Structures Engineer

Torch Technologies, Inc.; Huntsville (AL); On-site; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

Torch Technologies seeks a Structures Engineer to support a critical government program by providing technical oversight of OEM structural testing and ensuring airworthiness of aerospace systems.

This role involves collaborating with government engineers, OEMs, and IPTs to resolve technical challenges, review test plans, analyze data, and develop mitigation strategies. Onsite at Redstone Arsenal with 0–20% travel; full-time position supporting DoD aerospace programs.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in aerospace or mechanical engineering or related field.
• 5+ years of aerospace structural engineering experience.
• Ability to obtain and maintain secret clearance.
• Experience with structural analysis, test evaluation, and airworthiness/certification.
• Strong analytical, problem-solving, and decision-making skills.
• Experience in DoD, federal, or aerospace environments.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Provide technical oversight of OEM structural test plans, procedures, and schedules.
• Analyze structural test data and prepare briefings, reports, and risk assessments for program leadership.
• Collaborate with government engineers, OEMs, and cross-functional IPTs to resolve technical challenges and ensure program alignment.
• Develop and review test evaluations, system procedures, and engineering assessments.
• Witness static, dynamic, and fatigue tests and ensure adherence to approved methodologies.
• Identify technical risks related to airframe structures and develop mitigation strategies.
• Support program execution through planning, coordination, and Earned Value Management as a control account manager.

Skills

Analytical thinking

Problem-solving

Decision-making

Communication

Teamwork

Independent work

DoD/aerospace environment

Education

Bachelor's degree in aerospace or mechanical engineering

Tools

Finite Element Analysis (FEA)

MBSE tools (3DX)

Job description

Torch Technologies

Torch Technologies is seeking a Structures Engineer to join our team and support a critical government program office by providing technical oversight of OEM structural testing activities and ensuring the integrity, compliance, and airworthiness of advanced aerospace systems.

As a Structures Engineer, your duties will include the following, but are not limited to:

• Provide technical oversight and evaluation of OEM structural test plans, procedures, and schedules to ensure compliance with government requirements
• Analyze structural test data and independently assess results, preparing briefings, reports, and risk assessments for program leadership
• Collaborate with government engineers, OEMs, and cross-functional Integrated Product Teams (IPTs) to resolve technical challenges and ensure program alignment
• Develop and review technical documentation including test evaluations, system procedures, and engineering assessments
• Support structural testing activities by witnessing static, dynamic, and fatigue tests and ensuring adherence to approved methodologies
• Engage with stakeholders and leadership through technical working groups, providing subject matter expertise and guidance on structural systems
• Identify technical risks related to airframe structures and develop mitigation strategies to support program execution and airworthiness certification
• Support program execution through planning, coordination, and Earned Value Management (EVM) responsibilities as a control account manager

Qualifications

• U.S. Citizenship
• Bachelor's Degree in Aerospace Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, or a related field
• 5+ years of relevant experience in aerospace structural engineering or related field
• Ability to obtain and maintain a secret level clearance
• Experience supporting structural analysis, test evaluation, and airworthiness or certification activities
• Strong analytical, problem-solving, and decision-making skills
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a team environment
• Strong written and verbal communication skills
• Experience working in DoD, federal, or aerospace engineering environments

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience supporting DoD or Federal programs, particularly Army or aviation programs
• Familiarity with Finite Element Analysis (FEA) tools and structural analysis methods
• Experience working with cross-functional teams, OEMs, and government stakeholders
• Strong technical documentation, briefing, and reporting experience
• Familiarity with systems engineering, airworthiness certification, and structural test methodologies
• Advanced degree in Aerospace or Mechanical Engineering or related field; experience with MBSE tools (e.g., 3DX) preferred

Schedule: M-F; 8-5
Work Location: Onsite, Redstone Arsenal
Travel: Yes, 0-20%
Relocation Assistance Available: No
Position Contingent Upon Award of Contract: No

Benefits

Torch Technologies is proud to offer a stable and professional work environment, a competitive salary, and an excellent, comprehensive benefit package including: ESOP participation, 401(k) match and safe-harbor contribution, medical, dental, vision, life insurance, short-term disability, long-term disability, flexible spending accounts, Health Saving Accounts and Health Reimbursement Accounts, EAP, education assistance, paid time off, and holidays.

Applying to Torch Technologies

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