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Structures Engineer - Defense
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JOB SUMMARY:
The Structures Engineer, a.k.a. Stress Engineer or Fatigue and Damage Tolerance Engineer, will be engaged and involved with Defense and Special Missions projects at Textron Aviation. Duties may include development of new features on current production aircraft, field support of legacy aircraft, on-going line support, and aftermarket product enhancements. The role is responsible for ensuring the aircraft is structurally sound throughout the operating envelope and ensuring that the airframe is both durable (free from cracks) and tolerant of the unexpected damage that might occur during its operational life.
JOB RESPONSIBILITIES:
Perform advanced structural analysis using a range of mathematical, testing, and computational methods
Assist with material selection, configuration and sizing for new airframe structures as well as providing production and field support for existing aircraft
Work alongside other organizations from engineering, customer service, ISC, flight test, and airworthiness to support a broad range of projects by providing technical expertise.
Provide for design evaluations for production and field support, ensuring that all aircraft meet fatigue, strength, and stability requirements
Work with various groups within Defense and Special Missions Engineering to develop structural test procedures and pass/fail criteria
Support FAA, USG, and foreign authorities in technical discussions on certification issues
Involved in root cause analysis of complex failures to improve aircraft reliability, including support of accident investigations
Keep detailed notes on design changes and production non-conformances
Participate in the development and improvement of the team's processes and tools.
EDUCATION/ EXPERIENCE:
Bachelor's degree required in:
o Aerospace Engineering
o Mechanical Engineering
o Other related field
QUALIFICATIONS:
The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by employees assigned to this job. They are not intended to be an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, and skills required of personnel so classified.
Textron Aviation Inc. must comply with U.S. export control laws and regulations. If a position requires access to sensitive information controlled under these laws and regulations, a successful applicant must be eligible to meet any requirements to access controlled information
The Structures Engineer, a.k.a. Stress Engineer or Fatigue and Damage Tolerance Engineer, will be engaged and involved with Defense and Special Missions projects at Textron Aviation. Duties may include development of new features on current production aircraft, field support of legacy aircraft, on-going line support, and aftermarket product enhancements. The role is responsible for ensuring the aircraft is structurally sound throughout the operating envelope and ensuring that the airframe is both durable (free from cracks) and tolerant of the unexpected damage that might occur during its operational life.
JOB RESPONSIBILITIES:
Perform advanced structural analysis using a range of mathematical, testing, and computational methods
Assist with material selection, configuration and sizing for new airframe structures as well as providing production and field support for existing aircraft
Work alongside other organizations from engineering, customer service, ISC, flight test, and airworthiness to support a broad range of projects by providing technical expertise.
Provide for design evaluations for production and field support, ensuring that all aircraft meet fatigue, strength, and stability requirements
Work with various groups within Defense and Special Missions Engineering to develop structural test procedures and pass/fail criteria
Support FAA, USG, and foreign authorities in technical discussions on certification issues
Involved in root cause analysis of complex failures to improve aircraft reliability, including support of accident investigations
Keep detailed notes on design changes and production non-conformances
Participate in the development and improvement of the team's processes and tools.
EDUCATION/ EXPERIENCE:
Bachelor's degree required in:
o Aerospace Engineering
o Mechanical Engineering
o Other related field
QUALIFICATIONS:
- Experience in basic structural analysis techniques, finite element stress analysis, static and dynamic loads development, and materials
- Knowledge of aircraft design and production methods
- Must be proficient in MS Office
- Professional and diplomatic demeanor
- Strong sense of accountability and integrity
- Time management skills to support multiple concurrent projects
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills
- Must be able to manage projects of various size and scope
The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by employees assigned to this job. They are not intended to be an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, and skills required of personnel so classified.
Textron Aviation Inc. must comply with U.S. export control laws and regulations. If a position requires access to sensitive information controlled under these laws and regulations, a successful applicant must be eligible to meet any requirements to access controlled information
Employers have access to artificial intelligence language tools (“AI”) that help generate and enhance job descriptions and AI may have been used to create this description. The position description has been reviewed for accuracy and Dice believes it to correctly reflect the job opportunity.
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