Entry Level Aircraft Structural Engineer Jobs in Seattle, WA

Shape the Future of Flight: Structural Analysis Engineer

PDS Tech Commercial is partnering with a leader in the aviation industry to find an experienced Structural Analysis Engineer ready to make an impact on the structures that keep aircraft flying safely.

If you bring deep expertise in aircraft structural analysis—particularly Landing Gear, Doors, or Flight Deck/Passenger Windows—this is an opportunity to apply your technical experience to challenging aerospace programs in a highly collaborative environment.

Position Details

• Job Title: Structural Analysis Engineer

• Job Type: Full-Time Consultant | 3-Month Contract

• Location: Onsite in Everett or Renton, WA

• Schedule: Monday–Friday, First Shift | 7:30 AM–4:00 PM

• Starting Pay Rate: $88.56/hour

• Work Environment: Non-managerial, non-leadership role

• Attendance: Regular and predictable attendance required

What You’ll Do

As a Structural Analysis Engineer supporting the BCA Structures organization, you’ll use your engineering expertise to analyze and solve complex aircraft structural challenges.

Day-to-day responsibilities include:

• Perform structural analysis for aircraft structures, with a focus on Landing Gear, Doors, and/or Windows.

• Develop technical solutions to a broad range of structural engineering problems.

• Analyze finite element models and simulations to evaluate structural performance and integrity.

• Interrogate and verify 3D models using tools such as CATIA/ENOVIA.

• Communicate complex and nuanced technical results clearly and concisely to engineers, stakeholders, and other audiences.

• Identify technical needs and scope of work proactively, often with limited direction.

• Work collaboratively in a dynamic, team-oriented engineering environment.

• Apply sound engineering judgment to develop practical, technically defensible solutions.

• Support structural analysis activities while maintaining a high standard of quality, accuracy, and reliability.

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor of Science degree in Engineering from an accredited university, with a focus in:

  • Mechanical Engineering

  • Civil/Structural Engineering

  • Aerospace/Aeronautical Engineering

  • Materials Science

• ABET-accredited university required.

• 16+ years of related experience in structural analysis.

• Professional experience performing analysis on aircraft structures.

• Ability to work onsite in Everett or Renton, Washington.

Preferred Qualifications

• Previous experience working with Structures commodities.

• Experience with finite element analysis/modeling tools such as:

  • NASTRAN/PATRAN

  • ABAQUS

  • HyperMesh

• Experience with CATIA/ENOVIA for 3D model interrogation and verification.

• Familiarity with specific applications such as IAS, CSW, SA, and related tools.

• Experience analyzing Landing Gear, Doors, Flight Deck Windows, and/or Passenger Windows.

• Strong written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to explain sophisticated engineering results to a wide audience.

• Demonstrated initiative and the ability to recognize engineering needs and scope of work without explicit direction.

• Ability to thrive in a fast-paced, highly dynamic, team-oriented environment.

• Strong problem-solving skills and the ability to develop technical solutions across a wide range of engineering challenges.

Why Join Us?

At PDS Tech Commercial, you'll have the opportunity to bring your expertise to one of the world's most exciting and technically demanding industries. You'll work alongside talented aviation professionals, contribute to meaningful aircraft structures programs, and tackle engineering challenges where your experience can make a real difference.

This consulting opportunity offers the chance to:

• Apply your structural analysis expertise to real-world aerospace challenges.

• Collaborate with experienced engineering professionals in a team-focused environment.

• Work with advanced aerospace analysis, modeling, and simulation tools.

• Expand your experience within the aviation industry.

• Be part of a culture that values technical excellence, initiative, collaboration, and clear communication.

Ready to Make an Impact?

If you're an experienced Structural Analysis Engineer who is ready to put your expertise to work on the next generation of aviation, we want to hear from you.

Apply today with PDS Tech Commercial and take the next step toward an opportunity where your engineering experience can help shape the future of flight.

Your expertise has already helped build the industry. Now, help us build what's next.

Pay Details: $88.56 per hour
Benefit offerings available for our associates include medical, dental, vision, life insurance, short-term disability, additional voluntary benefits, EAP program, commuter benefits and a 401K plan. Our benefit offerings provide employees the flexibility to choose the type of coverage that meets their individual needs. In addition, our associates may be eligible for paid leave including Paid Sick Leave or any other paid leave required by Federal, State, or local law, as well as Holiday pay where applicable.
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