Aircraft Dynamics Engineer

Responsibilities

• Lead aircraft aeroelastic analysis including flutter, whirl flutter, control reversal, and divergence
• Develop mass and stiffness representative structural FEM to support dynamic analysis
• Support development of dynamic analysis processes and results for vertical flight loads
• Conduct aeroservoelastic analysis on fly by wire flight controls systems
• Work with Structures and Flight Controls teams to develop requirements from dynamic analysis results
• Lead component and vehicle-level modal test definition and execution, including structural coupling tests
• Use test results to drive updates to structural FEM and requirements

Requirements

• Bachelor of Science degree in Aerospace Engineering or related field
• 3-5 years of experience in aircraft dynamic analysis and testing
• Experience with industry standard dynamics analysis software such as NASTRAN or FEMAP
• Experience with aerodynamic analysis methods (panel methods, CFD, etc.)
• Experience with MATLAB, Python, and CAD tools (CATIA, SolidWorks, etc.)
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience with dynamic analysis in vertical flight using tools such as RCAS
• Experience leading Ground Vibration and Structural Coupling tests
• Experience with vibration analysis and requirements development
• Experience as a FAA Designated Engineering Representative (DER)

About the Company

BETA Technologies is revolutionizing electric aviation through a commitment to sustainability and innovation in electric aircraft design.