Senior Structural Engineer (Hybrid - Aguadilla, PR)

RTX•Aguadilla, PR

8d•Hybrid

About The Position

At RTX, the world's largest aerospace and defense company, 185,000 great minds are united by purpose and inspired to make a difference solving the world’s most complex problems. With our three market leading businesses, world-class operations and investments in research and development, we offer capabilities and opportunity no one else can. Together, we push the boundaries of known science and find new ways to connect and protect our world. Collins Aerospace is a leader in technologically advanced, intelligent solutions that help redefine the aerospace and defense industry. With a comprehensive portfolio and deep technical expertise, we help customers meet the demands of the global market. Join us and help shape the future of aerospace and defense. This position will sit at our Aguadilla, PR location. You must be residing in Puerto Rico at the time of starting employment. Relocation is not offered. This role is categorized as hybrid, with 3 days onsite and 2 days remote following the schedule assigned by the Manager.

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
Demonstrated professional experience communicating in English across all levels of an organization (verbal and written).
U.S. citizenship is required, as only U.S. citizens are authorized to access information under this program/contract.
Ability to obtain and maintain a U.S. government issued security clearance.

Nice To Haves

Experience with finite element analysis software for structural considerations (ANSYS Mechanical or similar).
Experience with the calculation and documentation of modal analysis, internal stress loading, fatigue, and safety margins.
Experience researching and investigating structural design solutions.
Strong Microsoft Office skills including Excel, Outlook, Word, PowerPoint.
Active U.S. DoD Security Clearance.
Knowledge in analysis of composite materials such as fiberglass, phenolic and carbon fiber
Experience in the aerospace industry, specifically with aircraft interiors.
Experience running fatigue analysis
Experience with 3D CAD software (Solidworks, Creo, CATIA, NX, or similar) and the ability to apply best practices with said tools.
Knowledge of standards such as 14 CFR Part 25, MIL-STD-810, RTCA DO-160.
Experience in developing automaton tools using Excel API, Python, Visual Basic

Responsibilities

Communicate technical topics and issues in a clear and concise manner to both technical peers as well as non-technical team members.
Review engineering drawings and models for structural integrity and compliance with FAA regulations.
Conduct and provide constructive feedback during peer reviews.
Mentor and document knowledge to provide technical guidance to both members of own team and beyond.
Work proactively with an integrated product team (IPT) to identify risks and opportunities.
Coordinate with and contribute to design teams on designs to ensure robust design choices and compliance with program requirements for environmental needs, such as shock, vibration, and crash loading per standards.
Document results from analyses both for internal and external customers such that data can be easily referenced in the future or support customer airworthiness certification on military airborne platforms.
Participate in and lead investigations into highly complex, open-ended tasks.
Search for and identify root cause of issues.
Perform as functional “Lead” for the stress team on specific project(s)