Summary:
This position provides structural engineering design for primary and secondary metallic and composite aircraft structures.
*This is a Contingent position with our company (1-year or longer)*
Duties and Responsibilities:

Develops structural layouts and concepts
Develops load paths and initial stress calculations to optimize primary and secondary structure
Designs and develops primary and secondary structures to meet certification and aircraft requirements
Conduct Integrated Product Team coordination with systems engineering, manufacturing, production and quality to meet IPT requirements
Holds design reviews and presentations on various structures of the aircraft
Interfaces with vendor/suppliers when required
Ensures adherence to program schedule as well as program cost targets
Ensures material and standards selection in line with industry norms and meet all regulatory and company requirements

Qualifications and Skills:

Bachelor's degree in engineering or equivalent years of work experience in lieu of formal education required
Experience of structural design for certification to part 23 or 25 standards
Strong skills in CATIA v5 or equivalent 3d modeling tools, Teamcenter or equivalent PLM tool required
Strong working knowledge of Microsoft office suites
Strong working knowledge of aircraft structures design
Strong working knowledge of GD&T
Knowledge of composite part design and CATIA CPD module
Experience with CATIA kinematics and fem modules desired
Systems integration and supplier management
Proficient in technical requirements writing
Demonstrated technical communication skills

Key Performance Indicators:

Adherence to program and deliverable schedule, and first-time design quality
High level of communication to ensure all stakeholder requirements are met
Ability to take ownership of tasks from concept to final design
Adherence to program targets for recurring and non-recurring cost
Ability to develop and execute trade studies to enhance airplane technical performance measures

Working Conditions:
1. Prolonged periods sitting at a desk and working on a computer.
2. Must be able to lift up to 15 pounds at a time.
3. Must be able to access and inspect all areas of aircraft.
4. Must be willing to travel on occasion to support business needs.