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This is a remote opportunity. Why Tetra Tech: At Tetra Tech, we are Leading with Science to solve ... Our industry-leading experts in engineering and consulting are committed to driving positive change ...

This is a remote opportunity. Why Tetra Tech: At Tetra Tech, we are Leading with Science to solve ... Our industry-leading experts in engineering and consulting are committed to driving positive change ...

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How much do remote damage tolerance engineer jobs pay per year?

As of Jun 5, 2026, the average yearly pay for remote damage tolerance engineer in the United States is $99,330.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $69,000.00 and $125,000.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is the difference between Remote Damage Tolerance Engineer vs Remote Structural Analysis Engineer?

AspectRemote Damage Tolerance EngineerRemote Structural Analysis Engineer
Required CredentialsEngineering degree, certifications in damage tolerance or fracture mechanicsEngineering degree, certifications in structural analysis or finite element methods
Work EnvironmentDesign, analysis, and testing of damage tolerance in aerospace or mechanical systemsStructural analysis of buildings, bridges, or aerospace components
Industry UsagePrimarily aerospace, defense, and mechanical industriesConstruction, aerospace, and civil engineering sectors
Common Search/ComparisonYesYes

The Remote Damage Tolerance Engineer focuses on assessing and ensuring the durability of components against damage, mainly in aerospace and mechanical systems. In contrast, the Remote Structural Analysis Engineer specializes in analyzing the structural integrity of buildings and structures. While both roles require engineering expertise and similar certifications, their industry applications and specific focus areas differ.

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Infographic showing various Remote Damage Tolerance Engineer job openings in the United States as of May 2026, with employment types broken down into 83% Full Time, 4% Part Time, and 13% Contract. Highlights an 100% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $99,330 per year, or $47.8 per hour.
Senior Staff Engineer, Structural Analysis (R4952)

Senior Staff Engineer, Structural Analysis (R4952)

Shield AI

Dallas, TX โ€ข Remote

$102K - $139K/yr

Full-time

Posted 28 days ago


Job description

Founded in 2015, Shield AI is a venture-backed deep-tech company with the mission of protecting service members and civilians with intelligent systems. Its products include the V-BAT and X-BAT aircraft, Hivemind Enterprise, and the Hivemind Vision product lines. Withย offices and facilities across the U.S., Europe, the Middle East, and the Asia-Pacific, Shield AIโ€™s technology actively supports operations worldwide. For more information, visit www.shield.ai. Follow Shield AI on LinkedIn, X, Instagram, and YouTube.ย 

Job Description:
Shield AI is seeking a Senior Staff Structural Analyst to provide advanced technical leadership in the structural analysis and validation of next-generation UAV platforms. In this role, you will serve as a senior subject-matter expert for airframe structures, leading complex analysis efforts, supporting test correlation, and ensuring structural integrity across development, flight test, and production.
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This role is ideal for engineers with 12โ€“15+ years of experience who have led major structural workstreams on aerospace programs and are comfortable owning analysis execution, mentoring engineers, and influencing key design tradeoffs within a program.
What you'll do:
  • Lead structural analysis efforts for UAV airframes, major substructures, and critical components within a program scope.
  • Define and execute finite element modeling approaches, load cases, assumptions, and margin assessments.
  • Perform and oversee static, modal, fatigue, vibration, and damage-tolerance analyses.
  • Establish sound practices for hand calculations, model validation, and analysis-to-test correlation.
  • Drive structural optimization across performance, weight, cost, and manufacturability targets.
  • Support structural test strategy, including defining requirements, participating in execution, and correlating results to analysis.
  • Review structural analysis deliverables, test reports, and technical documentation for design reviews.
  • Mentor and technically guide structural analysts across varying experience levels.
  • Partner cross-functionally with design, loads, aero, propulsion, and systems teams to balance structural requirements with overall aircraft performance goals.
  • Contribute to evolving analysis methodologies and improving structural standards within the organization.
Required qualifications:
  • B.S. in Mechanical Engineering, Aerospace Engineering, or related field.
  • 10+ years of experience in structural analysis, aircraft structures, or aerospace systems.
  • Strong expertise with FEA tools (ANSYS, NASTRAN, HyperWorks, or similar).
  • Advanced proficiency in hand calculations for strength, stability, fatigue, and damage tolerance.
  • Significant experience with composite and lightweight aerospace structures.
  • Experience supporting structural testing, model correlation, and flight test validation.
  • Ability to lead complex technical workstreams and influence design decisions within a program.
  • Strong communication skills and experience presenting analysis findings to engineering leadership.
Preferred qualifications:
Masterโ€™s or Ph.D. in Mechanical or Aerospace Engineering.
Experience serving as a senior technical lead on aircraft or UAV structural programs.
Hands-on involvement in flight test support and certification efforts.
Experience contributing to internal analysis standards or best practices.
Familiarity with CAD, PLM, and enterprise engineering toolchains.
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Full-time regular employee offer package:
Pay within range listed + Bonus + Benefits + Equity

Temporary employee offer package:
Pay within range listed above + temporary benefits package (applicable after 60 days of employment)

Salary compensation is influenced by a wide array of factors including but not limited to skill set, level of experience, licenses and certifications, and specific work location. All offers are contingent on a cleared background and possible reference check. Military fellows and part-time employees are not eligible for benefits. Please speak to your talent acquisition representative for more information.

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Shield AI is proud to be an equal opportunity workplace and is an affirmative action employer. We are committed toย equal employment opportunity regardless of race, color, ancestry, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, age, marital status, disability, gender identity or Veteran status. If you have a disability or special need that requires accommodation, please let us know.ย 

We may use artificial intelligence (AI) tools to support parts of the hiring process, such as reviewing applications, analyzing resumes, or assessing responses. These tools assist our recruitment team but do not replace human judgment. Final hiring decisions are ultimately made by humans. If you would like more information about how your data is processed, please contact us.