JOB TITLE: Aerospace Stress Engineer
LOCATION: Wichita, KS
PAY RATE: $78/hour
We are a national aerospace and defense staffing agency seeking highly qualified candidates for a position with a top-tier client.
Job Details:
Job Type: Contract (12 months with potential for extension)
Industry: Aerospace / Defense / Aviation
Benefits: Medical, dental, and vision (Cigna)
Perks: Bonus potential + Priority access via Tier 1 supplier
Openings Nationwide: Thousands of opportunities across the U.S.
Qualifying Questions:
Are you a U.S. person as defined under ITAR regulations?
Do you meet the educational and experience requirements for this role?
Can you commute to the job location or relocate if necessary?
Summary:
Plan, organize, and prioritize work to meet project deliverables
Perform detailed stress analysis of metallic and composite fuselage components using classical hand calculations and Finite Element methods (FEA)
Review and analyze design changes, including fatigue, static, and DT loads
Generate stress substantiation reports
Develop or review structural qualification plans per OEM standards and regulatory requirements
Review and approve vendor drawings, stress reports, and test reports as needed
Coordinate with design engineers, team leads, suppliers, and management to ensure compliance with project and regulatory requirements
Present stress findings and challenge design solutions during design reviews
Compile progress reports to communicate deliverable objectives
Demonstrate strong work ethic and sense of urgency in completing assignments
Requirements:
Bachelor's degree in Aerospace, Mechanical, Structural, or Design Engineering
3 5 years of experience in aerospace stress engineering
Experience with metallic and composite structures
Proficiency in static, fatigue, and transient analysis using classical methods and Finite Element methods (FEA)
Hands-on experience with Nastran, Patran, Abaqus , or similar analysis tools
Strong knowledge of Engineering Mechanics and Strength of Materials
Proficient in Microsoft Excel, Word, PowerPoint, and Project PC tools
Must be a U.S. Citizen (as defined by ITAR).
Preferred Qualifications:
Prior experience with fuselage structures
Experience reviewing vendor documentation and structural qualification plans
Ability to coordinate across multi-disciplinary teams in a fast-paced aerospace environment
About Us:
The Structures Company is a premier national aerospace and defense staffing agency specializing in contract, contract-to-hire, and direct hire placements. We deliver expert workforce solutions across engineering, IT, production, maintenance, and support roles.
As trusted partners to major aerospace OEMs and Tier 1 suppliers, we connect professionals with opportunities to grow and excel in the aviation and aerospace industries.
Eligibility Requirements:
Must be a U.S. Citizen, lawful permanent resident, or protected individual under 8 U.S.C. 1324b(a)(3) to comply with ITAR regulations .
Keywords: aerospace, aviation, engineering, maintenance, aircraft design, defense
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