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AspectExecutive Damage Tolerance EngineerDamage Tolerance Engineer
CredentialsBachelor's or Master's in Engineering, certifications like FAA or EASABachelor's or Master's in Engineering, similar certifications
Work EnvironmentLeadership roles, strategic planning, cross-department collaborationDesign, analysis, testing within engineering teams
Employer & IndustryAerospace, defense, or aviation companies with executive responsibilitiesEngineering firms, aerospace manufacturers, research labs

Executive Damage Tolerance Engineers focus on strategic oversight, decision-making, and leadership in damage tolerance programs, often holding managerial responsibilities. Damage Tolerance Engineers are more involved in technical analysis, testing, and design work. Both roles require similar technical credentials but differ in scope and level of responsibility.

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Aircraft Fatigue & Damage Tolerance Engineer

Chipton Ross

Waco, TX • On-site

$125/hr

Full-time

Posted 11 days ago

Job description

Job Description
Job #219409
Chipton-Ross is seeking an Aircraft Fatigue & Damage Tolerance Engineer for a contract opportunity in Waco TX.
BASIC QUALIFICATIONS (REQUIRED SKILLS/EXPERIENCE)
BSME, BSAE, BSCE and minimum 10 years of relevant work experience
MSME, MSAE, MSCE and minimum 9 years of relevant work experience.
Must be able to generate free body diagrams, determine reaction forces, and calculate internal load distributions, local stress concentrations, and operational usage environments
Must be able to travel as necessary.
Must be able to obtain a security clearance.
Must be proficient in Microsoft Office, and have general computer knowledge.
Must be able to work any shift, weekends, and overtime as required.
Good verbal and written communication skills
Willingness to mentor younger engineers
Effective leadership qualities
POSITION RESPONSIBILITIES
Aircraft Fatigue and Damage Tolerance Engineer responsible for performing structural fatigue and damage tolerance analysis of aircraft modifications, including design support, and preparation of technical documentation necessary to ensure airworthiness.
Determination of critical load paths in primary aircraft structure resulting from applied and induced operational loads, as well as the determining the local stress concentrations, internal fastener load distributions, operational usage environments and design allowables.
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS (DESIRED SKILLS/EXPERIENCE)
Experience with predicting crack initiation lives and running standard crack growth programs; e.g., AFGROW, NASGRO
Working knowledge of one programming language
CAD or analysis (FEA) tools exposure, and/or experience in mechanical design or analysis structures and mechanisms
Working knowledge of both military (Mil Standard) and civilian (14 CFRs) certification regulations and generating substantiation data to demonstrate compliance
Familiarity with transducer instrumentation, data collection and or automation and software programming for numerical analysis
Working knowledge on how to develop the Airworthiness Limitations section of the Instructions for Continued Airworthiness for a structural modification
Experience with standard Nondestructive Inspection (NDI) methods and corresponding crack growth detectable flaw sizes
REQUIRED EDUCATION
Accredited Bachelor's Degree.
WORK HOURS
Mon-Fri, 9/80, 7:30-5, but flexible, OT likely.
ADDITIONAL INFORMATION
  • Employment will be contingent on clearing a drug screen and background check. Both must clear prior to start date.
  • Candidates responding to this posting must currently possess the eligibility to work in the United States. No third parties please.

For more information, please apply or contact:
Kevin Suk 800.927.9318 x230
ksuk@chiptonross.com
Chipton-Ross provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, creed, religion, national origin, sex (including pregnancy), age, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity and/or expression, protected veteran status, genetic information, or any other characteristic protected by Federal, State or local law. This policy governs all areas of employment at Chipton-Ross, including recruiting, hiring, training, assignment, promotions, compensation, benefits, discipline, and terminations.
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About Chipton-Ross

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Chipton-Ross, based in El Segundo, California, is a leading provider of staffing and recruitment services in the US. The company is renowned for its specialization in fields like engineering, information technology, aircraft manufacturing, and other technical industries. Founded in 1983, Chipton-Ross has grown to become a recognized name in the national recruitment arena with a reputation for integrity, quality, and excellence in management. The company's mission is to provide cost-effective staffing solutions that allow their clients to maximize the power of their people, enhancing both perspective and productivity.

Industry

Recruiting and staffing services

Company size

51 - 200 Employees

Headquarters location

El Segundo, CA, US

Year founded

1983

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