Static Stress Engineer - Contract

As a Static Stress Engineer you will support the fleet in-service repair of aircraft structures and is responsible for the justification of repair solutions from a Static Stress point of view, on Time, to Cost and to Quality. Duties include performing static analysis for both metallic and non-metallic parts while working in close collaboration with design and fatigue colleagues to provide repair solutions. Methods include the use of both classical hand calculations and computer techniques to develop efficient repair solutions to satisfy airworthiness requirements and customers (Airlines/MROs).

• Create high quality integrated and certified engineering repair solutions for the airlines and internal customers within given time scales.

• Perform stress/strength analyses to assess that structural integrity requirements have been met using standard hand and computer methods. Assignments include structural sizing/documentation and subsequent certification documents for in-service fleet support.

• Perform durability and damage tolerance analyses to verify that structural integrity requirements have been met. Assignments may include detail part sizing, layout maturation, trade study analysis, weight reduction efforts, certification activity, or in-service support.

• Liaise with Design, Fatigue and other appropriate Airbus departments to come up with optimum design solutions for the airline customer.

• Liaise with Principal and Senior Static Engineers in order to ensure that methods, assumptions, data and procedures reflect on-going developments.

• Ensure, with the relevant technical signature delegation, that the final repair solution brings the aircraft back into an airworthy condition.

• Identify and support local improvement initiatives to increase team efficiency through process, methods and tools improvements.

• Ensure all tasks and activities required for Repair Engineering are correctly planned, monitored and executed to achieve customer time scales.

• Provide responses for routine repair queries by giving guidance as required within Airbus Operations and Customer Services in a clear and concise manner.

• Together with other Repair Design and Fatigue Engineers, be a member of an integrated engineering team, ensuring its strategy, policy and direction is maintained.

• Bachelor of Science (BS) Degree in Engineering (Aero, Civil, Mechanical) with a strong curriculum emphasis on structural design and analysis and mechanics of materials is required.

• 3 years total analysis experience in airframe design/repair programs.

• Position requires in-depth knowledge of classical and numerical (Finite Element) stress analysis methods.

• Capable of working in a dynamic, fast-paced environment both independently and collectively.

• Up to ~5 % Domestic and very limited possible international travel, subject to additional based on customer / project requirements

• Authorized to work in the United States. This position is subject to ITAR regulations and is therefore limited to U.S. citizens, Green Card holders, and permanent residents.

• Onsite or remote:  Onsite a minimum of 90% of the time  at the Wichita Engineering office.

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Here’s a heads-up of the upcoming steps:

1. Phone Interview with Recruiter: We’ll begin with an introductory call to discuss your background and interest in the role. Please make sure to add your correct phone number. You will hear from us soon. 
2. Interview with the Hiring Manager
3. Offer Letter: We´ll extend you an offer and start the onboarding process.
4. Background Check & DOT Drug Screen: This step involves conducting a comprehensive background check, which includes reviewing criminal history, and other relevant records. Additionally, a Department of Transportation (DOT) drug screening will be carried out to ensure compliance with federal regulations for safety-sensitive positions
5. You start your next challenge!