members from various fields and backgrounds, providing inputs for design development activities and trade studies.
• Author structural analysis reports to support release of engineering drawings and documents.
• Support test plan development to verify requirements and generate material and structural data necessary to establish confidence in design solutions.
• Create and update analysis tools to improve efficiency and/or accuracy of analysis.

Requirements

• 3+ years of experience in structural analysis using commercial FEA tools and hand‑calculations.
• Experience with structural analysis of pressurized components, secondary/ancillary hardware, fluid lines/ducts, and/or similar high‑performance hardware.
• Solid understanding of structural analysis/mechanics and fatigue.
• Knowledge of engineering materials and their applications.
• Ability to communicate analysis results effectively.
• Ability to work in teams.
• Ability to be self‑directed and balance several tasks simultaneously.
• B.S. degree or higher in Aerospace Engineering, Propulsion Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, or equivalent.
• Ability to earn trust, maintain positive and professional relationships, and contribute to a culture of inclusion.
• Must be a U.S. citizen or national, U.S. permanent resident (current Green Card holder), or lawfully admitted into the U.S. as a refugee or granted asylum.

Core Competencies

Demonstrates expertise in structural analysis and mechanics, particularly for aerospace structures and pressurized systems, utilizing FEA tools and hand calculations. Proficient in authoring technical reports and collaborating effectively within multidisciplinary teams.