Aircraft Structural Engineer

Description

Summary: Seeking an Aircraft Structural Engineer to own structural analysis, FEM modeling, and prototype validation for unmanned cargo aircraft in a fast-paced startup. Highlights: 1. Opportunity to work on a new aircraft platform development 2. Mission-driven environment focused on impactful aerospace technology 3. Exposure to aircraft design, structural analysis, and validation We are expanding our engineering team and are looking for an Aircraft Structural Engineer to support and take ownership of defined structural analysis, structural substantiation, Finite Element Method modelling, and prototype validation activities for our unmanned cargo aircraft platform. This role requires practical engineering judgement, responsibility for assigned structural work packages, and the ability to work in a fast\-moving startup environment where project milestones and technical priorities must be managed carefully. Key Responsibilities * Perform structural analysis of aircraft structures, including static, dynamic, fatigue, and composite structural analysis. * Develop, review, and validate finite element models for aircraft airframe structures. * Perform load analysis, structural checks, margin of safety calculations, and support structural sizing and optimization. * Take ownership of defined structural work packages such as wing, fuselage, tail, landing gear attachments, internal structures, or structural interfaces. * Support load case definition, structural validation activities, and aircraft\-level structural risk assessment. * Provide structural input to CAD design development and support Finite Element Method, Computational Fluid Dynamics, manufacturing, and testing teams with structural requirements and interface loads. * Support structural testing and validation of prototype components, including comparison of test results with analytical and Finite Element Method predictions. * Prepare and review engineering documentation, calculation notes, technical reports, and structural substantiation documents. * Support structural development in alignment with applicable airworthiness requirements such as CS\-23 or equivalent standards. Required Qualifications * Master’s degree in Aerospace Engineering, Aeronautical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, or a related field. * 3–5 years of experience in aircraft structural analysis, airframe structures, UAVs, unmanned aircraft, or lightweight/composite aircraft structures. * Strong understanding of aircraft structures, structural load paths, composite materials, manufacturability, and airframe design principles. * Experience using finite element methods for structural analysis, load assessment, margin of safety calculations, structural validation, or prototype testing support. * Good English communication skills and ability to coordinate clearly with multidisciplinary engineering teams. * Ability to work independently in a fast\-paced engineering environment and take responsibility for assigned structural tasks. * Ability to coordinate with junior engineers, interns, CAD engineers, Computational Fluid Dynamics engineers, manufacturing teams, and testing teams when required. * Familiarity with airworthiness and aircraft structural certification requirements, such as CS\-23 or equivalent standards, is preferred. Engineering Tools Experience with one or more of the following tools is preferred: * CAD: Siemens NX, CATIA V5, SolidWorks * CAE / Finite Element Analysis: Simcenter 3D, Abaqus, MSC Nastran * MATLAB or similar engineering calculation tools What We Offer * Competitive salary. * Opportunity to work on the development of a new aircraft platform. * A mission\-driven engineering environment focused on impactful aerospace technology. * Opportunity to take responsibility in a fast\-growing aerospace startup. * Exposure to aircraft design, structural analysis, prototype development, testing, and validation activities. Job Type: Full\-time Language: * English (Required) Work Location: In person