Title:  Lead, Aircraft Stress Engineer

Job Title: Lead, Aircraft Stress Engineer
Job Code: 32154
Job Location: Waco, TX (Onsite)
Job Schedule: 9/80

Job Description:

L3Harris MMG Division is seeking for an experienced Aircraft Stress Engineer for our onsite aircraft modification facility located in Waco, TX. We offer competitive benefits and a generous relocation package for those who qualify.

The Aircraft Stress Engineer will perform structural analyses on aircraft primary and secondary structures, using a mix of classical methods and finite-element modeling, considering all relevant failure modes to meet aircraft airworthiness requirements.  Tasking includes design support and structural liaison.  As an experienced stress analyst, the candidate may be asked to lead the structural analysis team on a specific project, and provide guidance and mentorship to less experienced engineers.

Seeking a Subject Matter Expert with comprehensive knowledge of Aircraft Structures, focused on Static Stress, and in-depth knowledge of Stress Analysis methodology.

Essential Functions: 

• Predict internal stresses and structural instabilities in aircraft structure.
• Generate free-body diagrams of structural load paths.
• Determine reaction forces, calculate internal loads, and develop shear and moment diagrams.
• Document and report analysis results.
• Coordinate with Mechanical Design team to help develop structural load path concepts, and to size structural dimensions and features.
• Review and approve structural engineering drawings as part of the release process.
• Mentor less experienced stress analysts.
• Automate repetitive analytical tasks.
• Work in an collaborative team environment, as a member of the larger Flight Sciences Group, and across all disciplines within an integrated project team.
• Thorough understanding of industry-standard classical hand analysis methods.
• Ability to obtain and maintain a SECRET security clearance.
• Ability to work any shift, weekends, and overtime as required to meet business objectives.
• Ability to travel as necessary.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s Degree (BSME, BSAE, BSCE) and minimum 9 years of prior relevant experience. Graduate Degree (MSME, MSAE) and a minimum of 7 years of prior related experience. In lieu of a degree, minimum of 13 years of prior related experience.
• Minimum 5 years experience in Finite-Element Modeling (FEM).
• Must be a US citizen.

Preferred Additional Skills:

• Experience with MSC PATRAN/NASTRAN, or FEMAP is preferred.
• Experience analyzing composite structures.
• Experience in Matlab or Mathcad.
• Experience with FAA and/or Military Airworthiness requirements.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office, and have general computer knowledge.
• Good verbal and written communication skills.

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