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Structural Engineer III
Sierra Nevada Corporation
Plano, USA
Full-time
Senior · 6+ years experience
Onsite
Discovered 4 weeks ago
Full Job Posting
Responsibilities:
- Support the design and analysis of advanced metallic and composite structures.
- Perform detailed structural analysis and identify areas for improvement.
- Mentor and guide junior engineers on structural engineering practices.
- Ensure all designs meet industry standards and regulatory requirements.
- Collaborate with cross-functional teams to integrate structural designs into overall systems.
- Oversee the development and execution of structural test plans.
- Qualifications You Must Have:
- Bachelor’s degree in Aerospace Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Civil Engineering, or a related field.
- 6+ years of experience in structural engineering or a related role.
- Thorough understanding of structural analysis and design principles.
- Understanding of engineering principles and practices.
- Ability to work in multi-disciplinary design and development teams.
- Experience with Static Analyses.
- Knowledge of Computer Aided Engineering tools.
- The ability to obtain and maintain a Secret U.S. Security Clearance is required
- Higher level relevant degree may substitute for experience.
- Experience in Engineering Simulation using Finite Element Analysis (FEA) tools.
- Qualifications We Prefer:
- Background in the Aerospace and Defense Industry.
- Ability to perform classical analysis using industry standard hand calculation methods.
- Experience performing fatigue and damage tolerance analysis utilizing tools such as NASGRO or AFGROW.
- Familiarity with FAA, NASA, and/or DoD design and construction regulations.
- Essential Functions:
- Apply systematic and logical problem-solving techniques to develop structural designs and analysis.
- Convey technical information, design specifications, and project updates to team members, stakeholders, and management in a clear manner.
- Understand, generate, and/or review technical documents such as drawings, structural analysis reports, and test reports.
- Work on a computer for extended periods in an office or hybrid environment.
- Travel occasionally to support events such as aircraft surveys, design reviews, and customer interface meetings.
- This posting will be open for application for a minimum of 5 days and may be extended based on business needs.
- SNC offers a generous benefit package, including medical, dental, and vision plans, 401(k) with 150% match up to 6%, life insurance, 3 weeks paid time off, tuition reimbursement, and more.
- IMPORTANT NOTICE:
- Learn more about the background check process for Security Clearances.
- SNC is a global leader in aerospace and national security committed to moving the American Dream forward. We’re known and respected for our mission and execution focus, agility, and disruptive and rapid innovation. We provide leading edge technologies and transformative solutions that support our nation’s most critical security needs. If you are mission-focused, thrive in collaborative environments, and want to make our country stronger with state-of-the-art technologies that safeguard freedom, join our team!
- SNC is an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to an environment free of discrimination. Employment decisions are made based on merit without regard to race, color, age, religion, sex, national origin, disability, status as a protected veteran or other characteristics protected by law.
About Sierra Nevada Corporation
Aerospace & Defense Manufacturing5000 employeesFounded 1963
Aerospace and national security contractor providing innovative technology solutions.
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