Senior Engineer, Structural Analyst (R6027)
Core
Structural Analyst supporting the analysis and testing of advanced UAVs to ensure structural integrity of lightweight, high-performance aircraft.
Role type
Senior IC structural analyst (aerospace)
Builds
UAV airframe structures and components
Domain
Defense / Aerospace
Required skills
Finite element analysis (FEA), composite materials, metallic materials, mechanical testing, hand calculations, data analysis, structural optimization
Preferred skills
Aircraft structural design, UAV airframe development, structural testing, CAD software, PLM tools, fatigue and damage tolerance
Technologies
FEMAP, NASTRAN, HyperWorks, ANSYS, Patran, Excel, MATLAB, Python, NX, Catia, SolidWorks, Teamcenter
Responsibilities
Build and refine finite element models (FEM) to evaluate structural performance of UAV components; Perform static, modal, fatigue, and vibration analyses to assess stress, deformation, and durability; Conduct hand calculations to validate FEA results; Work with design engineers to optimize airframe structures; Support the development of test plans for structural validation; Analyze flight telemetry and structural test data; Define load cases, material properties, and design margins; Document and present structural analysis reports; Collaborate with cross-functional teams; Contribute to the continuous improvement of structural analysis methodologies
Seniority
Senior, hands-on IC