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Stress Engineer – Wichita, Kansas, United States

Job Description:

We are looking for an experienced Stress Engineer to join our team in Wichita, KS. This role requires expertise in static, fatigue, and damage tolerance analysis for aircraft structures, with a strong understanding of Boeing methodologies and stress tools.

Key Responsibilities:

• Perform static, fatigue, and damage tolerance analysis of aircraft structures using classical hand calculations.
• Apply Boeing Static and Book 1, 2, and 3 Fatigue Analysis Methodologies.
• Utilize Boeing stress tools, including IAS, XSA/SA+, FEADMS, IDTAS, Moss-Duberg, and FAMOSS.
• Analyze load paths and extract loads from Finite Element Models (FEM).
• Conduct Damage Tolerance Analysis (DTA) in compliance with CFR25.571.
• Determine critical failure modes and ensure structural integrity.
• Perform analysis of primary and secondary metallic aircraft structures.
• Read and interpret engineering drawings.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams (Design, Materials & Process Engineering).
• Participate in customer and SME review meetings.
• Generate Engineering Stress Reports to establish compliance and safety.
• Engage with customers to understand Scope of Work and methodology.

Required Qualifications (Non-Negotiable):

• Bachelor's degree in Mechanical or Aerospace Engineering.
• 3+ years of experience (up to 18 years) as a Stress Engineer in the Aerospace industry.
• Strong expertise in stress analysis of aero structures.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Knowledge of aerospace industry standards and regulations.
• Experience in metallic and composite structural analysis.
• Proficiency in load calculations, stress calculations, and technical report preparation.
• Hands-on experience with Finite Element Analysis (FEA) tools like Nastran, Patran, FEMAP.
• Experience in static, fatigue, and damage tolerance calculations.
• Familiarity with MRB (Material Review Board) and SRM (Structural Repair Manual).
• Proficiency in CATIA V5 and Enovia.
• Strong oral and written communication and interpersonal skills.

If you're a highly skilled Stress Engineer with aerospace experience and a passion for structural analysis, we encourage you to apply!