Stress Engineer II

Description:

Development of engineering stress and substantiation data within budget in accordance with FAA, customer and corporate standards of quality.

What you will be responsible for:

• Have working knowledge of Federal Aviation Regulations (FAR’s), Airworthiness Directives (AD’s), Alternate Means of Compliance (AMOC) and related regulatory requirements and processes.
• Have working knowledge of aircraft design concepts and industry design standards consistent with company workload environment.
• Independently analyze structural engineering data produced by other engineering groups to ensure it meets the structural requirements for FAA certification. Coordinate design decisions and execution activities with suppliers and internal design and production teams to ensure alignment and timely completion of engineering deliverables.
• Independently check structural engineering data produced by other engineering groups to ensure it meets the structural requirements for FAA certification.
• Independently generate stress analysis notes in a usable, traceable file that serves as a historical substantiation record of the repair or modification. Will be able to review and approve analysis notes generated by suppliers or peers.
• Experience in Finite Element Analysis (FEA), with proficiency in at least one FEM tool used in aerospace, such as HyperMesh, Patran/Nastran, Apex, FEMAP etc. Working knowledge of HyperMesh & MSC Nastran is a plus.
• Assist in the development and execution of test procedures as required to obtain certifiable allowable data. Support test planning, creation, development and evaluation of test procedures under the direction of Stress Lead/Manager.
• Have a professional working relationship with the Structures DER’s and ODA UM’s to assure that structures and interior related FAR’s are addressed.
• Prepare and contribute to the development and evaluation of structural engineering substantiation reports that will be used to certify repair and modification data. Support resolution of technical issues identified during the certification process.
• Provide technical support to Production during the manufacturing and installation phases of developed designs. Resolve assigned technical issues and escalate complex or safety-critical concerns to Stress Lead/Manager.
• Demonstrate subject matter expertise on at least one area critical to substantiation.
• Support other Engineering groups as workload requirements dictate.
• Participate in technical meetings and support task scheduling and status reporting.
• Demonstrate ownership of assigned engineering tasks by ensuring timely completion, and communicating progress, issues, and technical challenges to the Stress Lead/Manager. Coordinate technical activities with team members as needed.
• Have working knowledge of continuous improvement of various department procedures, controls, flows and systems.
• All other duties as assigned

What you will need to be successful in this role:

• BS Degree in Mechanical/Aerospace Engineering or related scientific field.
• Five (5) years’ industry experience in the engineering field, preferably dealing in the design of transport category aircraft.
• Must possess working knowledge of engineering analysis software. Experience with 1 or more FEM software preferred.
• Experience utilizing SolidWorks or a comparable CAD program, with demonstrable proficiency in interpreting and working with engineering models and drawings.
• Must possess knowledge of FAA regulations, certification processes and related requirements.
• Must possess knowledge of standard aircraft components, materials, fabrication practices, aviation hardware and proper application in design.
• Must possess knowledge of engineering principles used in stress analysis, 3D-computer modeling, and other analytical substantiation techniques.
• Must possess knowledge of personal computer systems with Microsoft Office.
• Must have working knowledge of the use and application of aircraft technical data such as engineering drawings, SRM’s, MM’s, SB’s, IPC’s, WD’s, etc.
• Must possess good oral, written, and organizational skills, and be able to read, write, speak and understand the English language.

The rewards of your career at AAR go far beyond just your salary:

• Competitive salary
• Comprehensive benefits package including medical, dental, and vision coverage.
• 401(k) retirement plan with company match
• Generous paid time off program
• Professional development and career advancement opportunities

Physical Demands/Work Environment:

The physical demands and work environment characteristics described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job.

• Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
• While performing the duties of this job, the employee may be regularly required to sit, stand, bend, reach and move about the facility.
• The environmental characteristic for this position is an office setting.
• Candidates should be able to adapt to a traditional business environment.

AAR provides accommodation in accordance with applicable laws through all stages of the hiring process. If you require accommodation for any part of the application and/or hiring process, please advise Human Resources.