Composite and Metallic Stress Engineer

Role details

Is this you? ----------------

Do you enjoy turning equations into certifiable hardware? Can you move from a hand calc to a detailed FEA model and back again with ease? Are you excited by systems that span advanced payloads, electronic assemblies, ground and air vehicles, and orbital platforms?

What you'll tackle

• Own stress analysis for metallic and composite structures from concept to production.
• Plan and execute static and dynamic evaluations to validate strength, stiffness, and durability.
• Develop finite element models in tools like MSC Patran, Nastran, FEMAP, or ANSYS; verify with classical analysis.
• Collaborate closely with design, manufacturing, and systems teams to drive model-based, parametric designs.
• Write traceable substantiation reports for internal and external review.

What you need to succeed

• Solid grounding in engineering principles and standard practices.
• Basic proficiency with Computer-Aided Engineering (CAE) tools.
• Experience working on multi-disciplinary engineering teams.
• Exposure to static and/or dynamic analysis methods.

What sets you apart

• Hands-on FEA experience (Patran/Nastran, FEMAP, ANSYS).
• Classical stress and “back-of-the-envelope” hand calculation skills.
• Fluency in mechanical design concepts: parametric modeling, model-based definition, hardware selection, and manufacturing/production processes.
• Ability to produce rigorous substantiation documentation.
• Background in the Aerospace and Defense sectors; weld analysis familiarity is a plus.

Education

Bachelor of Science in Mechanical, Aerospace, Civil, or a closely related field, typically with 2\+ years of relevant experience.

Language

English — read, write, speak.

Physical demands

• Frequent walking, sitting, standing, and stair/step climbing.
• Frequent repetitive hand, arm, and finger motions; fine dexterity required.
• Rarely lift/carry up to 25 lbs.

Environment

• Rare exposure to outdoor conditions (temperature extremes, sun, rain/snow).
• Rare exposure to fumes or hazardous chemicals/materials.
• Rare exposure to loud noise.