Structural Engineer II

The Ash Group; Plano (TX); On-site; USD 58,000 - 83,000; Full time

Job summary

The Ash Group seeks a Structural Engineer II for a 12-month contract in Plano, TX, onsite. The role focuses on designing aerospace structures, performing static and dynamic analyses, and validating via FEA. Collaboration across multidisciplinary teams ensures structural integrity for mission payloads and aircraft systems.

Qualifications include a BS in engineering and 3–5 years’ experience with SolidWorks/Catia and 3D tools, plus familiarity with NASGRO/AFGROW for fatigue and damage tolerance.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical, Aerospace, Civil Engineering or related discipline.
• 3–5 years of relevant structural engineering experience.
• Experience with SolidWorks/Catia and 3D tools in aerospace structures.
• Experience with static and/or dynamic analyses and FEA tools.
• Ability to work in multidisciplinary design and development teams.

Responsibilities

• Design and analyze aerospace structures using SolidWorks/Catia and advanced 3D tools.
• Perform static and dynamic analyses to verify structural performance.
• Conduct fatigue and damage tolerance assessments with NASGRO/AFGROW.
• Apply classical hand calculations to support engineering decisions.
• Select materials, hardware and manufacturing processes for optimal design.
• Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to develop new products.
• Prepare substantiation reports and documentation for certification.

Skills

SolidWorks

Catia

FEA

Aerospace structures

Static analysis

Dynamic analysis

Teamwork

Education

B.S. in Mechanical, Aerospace, Civil Engineering

Tools

NASGRO

AFGROW

Job description

*** US Citizens or Green Card Holder Only. No C2C or 3rd Parties ***

The Ash Group is hiring a Structural Engineer II (24531) for our client, a major electricity and natural gas utility provider. This is a 12-month contract working in Plano, TX (Onsite). We are offering a pay rate up to $51 per hour W2 based on skill set.

• Compensation: $51/hr W2
• Benefits: Medical, dental, vision, and direct primary care benefits. After six months of employment, enjoy a 4% matched 401(k) plan with immediate 100% vesting.
• Duration: 12-month contract

Structural Engineer II tasked with designing and validating aerospace structures for advanced mission payloads and aircraft systems. The role involves static and dynamic analysis, FEA, and collaboration across multidisciplinary teams to ensure structural integrity throughout the product lifecycle.

Key Responsibilities

• Design and analyze aerospace structures using SolidWorks/Catia and advanced 3D tools.
• Perform static and dynamic analyses to verify structural performance and compliance.
• Conduct fatigue and damage tolerance assessments with tools such as NASGRO or AFGROW.
• Apply classical hand calculation methods to support engineering decisions.
• Select materials, hardware, and manufacturing processes for optimal design.
• Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to develop new products and processes.
• Prepare substantiation reports and documentation for certification purposes.

Qualifications

• Bachelor of Science in Mechanical, Aerospace, Civil Engineering or related discipline.
• Minimum 3-5 years of relevant experience in structural engineering.
• Must have aerospace, airframe, structure analysis using SolidWorks/Catia and 3D tools
• Experience performing static and/or dynamic analyses and FEA tools are a must.
• Strong understanding of engineering principles and practices.
• Ability to work effectively in multidisciplinary design and development teams.