Stress Engineer - Red Oak, TX

This is a long term / contract to direct position.

In this role, you will

• Perform structural analysis using classical hand analysis methods and finite element analysis on metallic and non-metallic structure.
• Understand customer requirements and prepare formal, controlled engineering documentation (i.e. structural analysis reports, specifications, etc.).
• Prepare and present design review material in support of technical interchange meetings with suppliers and external/internal customers.
• Review designs for preliminary sizing of structural reinforcements and load path definition for structural modifications.
• Support design process from preliminary/conceptual design through critical/detail design.
• Write, Review or Approve structural substantiation reports that meet technical requirements for the program and certifying authorities (TCCA/FAA/EASA).
• Assess primary structure, secondary structure, and flight test installations from a static strength perspective.
• Perform fatigue and damage tolerance assessments based on customer’s mission profile requirements.
• Perform Material Review Board (MRB) duties in support of operations activities (as required).

Our ideal candidate

• You must have a Bachelor of Engineering or equivalent.
• You must have a minimum of 10 years of relevant stress engineering experience.
• Per US ITAR (International Traffic in Arms Regulations) Requirements, must be a U.S. Citizen or U.S. Permanent Resident (Green Card Holder).
• You must have proficiency in FEM tools (i.e. Patran, Nastran, Nasgro, Altair).
• You must have proficiency with all Microsoft Office software applications.
• You have proficiency with CATIA V5.
• You have an understanding of civil aircraft certification rules and experience in certification procedures.
• You must have excellent communication and listening skills, and the ability to interface constructively and effectively in a cross functional team environment.
• You must be able to work independently and efficiently multitask.
• You must have a good understanding of aircraft structural load path and have experience with analysis methodologies for various primary and secondary structural components (static, fatigue and damage tolerance).
• MRB is an asset (might be a requirement for some positions).
• Experience in an integration role or function is an asset.