Sr Structural Engineer

Collins Aerospace

• $110K — $130K *
Aerospace & Defense
8 - 10 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Bachelor's degree in Mechanical, Aerospace, Civil Engineering, or related field
  • 10+ years of structural engineering experience in aerospace and defense
  • Extensive experience with structural design and certification for metallic and composite materials
  • Proven experience in multidisciplinary design and development teams
  • Advanced knowledge of static and dynamic structural analyses

Responsibilities

  • Design and evaluate metallic and composite structures throughout the product lifecycle
  • Perform complex static and dynamic analyses on aerospace hardware
  • Translate engineering principles into certified designs for aerospace applications
  • Conduct simulation modeling to predict structural performance
  • Ensure structural integrity against demanding operational loads

Benefits

  • Collaborative work environment with multidisciplinary teams
  • Opportunities to work on advanced mission payloads and space exploration platforms
  • Contribution to cutting-edge technologies in aerospace and defense
  • Potential for professional growth and development within the field
  • Engagement in meaningful projects that impact aerospace safety and effectiveness
Full Job Description
About the Job:

In this role, you will design, evaluate, and certify cutting-edge metallic and composite structures across the entire product lifecycle. Supporting advanced mission payloads, integrated aircraft, and space exploration platforms, you will perform complex static and dynamic structural analyses. Working in a multidisciplinary environment, you will translate engineering principles into certified aerospace designs, conduct simulation modeling, and ensure structural integrity against demanding operational loads.

What We're Looking For Education & Experience
  • Bachelor of Science degree in Mechanical Engineering, Aerospace Engineering, Civil Engineering, or a related discipline.
  • 10+ years of relevant structural engineering experience in the aerospace and defense sector.
  • Extensive experience performing structural design, evaluation, and certification for metallic and composite systems.
  • Proven track record working within multidisciplinary design and development teams.

Must-Have Skills
  • Structural Analysis: Advanced knowledge and application of static and dynamic structural analyses for aerospace hardware.
  • Computer-Aided Engineering (CAE): High proficiency with engineering simulation tools and CAD environments.
  • Core Engineering Principles: Thorough understanding of structural mechanics, material properties, load paths, and engineering practices across the product lifecycle.

Nice-to-Have Skills (Preferred)
  • FEA/Simulation tools proficiency (e.g., MSC Nastran/Patran, FEMAP, or ANSYS).
  • Fatigue and damage tolerance analysis experience using tools like NASGRO or AFGROW.
  • Ability to perform classical structural hand calculations for fast trade studies and validation.
  • Knowledge of Model-Based Definition (MBD), parametric design, material selection, and aerospace manufacturing processes.
  • Demonstrated capability to author formal structural substantiation and stress reports.

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