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Idexcel Inc.

Structural Engineer

El Segundo, CA · On-site

Bachelor s degree in a STEM discipline (Mechanical Engineering, Aerospace Engineering, Structural ... Engineering, or related field). Experience performing structural analysis and stress analysis for ...

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An Aerospace Structural Engineer designs, analyzes, and tests the structural components of aircraft and spacecraft to ensure they can withstand operational stresses. They use materials science and engineering principles to create lightweight yet strong structures. Their work involves simulations, stress analysis, and collaboration with other engineers to meet safety and performance standards.

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Aerospace Structural Engineers require a solid background in structural analysis, materials science, and engineering principles, typically supported by a bachelor's or master's degree in aerospace or mechanical engineering. Proficiency with finite element analysis (FEA) software such as ANSYS or NASTRAN, and familiarity with industry standards like FAA or EASA certification requirements, are crucial. Strong problem-solving skills, attention to detail, and effective communication abilities help engineers collaborate with multidisciplinary teams and present technical findings. These combined skills ensure the safe, efficient, and innovative design and validation of aerospace structures in a highly regulated industry.

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A typical day for an Aerospace Structural Engineer may include performing stress and fatigue analyses on aircraft components, collaborating with design teams to develop new structural concepts, and reviewing design modifications for compliance with safety standards. Engineers often use advanced computer modeling tools to simulate loads and material behaviors under various flight conditions. Regular meetings with manufacturing, quality assurance, and testing teams are common to address real-time issues and ensure smooth integration of structural components. The role also involves preparing technical reports and documentation to support regulatory approvals and internal reviews.

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Structural Engineer

Mavensoft Technologies

El Segundo, CA • On-site

Full-time

Posted 6 days ago

Job description

Title: Structural Engineer
Work location: Onsite in El Segundo, CA
Duration: 16 months
Terms: W2 contract
Work authorization: US Citizen; must hold a current/active US Government secret security clearance
Responsibilities:
  • The Structural Engineer III will perform static, dynamic, and DaDT structural analyses of metallic and composite airframe structure, mechanical systems, and equipment, by hand and by using the automated methods and procedures approved for the program.
  • May derive non-flight applied loads, create, extract, and distribute internal loads utilizing tools such as FEMAP, NX, Teamcenter and other software applications.
  • Must be able to collaborate in a team environment, prioritize and adjust tasks to accomplish the project result, prioritize multiple responsibilities and/or accomplish them simultaneously, and comprehend and analyze complex problems and develop solutions.
Required qualifications:
  • Bachelor's degree in a Science, Technology, Engineering or Mathematics (STEM) discipline from an accredited university with a minimum of 10 years' experience to include a background in aerospace structural analysis;
  • OR, Master's degree in a Science, Technology, Engineering or Mathematics (STEM) discipline from an accredited university and 8 years' experience to include a background in aerospace structural analysis;
  • OR Ph.D. degree in a Science, Technology, Engineering or Mathematics (STEM) discipline from an accredited university and 5 years' experience to include a background in aerospace structural analysis.
  • Secret clearance must be active prior to the start of the position.
Please send applications to usjobs@mavensoft.com
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About Mavensoft Technologies

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Mavensoft’s culture embodies a people-first value system. We genuinely care and empower all team members to consistently demonstrate their energy and passion towards helping our customers reach their goals. As a solution-oriented company, we always strive to deliver our very best to both customers and team members. We make it our daily business to arrive ready to execute and resolve all of your tasks and requests. With such an emboldening, team-centric approach, you'll continue to realize increased employee productivity, delightful customer engagement, improved operational efficiency, and rapid business growth. Our senior management team is built around industry enthusiasts, technocrats, and creative problem solvers. Actively involved in the tech community, we help foster creativity and adopt new technologies for changing the business landscape.

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It services

Company size

51 - 200 Employees

Headquarters location

Beaverton, OR, US

Year founded

2004

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