Structural Engineer 5

Jobtailor; Pascagoula (MS); On-site; USD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

Jobtailor is seeking a Senior Structural Engineer to lead Navy-related design and analysis efforts, developing robust specifications for metals, composites, and non-metals, while supporting cross-functional teams in design, testing, and system integration. You will guide technical work and communicate outcomes to stakeholders.

You will apply advanced methods such as FEMAP and Autodesk NASTRAN, oversee validation and failure analysis, mentor engineers, and travel 10–25% to support multiple

Qualifications

• ABET-accredited engineering degree and years of experience per level.
• U.S. Citizenship is required.
• Subject matter expertise in Navy structural designs.
• Ability to independently lead technical integration activities.
• Proficient with advanced structural analysis tools.
• Strong 3D modeling and CAD skills.
• Knowledge of industry codes and standards.
• Experience with structural testing, validation, and failure analysis.
• Ability to manage complex engineering projects with cross-functional teams.
• Willingness to travel 10–25% of the time.

Responsibilities

• Analyze, research, and develop structural engineering specs for metals, non-metals, and composites.
• Support product design and operation across multiple systems and drawings.
• Analyze damage tolerance, durability, design allowables, and structural modeling.
• Perform dynamics and loads, stability, fatigue, and thermal analyses.
• Serve as senior Structural Engineer on Navy programs.
• Lead technical integration activities with Navy stakeholders.
• Apply advanced engineering principles to solve complex problems.
• Serve as an organizational spokesperson on advanced projects.
• Advise management and customers on advanced technical studies.

Skills

Leadership

Project Management

Cross-Functional Collaboration

Advisory Skills

Navy Structural Designs

Advanced Structural Analysis

Education

ABET-accredited BS in Engineering

ABET-accredited MS in Engineering

ABET-accredited PhD in Engineering

Tools

FEMAP

Autodesk NASTRAN

3D CAD Tools

Job description

• Analyze, research, and develop structural engineering specifications for metals, non-metallic, and composite structural materials
• Support product design and operation across structures, mechanical, hydraulic, electrical, electronics, power plant, armament, heating and ventilating, equipment, and maintenance designs
• Analyze damage tolerance, durability, design allowables, and structural modeling
• Perform dynamics and loads, stability, stress fatigue, and thermal analysis
• Serve as senior Structural Engineer supporting multiple Navy programs
• Lead technical integration activities with Navy engineering stakeholders
• Apply advanced technical principles, theories, and concepts
• Solve unusually complex technical problems with highly innovative solutions
• Serve as organization spokesperson on advanced projects and programs
• Advise management and customers on advanced technical research studies and applications

Requirements

• Bachelor of Science degree in Engineering from an ABET accredited university and 14 years of experience, or Master of Science degree in Engineering from an ABET accredited university and 12 years of experience, or PhD in Engineering from an ABET accredited university and 9 years of experience
• U.S. Citizenship required
• Subject matter expertise in Navy structural designs
• Ability to independently lead technical integration activities
• Advanced structural analysis tools such as FEMAP and Autodesk NASTRAN
• Strong proficiency in 3D modeling and CAD tools
• Deep knowledge of industry codes and standards
• Experience with structural testing, validation, and failure analysis
• Ability to manage complex engineering projects with cross-functional teams
• Travel 10%-25% of the time

Core Competencies

Demonstrates advanced expertise in structural engineering, particularly in Navy structural designs, with a strong focus on complex analysis, modeling, and integration of engineering principles across various systems. Proven ability to lead technical projects and collaborate with cross-functional teams to deliver innovative solutions.

Highest-signal resume keywords

• Structural Engineering
• Navy Structural Designs
• Advanced Structural Analysis Tools
• 3D Modeling and CAD Tools
• Project Management

Hard Skills

• Structural Analysis
• Damage Tolerance Analysis
• Thermal Analysis
• Stress Fatigue Analysis
• FEMAP
• Autodesk NASTRAN
• Structural Testing
• Validation
• Failure Analysis
• Design Allowables

Soft Skills

• Problem Solving
• Leadership
• Communication
• Collaboration
• Advisory Skills

Industry Keywords

• Engineering Degree
• ABET Accreditation
• U.S. Citizenship
• Industry Codes and Standards
• Cross-Functional Teams
• Technical Integration Activities