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General Atomics

MRB Stress Engineer

Poway, CA · On-site

$60 - $82.25/hr

We have an exciting opportunity for a Staff Stress Engineer to join our Airframe Integrity Group at ... Evaluate structural integrity of aircraft structures by way of classical hand and finite element ...

Airbus

Static Stress Engineer (Contract)

Wichita, KS · On-site

$52.50 - $72/hr

This position supports the fleet in-service repair of aircraft structures and is responsible for ... Exposure to airframe design, stress analysis, composites, MRB, FAR/JAR/CS/Part 21, Certification ...

FMS Aerospace

Aircraft Stress Engineer

Huntsville, AL · On-site

$59 - $81/hr

Minimum of a bachelor's degree in Aeronautical, Mechanical, or Civil Engineering or Engineering Technology * 5+ years' experience as an aircraft structures/stress engineer * Familiar with FAA ...

FMS Aerospace

Aircraft Stress Engineer

Huntsville, AL · On-site

$59 - $81/hr

Minimum of a bachelor's degree in Aeronautical, Mechanical, or Civil Engineering or Engineering Technology * 5+ years' experience as an aircraft structures/stress engineer * Familiar with FAA ...

FMS Aerospace

Aircraft Stress Engineer

Huntsville, AL · Hybrid

$59 - $81/hr

Minimum of a bachelor's degree in Aeronautical, Mechanical, or Civil Engineering or Engineering Technology * 5+ years' experience as an aircraft structures/stress engineer * Familiar with FAA ...

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Design - Stress - MRB Engineer

Kinston, NC · On-site +1

$54.75 - $75.25/hr

... Stress & MRB Engineers to join our Engineering department based in Wichita, Kansas. You will be ... Minimum 6 years total structure analysis experience in analysis of primary airframe structures.

EnCore

Stress Engineer

Huntington Beach, CA · On-site

$70K - $110K/yr

Ability to review overall design and provide structures input at PDR & CDR. Preferred Skills ... May oversee work teams as related to stress engineering (Levels II and III). PROBLEM SOLVING

EnCore

Stress Engineer

Huntington Beach, CA · On-site

$61.25 - $84/hr

Ability to review overall design and provide structures input at PDR & CDR. Preferred Skills ... May oversee work teams as related to stress engineering (Levels II and III). PROBLEM SOLVING

Hybron Inc

Composites Stress Engineer

El Segundo, CA · On-site

... airframes. If you want to join a rapidly growing company working on cutting edge composites ... structures. Working in a high-growth company, you will be wearing many hats: project management ...

Hybron

Composites Stress Engineer

El Segundo, CA · On-site

... airframes. If you want to join a rapidly growing company working on cutting edge composites ... structures. Working in a high-growth company, you will be wearing many hats: project management ...

Airbus

Design - Stress - MRB Engineer

Wichita, KS · On-site

$52.50 - $72/hr

... Stress & MRB Engineers to join our Engineering department based in Wichita, Kansas. You will be ... Minimum 6 years total structure analysis experience in analysis of primary airframe structures.

Ag

Design - Stress - MRB Engineer

Wichita, KS · On-site +1

$52.50 - $72/hr

... Stress & MRB Engineers to join our Engineering department based in Wichita, Kansas. You will be ... Minimum 6 years total structure analysis experience in analysis of primary airframe structures.

Electra

Airframe Design Engineer

Manassas, VA

$92K - $112K/yr

Support the design and development of primary and secondary airframe structures, including fuselage ... Collaborate with aerodynamics, propulsion, systems, manufacturing, stress, and certification teams ...

Airbus

Static Stress Engineer - Contract

Wichita, KS · On-site

$52.50 - $72/hr

As a Static Stress Engineer you will support the fleet in-service repair of aircraft structures and ... in airframe design/repair programs. * Position requires in-depth knowledge of classical and ...

Ag

Static Stress Engineer - Contract

Wichita, KS · On-site

$52.50 - $72/hr

As a Static Stress Engineer you will support the fleet in-service repair of aircraft structures and ... in airframe design/repair programs. * Position requires in-depth knowledge of classical and ...

Airbus

MRB / Liaison Engineer (Design & Stress)

Kinston, NC · On-site

$54.75 - $75.25/hr

... Design & Stress) to join our Engineering department based in Kinston, North Carolina. In this ... Experience in composite aircraft structure (airframe) * A strong computer background, including MS ...

Apera

... Stress Engineer to evaluate and disposition nonconformances discovered during manufacturing and ... If you have MRB experience, composite structures expertise, and thrive in fast-paced production ...

Ag

MRB / Liaison Engineer (Design & Stress)

Kinston, NC · On-site

$54.75 - $75.25/hr

... Design & Stress) to join our Engineering department based in Kinston, North Carolina. In this ... Experience in composite aircraft structure (airframe) * A strong computer background, including MS ...

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MRB Stress Engineer

Poway, CA • On-site

General Atomics
Space Research Administration • 10K+ employees
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$60 - $82.25/hr

Full-time

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Job Summary
General Atomics Aeronautical Systems, Inc. (GA-ASI), an affiliate of General Atomics, is a world leader in proven, reliable remotely piloted aircraft and tactical reconnaissance radars, as well as advanced high-resolution surveillance systems.
We have an exciting opportunity for a Staff Stress Engineer to join our Airframe Integrity Group at GA-ASI, located in Poway, CA. Under general supervision with limited review, this position is responsible for determining and developing effective approaches for resolving a wide range of difficult engineering problems. Assignments are normally outlined in terms of overall objectives and anticipated results. Work is reviewed at milestones or at completion for adequacy in meeting objectives. Documents findings, communicates results to engineering staff and makes technical presentations as required. May coordinate segments of a specific project and may have frequent inter- organization and customer contact on difficult technical issues. Provides direction to design or technical staff and may provide direction to less experienced professional staff.
DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
  • Supports operation of engineering systems by evaluating and interpreting needs and problems and develops effective approaches to resolving those issues.
  • Responsible for performing structural analysis of aircraft components, assemblies, and systems while working as an integrated team for design studies.
  • Structural analysis includes calculation of loads, stress analysis, fatigue analysis, and vibration analysis.
  • Evaluate structural integrity of aircraft structures by way of classical hand and finite element methods.
  • Generate documentation to report analysis and test results to support airworthiness certification.
  • A working knowledge of FAA and Mil-Spec airworthiness requirements, along with experience with Matlab, Excel and Visual Basic will be advantageous.

We recognize and appreciate the value and contributions of individuals with diverse backgrounds and experiences and welcome all qualified individuals to apply.
Job Qualifications
  • Typically requires a bachelors degree, masters degree or PhD in engineering or a related technical discipline from an accredited institution and progressive engineering experience as follows; six or more years of experience with a bachelors degree, four or more years of experience with a masters degree, or two or more years with a PhD. May substitute equivalent engineering experience in lieu of education.
  • Must be familiar with stress, dynamics, fracture, fatigue and damage tolerance analysis of metal and composite structures.
  • Working knowledge with NASTRAN or ABAQUS software is required.
  • Must have at least 2 years of working experience using Finite Element analysis tools like Hypermesh, Pro/Mechanica, FEMAP/NASTRAN, and ABAQUS.
  • Knowledge of composite material behavior, laminate theory, and analysis.
  • Demonstrates an extensive technical expertise and application of engineering principles, concepts, theory, and practice with the ability to organize, plan, schedule, conduct, and coordinate workloads to meet established deadlines or milestones with some experience in project leadership.
  • Must possess the ability to understand new concepts quickly and apply them accurately throughout an evolving environment.
  • Strong communication, presentation, and interpersonal skills are required enabling an effective interface with other departments and/or professionals, and capable of representing the organization as a prime technical contact, as well as providing leadership and guidance to less experienced professionals.
  • Customer focused, formulates plans based on the development of innovative new designs in resolving advanced technical engineering problems.
  • Must be able to work both independently and in a team environment.
  • Able to work extended hours as required.
  • Knowledge of aeroelastic analysis and modal testing is desirable
  • A Professional Engineering License, original work(s) published in professional engineering journals, and invited to present one or more original works to an engineering symposium are desirable.
  • Ability to obtain and maintain a DoD security clearance is required.

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General Atomics (GA), and its affiliated companies, is one of the world's leading resources for high-technology systems development ranging from the nuclear fuel cycle to remotely piloted aircraft, airborne sensors, and advanced electric, electronic, wireless and laser technologies.

Industry

Space research administration

Company size

10,000+ Employees

Headquarters location

San Diego, CA, US

Year founded

1955

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