Composite Stress Engineer

RTX • Jacksonville, FL

77d • $82,000 - $164,000

About The Position

Joining Collins Aerospace isn't just about finding a job; it's about embarking on a journey to redefine the future of aerospace technology. Collins Aerospace, an RTX company, is a leader in technologically advanced and intelligent solutions for the global aerospace and defense industry. Collins Aerospace has the capabilities, comprehensive portfolio, and expertise to solve customers' toughest challenges and to meet the demands of a rapidly evolving global market. We are looking for a Composites Stress Engineer / Structural Analyst to work at our Engineered Polymer Products (EPP) division, located in Jacksonville, Florida. You will be supporting New Product Introduction (NPI) and Research and Development (R&D) projects. You will have an opportunity to work hands-on with the fabrication process for new composite & polymer products. You will be part of a team that is developing and manufacturing advanced, high-performance composites in marine applications for surface ships and submarines for the U.S. Navy. Position is onsite at Blount Island in Jacksonville, FL. Relocation assistance available.

Requirements

• Typically requires a degree in Science, Technology, Engineering or Mathematics (STEM) and minimum 5 years prior relevant experience or an Advanced Degree in a related field and minimum 3 years of experience
• Experience with Finite Element analysis methods and tools using Abaqus CAE
• Experience modeling multilayer orthotropic composite materials using Abaqus CAE
• Knowledge of composite material mechanical properties
• Knowledge of composite failure theories
• Experience with a 3D modeling software, preferably SolidWorks
• Experience with MS Office (Excel, Word and PowerPoint)
• The ability to obtain and maintain a U.S. government issued security clearance is required.

Nice To Haves

• Experience with both static and dynamic FE analysis methods
• Experience with modeling elastomeric materials in FE analysis
• Experience with modeling non-linear materials
• Knowledge of mechanical vibrations and modal analysis
• Experience with modeling hydrodynamic load cases
• Experience with modeling UNDEX load cases
• Master's degree in Mechanical, Civil, or Materials Engineering

Responsibilities

• Perform strength, fatigue, and fracture analyses of composite structures
• Construct and analyze finite element structural models using ABAQUS CAE software
• Perform preliminary sizing and detailed analysis of major structural components using classical hand analysis and FEA methods in support of preliminary design effort and formal drawing release
• Assist with preliminary design trade studies
• Prepare high quality detailed stress reports for customer review and approval
• Review drawings with other company disciplines and provide structures input
• Be responsible and accountable for all assigned stress tasks and their completion dates
• Ensure compliance to established engineering methodologies
• Communicate and make technical presentations to internal and external customers
• Collaborate with engineering design team to support rapid design cycles
• Conduct peer reviews of structural analysis work performed by other stress engineers or outside contractors
• Interface with the customers to ensure product requirements and structural analysis expectations are being met
• Travel domestically up to 5%

Benefits

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance
• Three weeks of vacation for newly hired employees
• Generous 401(k) plan that includes employer matching funds and separate employer retirement contribution, including a Lifetime Income Strategy option
• Tuition reimbursement program
• Student Loan Repayment Program
• Life insurance and disability coverage
• Optional coverages you can buy pet insurance, home and auto insurance, additional life and accident insurance, critical illness insurance, group legal, ID theft protection
• Birth, adoption, parental leave benefits
• Ovia Health, fertility, and family planning
• Adoption Assistance
• Autism Benefit
• Employee Assistance Plan, including up to 10 free counseling sessions
• Healthy You Incentives, wellness rewards program
• Doctor on Demand, virtual doctor visits
• Bright Horizons, child and elder care services
• Teladoc Medical Experts, second opinion program
• Relocation assistance available

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Industry: Transportation Equipment Manufacturing
• Education Level: Bachelor's degree
• Number of Employees: 5,001-10,000 employees