Senior Structural Analyst
Elroy Air
What You'll Own:
- Performing static and dynamic structural analysis of primary and secondary composite and metallic aircraft structures and systems integration, using classical and finite element analysis (FEA) methods
- Performing trade studies, optimization, and checks of aircraft structures for specific strength, rigidity, and durability requirements, consistently promoting balance with complexity and cost
- Performing correlation and correction of structural models using empirical data
- Supporting the planning, execution, and reporting of static and dynamic structural tests
- Supporting the development and maintenance of the structural engineering ecosystem including design guidelines, analysis methods and tools, test procedures, and allowables
- Supporting design, manufacturing, and service engineers in developing well-balanced solutions
Our Ideal Candidate:
- MS in Mechanical Engineering, Aerospace Engineering, or related discipline
- 7+ years of experience performing vehicle-level structural analysis in the automotive, aeronautical, and/or space industries
- Deep knowledge and experience with dynamic loads, vibration, and fatigue analysis
- Experience with external loads development and management
- Expert user of FEMAP, NX Nastran, Microsoft Excel, and MATLAB
- Is kind, respectful, and direct using strong verbal and written communication skills. Open to giving and receiving feedback.
- Thrives in a dynamic hands-on environment
Bonus Points For:
- PhD in Mechanical Engineering or related discipline
- Experience with lift + cruise, tilt-rotor, and/or rotary-wing aircraft
- Experience with non-linear, frequency response, and/or aeroelastic structural analysis
- Experience with full-scale static and dynamic ground and flight testing of aircraft structures
- Experience with building-block structural analysis/test campaigns
- Experience with composite material system evaluation, qualification, and showing equivalency
- Experience analyzing bonded and fastened composite and metallic structures for strength, rigidity, and durability
- Experience with Part 21 FAA aircraft type certification processes and Part 23, Part 27, Part 35, and/or ASTM airworthiness standards, including requirements, means of compliance, and methods of compliance
- Proficient user of Python, VBA for Microsoft Excel, and FEMAP’s API
What's In It For You:
- Competitive salary + equity package
- Comprehensive insurance options for medical/dental/vision/long term disability/life + optional plans for commuter accounts, pet insurance, legal help, and more!
- Retirement planning: 401(k) with company contribution
- 3 months fully paid parental leave
- Highly flexible vacation policy- that we actually want you to use!
- Employee Assistance Program with 24/7 support
- Developing Employee Resource Groups (Affinity Groups) for underrepresented groups
- You’ll work with a kind, diverse, and highly skilled team
- You'll help define a new category of aerospace / logistics / robotics, and you'll work on systems that have never been built before
- As an early member of a fast growing team, you'll help shape and define our company culture and values
- Flexible work arrangements (we understand you have a personal life)