Structural Engineer

BROWN TECHNOLOGIES INCORPORATED•Huntsville, AL

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About The Position

Brown Technologies is currently seeking a Structural Engineer who is a self-starter supporting the USG customer. DESCRIPTION: We are seeking a Structural Engineer with a strong background in defense and aerospace structural analysis and design to join our team. The ideal candidate will have extensive experience supporting structural integrity assessments for military platforms, with a preference for candidates who also have technical expertise in fatigue and fracture mechanics, composite structures, and/or dynamic loading environments. This role requires a thorough understanding of structural analysis methods, qualification and certification processes, applicable military and civilian design standards, and Statements of Work (SOWs). Candidates with Army aviation or ground vehicle structural engineering experience are strongly preferred, though Navy or Air Force structural engineering experience is also acceptable. Experience with Model-Based Systems Engineering (MBSE) and finite element analysis (FEA) is a plus. This position is critical to driving program success, ensuring structural airworthiness and platform safety, and fostering collaboration across engineering disciplines.

Requirements

U.S. Citizen with the ability to obtain a Secret Clearance
Bachelor's degree in Aerospace Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Civil Engineering, or a related field
Minimum 5–10 years of experience in structural engineering within a defense or aerospace acquisition environment (Army preferred; Navy or Air Force acceptable)
Strong technical knowledge in structural analysis, materials, fatigue/fracture mechanics, and/or composite structures
Thorough understanding of structural qualification and certification processes, testing methodologies, and SOW development
Proven leadership, communication, and teamwork skills

Nice To Haves

Master's degree in Aerospace Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Structural Engineering, or a related field
Experience with FEA tools (e.g., NASTRAN, ABAQUS, ANSYS) and MBSE methodologies
Familiarity with Army aviation or ground vehicle structural standards and acquisition processes

Responsibilities

Lead and support structural engineering efforts across defense acquisition programs, ensuring alignment with organizational goals and timelines.
Perform structural analysis, including static, dynamic, fatigue, and fracture assessments for aerospace or ground vehicle platforms.
Develop, review, and manage SOWs and engineering deliverables to ensure clarity and alignment with program requirements.
Collaborate with cross-functional teams to support structural qualification, certification, and testing efforts.
Apply systems engineering principles to integrate structural designs with broader platform requirements.
Support MBSE initiatives and FEA modeling efforts to enhance program efficiency and analytical fidelity.
Ensure compliance with applicable structural standards, regulations, and policies (e.g., MIL-HDBK-5/MMPDS, MIL-STD-1530, FAR/JAR).
Build and maintain strong relationships with stakeholders, including government and industry partners.