Structures Design Engineer

Executive Recruiting Group; San Francisco (CA); On-site; USD 100,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

Executive Recruiting Group is seeking a Structures Design Engineer to join their team in San Francisco, California. The ideal candidate will have a strong foundation in structural design principles and 3-10 years of experience. Responsibilities include designing, analyzing composite and metallic structures for high-performance aircraft, collaborating with cross-functional teams, and supporting testing activities. Proficiency in CAD tools and problem-solving skills are essential for success in this role.

Qualifications

• 3-10 years of experience in structural design and analysis.
• Exposure to structural analysis methods (hand calculations, FEA).
• Familiarity with manufacturing processes.

Responsibilities

• Contribute to the design and analysis of composite and metallic structures.
• Support structural layout and configuration development.
• Collaborate with cross‑functional teams to define structural requirements.

Skills

Strong problem-solving skills

Hands-on proficiency in CAD

Familiarity with composite and metallic materials

Ability to work collaboratively

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering, Aerospace Engineering or a related field

Tools

NX

SolidWorks

Nastran

Abaqus

Ansys

Job description

We are seeking a Structures Design Engineer to join our growing team. The ideal candidate has a strong foundation in structural design principles and a passion for solving challenging aerospace problems. You’re eager to apply your engineering education and early career experience to real aircraft hardware, while learning from experienced engineers across disciplines. You’ll play a key role in helping to design, analyze, and test advanced aerospace structures that directly contribute to the performance and safety of our vehicles.

Responsibilities

• Contribute to the design and analysis of composite and metallic structures for high-performance aircraft
• Support structural layout and configuration development with guidance from senior engineers
• Perform CAD modeling, drawings, and basic structural analysis (hand calcs and FEA)
• Assist with trade studies balancing performance, weight, cost, and manufacturability
• Collaborate with cross‑functional teams (aero, propulsion, manufacturing, test) to define and support structural requirements
• Participate in design reviews, manufacturing support, and testing activities
• Document work clearly and maintain configuration control of designs and models
• Learn from senior engineers and steadily grow technical depth and autonomy

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering, Aerospace Engineering or a related field
• 3-10 years of experience in structural design and analysis
• Familiarity with composite and metallic materials, structural design principles, and manufacturing processes
• Hands‑on proficiency in CAD (e.g. NX, SolidWorks, or similar)
• Exposure to structural analysis methods (hand calculations, FEA tools such as Nastran, Abaqus, or Ansys)
• Strong problem‑solving skills and willingness to take initiative
• Ability to work collaboratively in a fast‑paced, multidisciplinary environment
• Enthusiasm for learning, building, and contributing to innovative aerospace vehicles