F-18 Mid-Level Structural Analysis Engineer

Boeing Global Services is currently seeking a Mid-Level Structural Analysis Engineer to become part of the F/A-18 Structural Analysis team in Hazelwood, MO.

The BGS F/A-18 Structural Analysis team is responsible for supporting new source stand up, modifications, repairs and spares production support of the F/A-18 Legacy Hornet and Super Hornet, T-45 and AV-8B. The selected candidate must be able to work in a fast-paced, diverse work environment. Team members will work with cross-functional teams including representatives from Design Engineering, Manufacturing Engineering, Liaison Engineering, Technical Integration, Supplier Management, Production Operations, and Program Management.

Position Responsibilities:

- Conduct detailed stress analyses of aircraft primary structures using well defined analysis tools

- Verification of structural integrity by using analytical methods, finite element models/simulations and other analysis tools to develop and maintain the characteristics and performance of the components

- Supports in-service products by investigating failures and analyzing improvements

- Assist in the development of test plans, support test execution to validate systems and components meet requirements and specifications

- Support on-going supplier and customer activities by providing real-time support

- Works under general direction

Basic Qualifications (Required Skills/Experience):

- Bachelor of Science degree in Engineering (with a focus on Mechanical, Civil, Aerospace Aeronautical or Material Sciences)

- 5+ years’ experience in structural analysis

- Experience with structural design principles for aircraft primary structure (e.g., fatigue, damage tolerance, corrosion, stress analysis, material characteristics, and repair techniques)

- 5+ years' experience with finite element modeling structural analysis methods and tools, including MSC Nastran(also including PATRAN, ABAQUS, Hypermesh, Stress Check, Mechanica, etc)

- Experience in a role that required strong technical, analytical, and writing skills.

- Ability and willingness to travel 10% of the time domestically and internationally