Stress Engineer I

Airbus • Wichita, KS

3d • Onsite

About The Position

Airbus Commercial Aircraft is seeking an entry-level Stress Engineer I for its Engineering Team in Wichita, Kansas. The role supports aircraft structure development through static analysis and/or fatigue and damage tolerance (F&DT) analysis of metallic or composite aircraft components. Analysis methods include classical hand calculations and computer-based techniques to develop high-strength-to-weight-ratio structures.

The engineer performs routine structural integrity analyses and may contribute to component sizing, layout maturation, trade studies, weight reduction, certification, and in-service support. The role documents analyses using Airbus computer-based tools and works with F&DT, Design, and other departments to develop solutions. Work is performed with guidance, including planning activities, preparing technical materials, and communicating progress and issues to supervision.

The position is based at Airbus’ engineering facility on the Wichita State University innovation campus. The posting states that remote work may be possible depending on business needs, while the listed remote type is On-site. Domestic and international travel of 5% is involved.

Requirements

• Bachelor of Science in Aero, Civil, or Mechanical Engineering, with strong emphasis on structural design and analysis and mechanics of materials.
• 0 to 3 years of total experience in static/F&DT stress analysis involving airframe structures and/or system installation projects.
• Authorized to work in the United States without current or future need for visa sponsorship.
• Understand basic technical principles, theories, and concepts and apply textbook solutions to routine technical problems.
• Ability to work independently and collectively in a dynamic, fast-paced environment.
• Dependable, self-motivated, and accessible.
• Ability to prioritize concurrent assignments with guidance.
• Ability to read and interpret engineering drawings, technical procedures, and bill of material systems.
• Ability to create and deliver technical documents and presentations with guidance.
• Strong computer background, including MS Excel and Google Suite applications such as Docs, Sheets, Slides, and Gmail.
• Effective verbal and written communication in English.
• Interpersonal skills to interface effectively with personnel at all levels and across disciplines.
• 5% domestic and international travel.

Nice To Haves

• Master’s degree in an engineering discipline.
• Minor in Computer Science.
• Aerospace engineering internship with airframe experience.
• Prior Airbus engineering internship experience.
• Software coding experience in C, C++, Python, or other programming languages.
• Conversational French and/or German.

Responsibilities

• Perform simple or routine analyses to verify structural integrity requirements, including detail part sizing, layout maturation, trade studies, weight reduction, certification activity, and in-service support.
• Document analyses for trade studies or detail drawing sign-off for airframe structures using Airbus computer-based tools such as SAP, CATIA, and VPM.
• Collaborate with F&DT, Design, and other Airbus departments to develop optimum solutions; perform functional and technical tasks with guidance.
• Develop materials for team briefings to internal and/or external customers.
• Understand project planning requirements and implement activities to meet customer requirements.
• Communicate issues, solutions, ideas, and current work status to supervision or the Lead.
• Identify and support local initiatives to improve team efficiency through process, methods, and tools improvements.

Benefits

• Competitive base salary and incentive compensation, which may include profit-sharing schemes.
• Retirement savings plan and ability to participate in an Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP).
• Paid time off, including personal time and holidays.
• Paid parental leave program.
• Medical insurance, including traditional and high-deductible health plans.
• Prescription coverage.
• Dental insurance.
• Vision insurance.
• Life insurance.
• Disability coverage.
• Employee Assistance Plan (EAP) and other supplemental benefit coverages.
• Upskilling and development opportunities through Leadership University, including access to more than 10,000 e-learning courses.
• Opportunities for certifications, career development, accelerated development programs, and national and international mobility.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level