Senior Structural Analysis Engineer

2 weeks ago


Vero Beach, Florida, United States Piper Aircraft Full time

Key Responsibilities

The role encompasses conducting stress evaluations and associated tasks for innovative and modified designs of Part 23 aircraft structures, while also assisting in various Certification-related endeavors. This involves examining Engineering drawings, formulating load calculations, and drafting stress reports in conjunction with the Structural Engineering team and ODA Structures Unit Members for necessary approvals.

To excel in this position, the individual must competently execute each critical duty. The qualifications outlined below represent the essential knowledge, skills, and abilities required. Reasonable accommodations may be provided to enable individuals with disabilities to fulfill the essential functions.

*** Designated Engineering Representative (DER) status is preferred, or candidates interested in pursuing DER Certification are encouraged. ***

  • Operates with limited oversight; work should primarily be reviewed for precision and alignment with overarching objectives.
  • Conducts static strength evaluations and fatigue life assessments utilizing both manual (theoretical) analysis and finite/boundary element analysis modeling for both new designs and modifications.
  • Executes intricate finite element analysis and modeling at both the aircraft/major assembly level and detailed component level.
  • Develops analyses and/or tests, and prepares test plans and final substantiation reports employing contemporary tools.
  • Reviews drawings, specifications, service bulletins, reports, etc., for adherence to applicable regulations.
  • Prepares FAA-required aircraft type certification reports demonstrating compliance with relevant FAA or Foreign regulations on all structural components through either analysis or testing.
  • Documents compliance with pertinent regulations regarding structural integrity, crash safety, interior item retention, basic loads, weight distribution, stress analysis, static and dynamic testing, fatigue analysis/assessment, and design evaluation to validate aircraft structure.
  • Contributes to the formulation of plans for engineering substantiation initiatives.
  • Identifies and devises strategies to solutions within scheduled timelines and budgetary constraints.
  • Acts as a liaison with external representatives beyond the assigned group/area.
  • Performs additional related duties as necessary.

Supervisory Duties

This position does not entail supervisory responsibilities. May lead continuous improvement initiatives and be tasked with training and assisting other personnel, in addition to providing cross-functional project management support.

Educational Requirements

A bachelor's degree in mechanical or aerospace engineering is required, along with a minimum of 10 years of experience in Aerospace Structural Analyses, testing, and design, or equivalent education.

Experience Requirements

  • Comprehensive knowledge of aircraft concerning structure, materials, processes specifications, and certification requirements is crucial.
  • Familiarity with Federal Aviation Regulation (FAR) 21 and 23, related Joint Aviation Requirement (JAR), and Civil Aviation Authority (CAR) 3 is necessary.
  • In-depth understanding of Finite Element Analysis is required. Experience with Siemen's Femap is highly preferred.
  • Proficiency in FORTRAN, Visual Basic, C++ programming, and experience in MRB is preferred.
  • Designated Engineering Representative (DER) status is preferred, or candidates interested in pursuing DER FAA Authority as a unit member or independently are encouraged.


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