Structures Architect — Conceptual Design
Core
Develop conceptual-level airframe architecture and parametric structural models for a next-generation all-electric eVTOL aircraft.
Role type
Senior IC aircraft structures architect (conceptual design)
Builds
Conceptual airframe architecture, parametric structural models, and weight estimates for eVTOL configurations.
Domain
Aerospace / eVTOL / Structural Engineering
Required skills
conceptual airframe architecture, aeroelastic analysis (flutter/whirl-flutter), structural sizing (classical/analytical), Python programming, parametric geometry generation, composite/metallic construction knowledge, systems integration
Preferred skills
rotorcraft/tiltrotor/eVTOL experience, sectionproperties library, ASWING/NeoCASS/OpenAeroStruct/pyNastran/SUAVE tools, certification-driven structural requirements
Technologies
ASWING, NeoCASS, OpenAeroStruct, pyNastran, SUAVE, sectionproperties, CATIA, NX, SolidWorks, OpenVSP, CadQuery
Responsibilities
Develop conceptual airframe architecture and parametric models for fuselage, wing, tail, and nacelle; size major structural components using analytical methods and FEM; predict aeroelastic behavior and modal characteristics; partner on loads and OML definition; evaluate structural layout trades for weight/cost/manufacturability; lead material selection trades; assess packaging and volume allocation; generate structural weight estimates.
Seniority
Senior, hands-on IC
