Sr Stress Engineer

Airbus•Wichita, KS

1d•Onsite

About The Position

Airbus Commercial Aircraft is looking for a Senior Stress Engineer to join our Engineering department based in Wichita, Kansas. You will be part of a team that supports the development of aircraft structures as a Static Stress analyst. Duties include performing complex static analysis for both metallic and non-metallic parts while working in close collaboration with design and fatigue colleagues to provide quality solutions. Methods include the use of both classical hand calculations and computer techniques to develop high strength to weight ratio structures.

Requirements

Bachelor of Science (BS) Degree in Engineering (Aero, Civil, Mechanical) with a strong curriculum emphasis on structural design and analysis and mechanics of materials.
9 years total experience in static stress analysis with airframe structures.
Position requires in-depth knowledge of technical principles of engineering. Applied knowledge of technical documentation, techniques and procedures.
A strong computer background, including MS Office application experience (Outlook, Excel, Word, PowerPoint) and Google Suite application experience (Docs, Sheets, Slides, Gmail).
Authorized to Work in the US
Working knowledge of all Airbus Structures.

Responsibilities

Autonomously perform complex analyses to verify that structural integrity requirements have been met. Team assignments may include detail part sizing, layout maturation, trade study analysis, weight reduction efforts, certification activity, or in-service support.
Document analyses in support of trade studies or detail drawing sign-off for airframe structure.
Liaise with Design, Fatigue and other appropriate Airbus departments to come up with optimum design solutions.
Mentor and provide leadership to less experienced structural analysts.
Leads in the preparation of complex business and technical material and presentation packages.
Accept broad objectives with agreed deadlines and establish the tasks required and how they should be completed. Works independently.
Demonstrates a high level of listening and oral skills by leading discussions on issues, solutions, ideas, and status of work.
Applies extensive technical expertise and has full knowledge of other related disciplines.
Ability to obtain Static Authorizer Technical Signatory. Has obtained and utilizes Static Approver Signatory effectively.
Guides and/or leads the successful completion of projects and execute activities to achieve customer requirements.
Key technical contact on contracts and projects. Interacts with senior external personnel on major technical matters.

Benefits

Competitive base salary
incentive compensation which may include profit sharing schemes
retirement savings plan
Employee Stock Ownership Plan (“ESOP”)
Paid time off including personal time
holidays
generous paid parental leave program
Comprehensive insurance coverage including medical (traditional and high-deductible health plans)
prescription
dental
vision
life
disability
Employee Assistance Plan (“EAP”)
other supplemental benefit coverages
Upskilling and development opportunities through our global Leadership University
unlimited access to 10,000+ e-learning courses focusing on ways to develop your employability, certifications, career path
opportunity to participate in accelerated development programmes
national and international mobility
flexible working arrangements