Stress Engineer

SOGECLAIR•Wichita, KS

13h

About The Position

The Stress Engineer performs structural analysis of metallic and non-metallic structures using classical hand-analysis methods and finite element analysis. The role supports the design process from preliminary and conceptual design through critical and detail design, including preliminary sizing of structural reinforcements and definition of load paths for structural modifications. It assesses primary and secondary structures and flight-test installations for static strength, and performs fatigue and damage-tolerance assessments based on customer mission-profile requirements. The engineer prepares formal, controlled engineering documentation, including structural analysis reports and specifications; prepares and presents design-review material for technical interchange meetings with suppliers and internal and external customers; and writes, reviews, or approves structural substantiation reports that meet program and certification-authority requirements. The role may also perform Material Review Board duties in support of operations. SOGECLAIR describes an international, multicultural work environment, internal mobility opportunities, and continuous training. Its recruitment process includes a pre-qualification phone interview, a technical and HR interview, and an optional second technical interview.

Requirements

Bachelor of Engineering or equivalent.
At least 5 years of relevant stress-engineering experience.
Must be a U.S. citizen or U.S. permanent resident (Green Card holder) to meet US ITAR requirements.
Proficiency with finite element method tools, such as Patran, Nastran, Nasgro, or Altair.
Proficiency with Microsoft Office applications.
Proficiency with CATIA V5.
Understanding of civil aircraft certification rules and experience with certification procedures.
Excellent communication and listening skills, and ability to work constructively and effectively with cross-functional teams.
Ability to work independently and multitask efficiently.
Understanding of aircraft structural load paths and experience with analysis methods for primary and secondary structural components, including static, fatigue, and damage-tolerance analysis.

Nice To Haves

Material Review Board (MRB) experience; noted as an asset, though it may be required for some positions.
Experience in an integration role or function.

Responsibilities

Perform structural analysis using classical hand-analysis methods and finite element analysis on metallic and non-metallic structures.
Understand customer requirements and prepare controlled engineering documentation, including structural analysis reports and specifications.
Prepare and present design-review material for technical interchange meetings with suppliers and internal and external customers.
Review designs for preliminary sizing of structural reinforcements and definition of load paths for structural modifications.
Support design from preliminary and conceptual design through critical and detail design.
Write, review, or approve structural substantiation reports meeting program and certification-authority requirements (TCCA, FAA, and EASA).
Assess primary structures, secondary structures, and flight-test installations for static strength.
Perform fatigue and damage-tolerance assessments based on customer mission-profile requirements.
Perform Material Review Board duties in support of operations, as required.