Structures Analyst- Staff/Senior

Aurora Flight Sciences; Cambridge (MA); On-site; USD 92,000 - 199,000; Full time

Job summary

Aurora Flight Sciences is seeking a Structures Analyst-Staff/Senior in Cambridge, MA. This role involves defining processes, leading teams, and writing technical reports. Candidates should have a Bachelor's in Aerospace/Mechanical Engineering and at least 5 years of experience, with strong skills in classical hand analysis and 3D CAD software. The annual salary ranges from $92,000 to $199,000 based on experience and qualifications.

Qualifications

• Ability to obtain a US Security Clearance for US Citizenship.
• Typically 5 or more years of related experience.
• Strong experience in classical analysis for metal and composite components.

Responsibilities

• Define and document process and certification results.
• Develop analytical processes/tools for improvement.
• Write technical reports and provide guidance to analysts.

Skills

English communication skills

Proficiency with Microsoft Office 365

Classical hand analysis

3D CAD software proficiency

Experience with FEA packages

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Aerospace / Mechanical Engineering

Tools

CATIA V5

SolidWorks

ANSYS

MATLAB

Job description

Position Overview

At Aurora Flight Sciences, we design, build, and fly advanced aircraft and enabling technologies from concept to reality. We are searching for a talented and self‑motivated Structures Analyst‑ Staff/Senior to help us create the future of flight. Responsibilities will include but not be limited to the following:

Responsibilities

• Define and document process, certification, and test results to substantiate for customers and regulatory agencies that requirements are satisfied.
• Develop analytical processes/tools to improve effectiveness, quality, and efficiency of the development effort.
• Work as an individual contributor under minimal direction.
• Write technical reports that are accurate, clear, and comprehensive with minimal review. Provide review and feedback to other analysts.
• Lead small teams (3+) and give technical guidance during any stage/level of a program development.
• Be proactive in teaching others, sharing experiences, and learning new skills.
• Maintain good communication with customers, leadership, or teammates.

Minimum Requirements

• Ability to obtain a US Security Clearance for which the US Government requires US Citizenship.
• Bachelor's Degree in Aerospace / Mechanical Engineering or related discipline and typically 5 or more years of related experience.
• Strong English written, verbal, and electronic communication skills.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office 365 and Windows 10.
• Strong experience in classical hand analysis for strength and stability of metallic and composite components.
• Experience with a 3D CAD package CATIA V5, SolidWorks, Creo, NX/Unigraphics, Fusion 360, etc.
• Ability to explain and present analysis and assumptions in a rational manner to customers, leadership, and teammates.

Preferred Requirements

• Demonstrate proficiency in FEM idealization and good modeling practices using Femap, Nastran, ANSYS, Abacus or other FEA packages.
• Working knowledge of MIL‑HDBK‑516, or FAR Part 23, 25, 27 certification requirements
• Experience with prototype development and testing of airframe primary structure
• Automate workflows for speed and efficiency using Microsoft Office 365, VBA, Python, Matlab, or Boeing custom tools
• Experience with fatigue and damage tolerance analysis, categorization of part criticality
• Experience in writing certification reports for Military or FAR Part 23/25/27
• Experience working with FAA or Military DERs
• Resource planning and task estimation for a complex effort supporting bid & proposal
• Able to support the resolution of complex aircraft structural challenges by applying various learned aerospace industry standard classical analysis techniques for both metallic and composite structures
• Cross-disciplinary interests are strongly desired; we love people that combine world‑class expertise with a diverse background, hands‑on experience, and interesting hobbies

Physical Requirements

• Ability to work on‑site on a weekly basis at our Manassas, VA or Cambridge, MA locations.

Salary Range (Annualized USD)

• Minimum Range: $92,000.00 to $164,000.00
• Maximum Range: $112,000.00 to $199,000.00

Equal Opportunity Employer

Aurora Flight Sciences, A Boeing Company, is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Employment decisions are made without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, physical or mental disability, genetic factors, military/veteran status or other characteristics protected by law.