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JOB TITLE:  Structural Analysis Engineer
LOCATION: Wichita, KS
PAY RATE: $86.00/hr

We are a national aerospace and defense staffing agency seeking highly qualified candidates for a position with a top-tier client.

Job Details:

• Job Type: Contract (12 months with potential for extension)

• Industry: Aerospace / Defense / Aviation

• Benefits: Medical, dental, and vision (Cigna)

• Perks: Bonus potential + Priority access via Tier 1 supplier

• Openings Nationwide: Thousands of opportunities across the U.S.

Qualifying Questions:

• Are you a U.S. Person (U.S. citizen, lawful permanent resident, or protected individual) as defined under ITAR regulations?

• Do you meet the educational and experience requirements for this role?

• Can you commute to the job location or relocate if necessary?

Summary: 

• Applies knowledge of structural analysis including materials technology, finite element modeling, static analysis, fatigue analysis, damage tolerance analysis, thermal analysis, vibration analysis, and structural testing to determine structural adequacy.

• Ensures structural designs meet customer requirements and regulatory compliance.

• Collaborates on structural design and manufacturing processes.

• Participates in post-delivery product support activities.

• Evaluates structural performance for flight vehicle products.

• Uses finite element modeling for structural analysis.

• Performs static and fatigue analysis on aerospace structures.

• Conducts damage tolerance analysis for structural integrity.

• Performs thermal and vibration analysis on structures.

• Collaborates with design and manufacturing teams to ensure structural adequacy.

Requirements:

• Must be a U.S. Person (as defined by ITAR).

• Bachelor's degree with 5-8 years of experience, or Master's degree with 3-6 years of experience, or PhD with 0-3 years of experience.

• Experience with structural analysis including finite element modeling, static analysis, fatigue analysis, damage tolerance analysis, thermal analysis, and vibration analysis.

• Experience with materials technology for aerospace applications.

• Experience with structural testing methods.

• Knowledge of customer requirements and regulatory compliance standards.

• Ability to collaborate on structural design and manufacturing processes.

• Experience in post-delivery product support activities.

• Knowledge of structural analysis tools and methodologies.

• Understanding of aerospace structural integrity and compliance requirements.

About Us:

The Structures Company is a premier national aerospace and defense staffing agency specializing in contract, contract-to-hire, and direct hire placements. We deliver expert workforce solutions across engineering, IT, production, maintenance, and support roles.

As trusted partners to leading aerospace and defense OEMs and Tier 1 suppliers, we connect professionals with career opportunities to grow and excel in aviation, aerospace, and defense.

Eligibility Requirements:

Must be a U.S. Person (U.S. citizen, lawful permanent resident, or protected individual under 8 U.S.C. § 1324b(a)(3)) to comply with ITAR regulations.

Keywords: aerospace, aviation, engineering, maintenance, aircraft design, defense

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