Job Summary:
The Structures / Fatigue and Damage Tolerance (F&DT) Engineer will be responsible and involved in all aspects of our products. From continued field support of legacy aircraft to on-going line support and afterspanet product enhancements. Emphasis is on ensuring that the airframe is both durable (free from cracks) and tolerant of the unexpected damage that might occur during its operational life. Responsible for ensuring the aircraft is structurally sound throughout the operating envelope.

Key Responsibilities:

• Perform fatigue and damage tolerance analysis on primary and secondary aircraft structure to support certification, continued airworthiness, and field support.
• Develop and validate fatigue spectra, stress analysis, crack growth predictions, and inspection intervals using classical and FEA methods.
• Support legacy fleet through damage assessments, repair justifications, and Service Bulletin development.
• Provide on-going line support for production issues, non-conformances, and MRB dispositions related to structural integrity.
• Define inspection requirements, thresholds, and repeat intervals for Damage Tolerance-based maintenance programs.
• Support afterspanet product enhancements, modifications, and STCs with full F&DT substantiation.
• Review and approve structural repairs for compliance with FAR Part 25.571, Part 26, and other applicable regulations.
• Interface with FAA, DERs, ODA UM, and foreign authorities to obtain approval of analysis and documentation.
• Prepare technical reports, certification plans, compliance documents, and responses to regulatory inquiries.
• Collaborate with Stress, Design, Materials & Processes, and Liaison Engineering on cross-functional projects.
• Interface directly with internal and external customers to resolve in-service structural issues and communicate technical findings.
• Support fleet surveys, teardown inspections, and full-scale fatigue test programs as required.

Minimum Required Qualifications:

• Bachelor of Science in Engineering - Aerospace, Mechanical, Civil, or related discipline required.
• 5+ years of experience in Structures Engineering with emphasis on Fatigue and Damage Tolerance.
• Must have both military and civil aircraft experience.
• Strong working knowledge of FAR Part 25.571, AC 25.571-1, and related FAA/EASA regulations.
• Proficient in classical fatigue analysis, fracture mechanics, and crack growth tools such as NASGRO, AFGROW, or equivalent.
• Experience with FEA tools such as Nastran/Patran, ABAQUS, or ANSYS.
• Ability to read and interpret engineering drawings, FEMs, and stress reports.
• Strong communication skills and proven ability to work effectively with internal and external customers.
• Must be able to read, write, speak, and understand the English language.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Master of Science in Engineering.
• DER or ODA Unit Member authorization in Structures/F&DT.
• Experience with legacy aircraft sustainment programs and life extension.
• Knowledge of composite fatigue and damage tolerance principles.
• Experience supporting full-scale aircraft fatigue testing.
• Familiarity with Part 26 / Aging Aircraft requirements and Widespread Fatigue Damage programs.

• Time, Time and a half overtime pay
• Full max per diem benefits
• Benefits
• Paycheck Advances
• Longevity Bonus
• Life Insurance
• Referral Bonus Program
• 401K
• 6 Paid Holidays