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Structures Engineer, Hypersonic Air Vehicles

Costa Mesa, California, United States

$129,000-$193,000 / year

full-timeseniordefense technology

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Description

You will own the full development lifecycle of primary and secondary aircraft structures for Group 5 high-speed air vehicles, from conceptual design through prototype manufacturing. Collaborate in a multidisciplinary team to solve complex engineering problems, using first principles and FEA to deliver high-performance, scalable mechanical systems.

Requirements

  • B.S. in Aerospace or Mechanical Engineering or equivalent experience
  • 5+ years of experience in aerospace or related industry
  • Strong technical knowledge in engineering principles, mechanics of composite materials, design, analysis, testing, and fabrication
  • Deep understanding of load paths, design practices, and hand calculations for robust structurally efficient assemblies
  • Ability to obtain and maintain US DoD Secret Clearance or higher

Responsibilities

  • Utilize first principle methods and design tools to develop new aircraft products
  • Own development of primary and secondary aircraft structural parts and assemblies from preliminary design through prototype manufacturing
  • Perform complex modeling and finite element analysis at detailed component, major assembly, and aircraft level
  • Apply design for manufacturing concepts to create cost-effective, easily manufacturable solutions
  • Conduct trade studies to determine optimal solution for weight, performance, manufacturability, cost, and schedule
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