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Current openings:

Structural Analysis Engineer II  (Full Time)
Department: All Openings, Engineering

POSITION SUMMARY:

Responsibilities involve performing stress analysis for new and derivative designs of Part 23 aircraft structures and other related activities. This includes review of Engineering drawings, preparing load calculations and writing substantiation reports in collaboration with the Structural Engineering group and Structural Unit Members providing approvals.

QUALIFICATIONS:

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform essential job functions satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS:

• Perform static and dynamic structural analysis of metallic and composite structures and fatigue life assessment using both manual (textbook theory) analysis and finite element analysis modeling to guide product design and design changes.
• Build Finite Element Models to determine internal loads, locate stress concentrations and perform analysis on components.
• Create stress analysis reports and/or test plans for substantiation.
• Support static/fatigue test execution and test results.
• Review drawings, specifications, service bulletins, reports, etc.
• Document compliance with FAA regulations covering structural strength, crash protection, interiors item, basic loads, weight balance, fatigue life, and flight test instrumentation.
• Determine and develop approaches to solutions that are lightest, lowest in cost and high quality and consistent with schedule and budget objectives.
• Acts in collaboration with representatives in other disciplines (design, mass properties, manufacturing, materials & processes, etc.) and with Senior Structural Analysis Engineers.
• Perform other related duties as required.
• Works under limited supervision.

 SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES:

This job has no supervisory responsibilities.  May be required to train and assist other employees.

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE:

Requires a Bachelor’s degree in mechanical or aerospace engineering; a minimum of 3 years in structural analysis, test and design or equivalent education and experience is desired.

Detailed knowledge of aircraft with respect to structure, materials and processes specifications, and certification requirements is essential. Working knowledge of Code of Federal Regulations (CFR) Part 23.

Experience in Finite Element analysis and modeling is required.  Familiarity with computer programming is preferred. 

WORK ENVIRONMENT:

While performing the duties of this job, the employee frequently works in an office environment.  The employee may be occasionally exposed to a manufacturing environment and elements such as odor, noise, dust, heat, cold, chemicals, or some other elements less desirable than usually found in an office.

Travel and overtime are required when necessary.  This position is onsite at the Vero Beach, FL facility and does not include telecommuting.