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Staff Airframe Analysis Engineer
Company | Archer |
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Location | Monroe, GA, USA |
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Salary | $126400 – $158000 |
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Type | Full-Time |
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Degrees | Bachelor’s |
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Experience Level | Expert or higher |
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Requirements
- Bachelor’s degree in engineering (or related) with 10+ years related to structural analysis or relevant disciplines. Relevant graduate degrees may account for post Bachelor’s experience
- In-depth understanding of loading scenarios, free body diagrams, behavior of aircraft components and mechanics of composite materials
- Advanced proficiency in hand calculations and finite element analysis of composite structures and metallic structures
- Ability to generate and review detailed analysis reports and aircraft type certification documents
- Ability to communicate clearly and succinctly in written and visual form
- Attention to detail, strong organization, and time management skills
- Self-starter, team player, and a desire to work in a fast-paced environment
Responsibilities
- Lead the development of major structural airframe assemblies from preliminary design through certification, and manufacturing ramp up
- Apply in depth understanding of load paths, design best practices, and hand calcs to design robust structural configurations
- Provide technical guidance on design concepts (risk vs. cost vs. performance)
- Demonstrate structural integrity of static strength, stiffness, stability, fatigue, durability, damage tolerance, and other requirements through hand calculations and finite element methods supported by test
- Preparation and publication of stress analysis documentation
- Support design reviews and release of parts
- Support component and assembly tests, including definition, planning, requirements, and report writing
- Conduct analysis in support of MRB
- Review and approve design dispositions and analysis substantiations upon request throughout the product lifecycle.
- Assist design, manufacturing, quality, and supply chain groups with process improvement opportunities and root cause analyses.
- Collaborate with suppliers and engineers from loads, design, M&P, structural test and certification throughout the entire product development process from prototype to high-rate production
Preferred Qualifications
- Experience with the manufacturing of composite parts or mechanical systems
- Programming, scripting, or engineering automation experience
- Proficiency with NX or other CAD software
- Expert knowledge of Femap/Nastran
- Experience with method validation process based on test data
- Hands on experience working within aircraft certification program
- Excellent understanding of FAR Part 23/27 regulations
- Experience with MRB