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Principal Structural Analysis EngineerWhat You'll DoPerform stress analysis of metallic and composite structural components, assemblies and systems to provide inputs to the design and ensure structural integrity.Author, review and approve analysis documentation.Create and/or utilize Finite Element Models (FEM).Perform Durability and Damage Tolerance (DADT) assessments.Review and approve engineering definition for release in the product lifecycle system (PLM).Author, review and approve structural test plans and reports.Compare structural test results to analytical models (test vs Finite Element Model).Develop stress analysis tools and methodologies.Support multi-disciplinary configuration development and trade studies.Interface with materials & processes, structural test laboratories, flight test, manufacturing and customers/regulation authorities.Review, guide and support programs for new, supplemental and experimental certification under FAR Part 23 sub part C & D.Mentor junior team members.Who You AreEducationBS. in Mechanical or Aerospace Engineering, or equivalentExperience8+ years of relevant industry experience (or 5+ with M.S.)Strong verbal and written communication skillsExperience with airframe static and fatigue stress analysis for both composite and metallic structuresKnowledge of industry standard classical analysis methodsKnowledge of Finite Element Analysis methods (FEMAP experience is a plus)Experience authoring stress notes and stress reportsExperience supporting disposition of non-conformancesProficiency with CATIA V5/V6/3DX and ENOVIA V5/V6/3DXKnowledge of typical airframe structural design criteriaKnowledge of FAR Part 23 certification requirements and processesRequired SkillsStrong verbal and written communication skillsActive Listening: Practice to gain insight and truly understand all project stakeholders.Critical Thinking: Make prompt, informed and value-based decisions for the project.Organization: Focus on agenda, schedules, frameworks, and methodologies, as well as communicating tasks, updates, progress, and blockers.Problem Solving: Assess issues from different vantage points and formulate the best solution in addressing specific challenges.Self-Motivation: Exude highest level of commitment and motivation to see it through from start to finish.Teamwork and Team Building: Establish a collaborative culture where people with unique personalities and skills happily work together and accountable to shared goal.Strong Business Communication: Use the right language, tone and storytelling techniques when communicating, describing, or explaining issues over email, chat, reports, presentations and other forms and channels of communication.Ability to work with domestic/international supplies/partners effectivelyMust be able to stand on feet and walk around for extended periods of time, sit at desk for prolonged periods of time and work on computer, and must be able to lift up to 20 pounds.BenefitsPaid Holidays: All full-time employees will receive 8 paid holidays per year. Full-time non-exempt employees receive an extra floater holiday per year.Paid Sick time: All full-time and part-time employees will receive 40 sick hours per year or minimum sick time required by the state.NOTE TO STAFFING AGENCIES AND RECRUITERS: Saratech does not accept unsolicited resumes from any external agency for the placement of any position. Unsolicited resumes submitted by agencies and received by Saratech will be considered the property of Saratech and may be contacted and engaged with directly by Saratech. Saratech will not pay a placement fee or any other fees to any third-party agency, firm or recruiter who is not specifically retained with a signed fee agreement by Saratech Human Resources to conduct a candidate search. Please do not forward unsolicited resumes to our website or to any Saratech employee. Saratech will not be responsible for any fees associated with unsolicited resumes.EQUAL EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY NOTICE: Paydarfar Industries, Inc. dba Saratech is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, or any other basis protected by applicable federal, state, or local law.