Airframe Structural Analysis Engineer

Job Title

Airframe Structural Analysis Engineer

Status required

GC or USC only

Job Description

******(On-Site) This position is offered at Bell’s main campus in Fort Worth, Texas.
Preferred Qualifications:
******Must have experience with CATIA V5/V6/3DX preferred. Other similar solid modeling CAD tools such as Pro/E, Unigraphics, SolidWorks, etc. will be considered.
******Must have working knowledge of GD&T requirements preferred.
******Must have proficiency with analytical tools or codes such as Mathcad, MATLAB, Python, Excel Visual Basic, etc. to execute custom in-house macros or results processing techniques.
******Experience working with product lifecycle management (PLM) software such as ENOVIA to drive product lifecycle.
******Previous experience working on cross functional engineering programs.
******Position Requirements:
****** Multiple levels of experience will be considered with at least 5 years of airframe stress analysis.
******Must have experience with NASTRAN (and visible on the resume)
****In addition, experience with at least one analysis pre/post-processor is required, including but not limited to: PATRAN, HyperWorks, Femap.
******Detailed finite element analysis (FEA) experience focused on metallic, laminated composite, castings, forgings, additive, elastomeric, or other precision components.
******Experience with computer aided design or drafting (CAD) tools in preparation of solid models for building FEM.
******Proficiency with engineering design definition including 2D/3D modeling, requirement capture, and specification development.
******Product development experience with components or systems consisting of but not limited to structural castings, precision forgings, laminated sheet, tube, or thick composites.
******Proficiency with basic office computer software, specifically the Microsoft office suite (Word, Excel, Powerpoint, Outlook, etc.).
******Demonstrated ability to work in a team environment and ability to articulate technical data and concepts to a wide audience of individuals of different technical backgrounds.
******Position Responsibilities:
****Satisfy static strength, stiffness, stability margin, fatigue life, damage tolerance, durability, thermal performance, load distribution, failure modes and effects, and other requirements.
****Create detailed Finite Element Models (FEM) of components and assemblies using appropriate modeling practices.
****Resolve various complex structures and loading environments by applying free body diagrams, various classical analysis techniques, and other idealized models.
****Support manufacturing and testing of components and sub-systems, interpreting technical data, and assisting in product improvements.
****Review detail, assembly, and installation design definition to ensure compliance with requirements.
****Participate in a cross functional team environment completing a variety of objectives depending on the program lifecycle assigned.
****Must be able to execute tasks to program schedule and cost requirements.
****Advance the state-of-the-art through creative thought, personal and team research, technical compliance, and strong analysis skills.
****Travel to various suppliers may be expected depending on the assignment.
****Demonstrated ability to organize and prioritize a variety of activities and tasks while dealing with change.
******Education Requirements:
****Bachelor's Degree in Engineering is required. Major in Mechanical or Aerospace Engineering is preferred.
****Master’s Degree in Engineering as described above is preferred.

Location:

Bell Textron Inc. (Plant 1) 3255 Bell Flight Blvd Fort Worth TX 76118

Shift

1st Shift

Hours:

9/80 Schedule

Days

5/8 M-F