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Leidos is a FORTUNE 500 organization that combines cutting-edge technology with extensive industry knowledge to serve clients in national security, engineering, and healthcare sectors.

The Airborne Systems Division, part of the Defense Group at Leidos, is currently seeking a Structural Engineer to provide expertise in support of various programs. This role presents an exciting opportunity to leverage your skills in advancing innovative technologies within the Air Force Research Labs (AFRL) Rapid Technology Development and Demonstrations (RTD2) initiative. As a Structural Engineer, you will play a key role in maturing new and emerging technologies for AFRL programs. Your responsibilities will include offering technical and operational support for new sensor systems, facilitating ground and flight demonstrations, and integrating sensor systems into various platforms as required.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop innovative solutions for structural analysis challenges related to aircraft payloads and podded configurations, utilizing both composite and metallic materials.
• Conduct structural analysis employing classical techniques and advanced commercial software.
• Analyze and refine finite element models using Femap and NASTRAN software.
• Prepare detailed structural substantiation reports outlining methodologies and safety margins.
• Collaborate with Mechanical Engineering teams on design and integration projects.
• Independently research and explore structural design alternatives.

Essential Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Mechanical or Aerospace Engineering with 4 years of relevant experience, or a Master's degree in a related field with 2 years of experience; alternatively, 4 additional years of related experience may substitute for a Bachelor's degree.
• Proficiency in using Femap and NASTRAN.
• Must be a U.S. citizen with the capability to obtain a DoD Secret level security clearance.
• Experience with CAD tools, technical drawings, and basic modeling techniques.
• Familiarity with standard hand tools (e.g., screwdrivers, drills, wrenches).
• Experience in analyzing composite materials.

Desirable Qualifications

• Experience with Creo software.
• Knowledge of ASME Y14.100 and Y14.5 drawing standards.
• Understanding of manufacturing processes.
• Familiarity with fatigue analysis techniques.
• Experience in applying CFD pressure maps within finite element models.
• Basic knowledge of Thermal Analysis.

About Leidos Leidos is a Fortune 500 innovation leader dedicated to tackling some of the world's most challenging issues in national security and health. With a global workforce of 47,000, Leidos develops smarter technology solutions for clients in highly regulated industries. The company reported annual revenues of approximately $15.4 billion for the fiscal year ended December 29, 2023.
Compensation and Benefits Leidos offers competitive compensation packages that reflect the significance of the work performed for our clients. Employment benefits include comprehensive health and wellness programs, income protection, paid leave, and retirement plans.
Diversity Commitment Leidos is committed to ensuring equal employment opportunities for all qualified applicants, regardless of sex, race, ethnicity, age, national origin, citizenship, religion, disability, medical condition, genetic information, pregnancy, family structure, marital status, ancestry, domestic partner status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, veteran status, or any other legally protected basis.

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