Aeronautical Engineer

First Tek, Inc.

$80K — $120K *
Aerospace & Defense
Less than 5 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • 5-7 years of experience in structural analysis and durability assessments.
  • Proficiency in Durability and Damage Tolerance (DADT) analysis using fracture mechanics.
  • Experience with crack growth analysis tools in aviation or a related field.
  • Ability to work independently and manage multiple priorities effectively.
  • Familiarity with Material Review Board (MRB) processes and recommendations.

Responsibilities

  • Conduct Fatigue/Durability and Damage Tolerance Analysis for new designs and production.
  • Utilize in-house analysis tools for service life evaluations.
  • Support MRB activities for non-conforming parts with structural recommendations.
  • Evaluate MRB dispositions based on analysis results.
  • Collaborate with engineering teams on durability assessments.

Benefits

  • Full-time, onsite work schedule with a standard 4/10 workweek.
  • Opportunity to work on advanced military aircraft like the F-16 and F-22.
  • Engagement in critical force management and testing processes.
  • Experience in a high-impact engineering role within a leading defense contractor.
Full Job Description
You will be a full-time Service Life Analysis Engineer for the Integrated Fighter Group (IFG) in Fort Worth, Texas. A successful candidate will provide structural analysis support in Service Life Analysis related tasks for F-16 and F-22 aircraft. Primary tasks will include performing Durability and Damage Tolerance analysis using fracture mechanics to support force management activities, field and depot needs, and ground testing.

In this role, you will apply your understanding of Durability and Damage Tolerance (DADT) analysis using fracture mechanics to support Material Review Board (MRB) activities for the F-16 Block 70 production line.

Responsibilities for this position will include:
- Fatigue/Durability and Damage Tolerance Analysis to support new product designs and production of metallic structures
- Use of in-house crack growth analysis tools to perform required service life analysis to evaluate MRB dispositions
- Support MRB activity for non-conforming parts and provide structural recommendations to substantiate dispositions
- Ability to work independently and prioritize tasks appropriately

Custom Fields:
Name: Security Clearance Comments
Value: None

Name: Does this role require access to ECI information
Value: Yes

Name: Security Clearance
Value: None

Name: Allow Expenses
Value: No

Name: OT Status
Value: non-Exempt

Name: Worksite Classification
Value: Worker will work Onsite Full Time

Name: Work Schedule
Value: 4/10-A

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