Stress Analyst – Aircraft Structures

About the role

The Stress Analyst will develop and analyze primary and secondary aircraft structural parts and assemblies, supporting new aircraft product development from concept through prototype manufacturing.

Key responsibilities

• Utilize first‑principle methods and design tools to create new aircraft products.
• Own development of metallic and composite structural components from preliminary design to prototype.
• Perform detailed finite‑element modeling and analysis (strength, buckling, damage tolerance, delamination) at component, assembly, and aircraft levels.
• Apply design‑for‑manufacturing concepts to deliver cost‑effective, manufacturable solutions.
• Conduct trade studies and research to optimize weight, performance, cost, and schedule.
• Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams and provide onsite engineering support at manufacturing and integration sites.

Required profile

• Bachelor's degree in Aerospace or Mechanical Engineering or equivalent experience.
• 5+ years of experience in aerospace structures design, analysis, or related roles.
• Eligibility for an active U.S. Secret security clearance.
• Self‑driven with strong problem‑solving and communication abilities.

Required skills

• Proficiency in CAD software (Siemens NX preferred).
• Experience with structural modeling and simulation tools such as ANSYS, NASTRAN, FEMAP.
• Strong knowledge of material properties, stress analysis, fatigue assessment, and composite mechanics.
• Hands‑on experience with manufacturing processes and prototype design for uncrewed aircraft.