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Posted 11 days ago
Job description
Active clearance: $100-$120
Must have recent Level 4 experience with the following skills:
1. Airframe primary structure layout and sizing
2. Hand/Excel based analysis of aerospace structures
3.
NASTRAN and PATRAN or HyperMesh
4. Catia V5
Familiarity with Slim, Vision, and IDAT, 3Dx a plus
Responsible for performing stress analysis on new designs of primary and secondary airframe structure, as well as updating existing analyses to incorporate design changes. Experience in stress analysis of subsystems and subsystems installations desired.
Experience with MRB stress analysis of metallic and composite structure desired. Required experience with FEA software including NASTRAN and PATRAN. Experience using Altair HyperMesh as a pre-processor and TMP Vision for post-processing desired.
Experience with CATIA V5/3DX highly desired. Familiarity with UNIX/LINUX operating systems desired. Candidate must be capable of interpreting detail, assembly, and installation type drawings and models.
Frequently asked questions
Q: What skills or qualities help someone succeed as a Structural Analysis Engineer?
A: To succeed as a Structural Analysis Engineer, key technical skills include proficiency in finite element analysis (FEA) software, such as ANSYS or ABAQUS, as well as expertise in structural mechanics, materials science, and computational methods. Soft skills like effective communication, problem-solving, and collaboration are also crucial, as engineers in this role often work with cross-functional teams and stakeholders to design and optimize structures. By combining technical expertise with strong interpersonal skills, Structural Analysis Engineers can drive innovation, ensure safety and efficiency, and advance their careers through leadership roles or specialized expertise.
Q: What is the career path for a Structural Analysis Engineer?
A: A Structural Analysis Engineer's career path typically begins with entry-level roles such as Junior Structural Engineer or Structural Analysis Technician, where they apply fundamental principles to analyze and design structures. As they gain experience, they progress to mid-level roles like Structural Engineer or Senior Structural Analyst, where they lead projects, develop complex models, and collaborate with cross-functional teams. Senior roles, such as Principal Structural Engineer or Technical Lead, involve strategic decision-making, mentoring junior engineers, and staying up-to-date with industry advancements, ultimately leading to opportunities in management, research, or specialized fields like wind or earthquake engineering.
