Structural Analysis Engineer

Aerostructures Stress Analysis Engineer

Location: Tallassee, Alabama

Key Skills - Stress Analysis

• Stress tools: HyperX / Sizer (Adon), Simcenter 3D
• Nastran, Patran, Aero structures
• Ability to perform stress analysis without tools (hand calculations)

Job Description

• Minimum 5+ years of experience in aerostructure analysis, including composite analysis
• Strong knowledge of primary and secondary aircraft structures and load behaviors
• Perform stress analysis for composite and metallic structures including:
  • General strength and stiffness analysis
  • Buckling and stability
  • Fastener and joint strength
  • Composite sandwich and thermoset panels
  • Damage tolerance (open-hole strength, compression-after-impact)
• Experience with structural design concepts such as wingbox, load paths, and interfaces
• Finite Element Analysis using Nastran/Patran, Simcenter 3D (model creation, modification, post-processing)
• Preparation of stress reports, reserve factor summaries, and certification documents
• Ability to work independently with minimal supervision and guide junior engineers
• Risk identification, mitigation planning, and technical problem resolution
• Support qualification, compliance, and customer technical reviews