Structural Analyst

SOGECLAIR•Wichita, KS

47d

About The Position

The stress engineer analyzes the structural integrity of aircraft components to ensure they can withstand operational loads and environmental conditions. They use simulation tools and calculations to assess strength, fatigue, and durability. The role is critical in ensuring safety, reliability, and compliance with aviation standards.

Requirements

Ability to work effectively in a team
Ability to communicate efficiently.
Strong sense of responsibility for assigned tasks.
Must have strong analytical skills.
Ability to manage responsibilities and adapt to workflow.
Must demonstrate adaptability in a dynamic environment.
Ability to take initiative.
Must have a problem-solving mindset.
Bachelor's degree in mechanical or aerospace engineering.
2 to 11+ years of relevant professional experience.
Proficiency in MS Office Suite (Word, Outlook, Excel, and PowerPoint).
Knowledge of CATIA V5 design and modeling software.
Familiarity with NASTRAN, PATRAN, FEMAP, and HYPERMESH software

Nice To Haves

Experience in the aerospace or manufacturing sector is an asset.

Responsibilities

Participate in the definition of concepts for primary and secondary structural elements of aircraft
Analyze primary and secondary structural elements of aircraft using various methods
Review design models to ensure adequacy of design through hand calculations and good engineering judgment.
Conduct finite element analysis (FEA) and validate performance under operational loads.
Ensure analyses are performed in a manner consistent with basic analysis assumptions
Contribute to the definition of certification testing requirements.
Assist in preparing technical reports, stress justifications and certification documents for regulatory approval
Support the development of calculation methodologies.
Collaborate with other technical disciplines related to materials and primary and secondary structural elements of aircraft.
Provide early input to Design regarding Stress requirements.
Perform fatigue and damage tolerance (F&DT) analysis (if required by the role)
Share technical knowledge with team members.
Act as a stress analysis reference point for weight team projects (if required)
Understand AS 9100 standard requirements related to the responsibilities of this position.