Structural Design Engineer (Contract)

General Summary:

This position provides structural engineering design for primary and secondary metallic and composite aircraft structures.

Duties and Responsibilities:

• Conduct Integrated Product Team coordination with systems engineering, manufacturing, production and quality to meet IPT requirements
• Ensures material and standards selection in line with industry norms and meet all regulatory and company requirements
• Ensures adherence to program schedule as well as program cost targets
• Develops structural layouts and concepts
• Holds design reviews and presentations on various structures of the aircraft
• Interfaces with vendor/suppliers when required
• Designs and develops primary and secondary structures to meet certification and aircraft requirements
• Develops load paths and initial stress calculations to optimize primary and secondary structure

Qualifications, Experience, and Skills:

• Proficient in technical requirements writing
• Strong skills in Catia V5 or equivalent 3D modeling tools, TeamCenter or equivalent PLM tool required
• Strong working knowledge of aircraft structures design
• Demonstrated technical communication skills
• Bachelor’s degree in engineering or equivalent years of work experience in lieu of formal education required
• Strong working knowledge of Microsoft Office Suites
• Experience with Catia kinematics and FEM modules desired
• Strong working knowledge of GD&T
• Experience of structural design for certification to Part 23 or 25 standards
• Systems integration and supplier management
• Knowledge of composite part design and Catia CPD module

Physical Requirements:

1. Prolonged periods sitting at a desk and working on a computer.

2. Must be able to lift up to 15 pounds at a time.

3. Must be able to access and inspect all areas of aircraft.

4. Must be willing to travel on occasion to support business needs.