Loads and Dynamics Engineering Lead

Responsibilities

• Lead loads analysis and modeling for aircraft vehicles, including static and dynamic load cases across all flight phases
• Define load requirements in collaboration with aerodynamics, propulsion, and structural teams
• Conduct detailed structural and fatigue load calculations to predict operational conditions
• Support aircraft configuration design by providing insights into load distribution and structural requirements
• Develop load envelopes and load criteria based on FAA regulatory requirements
• Collaborate with control system and flight dynamics engineers to optimize control surface and actuation system designs
• Participate in ground and flight testing to ensure measured loads align with design predictions
• Ensure compliance with certification standards such as 14 CFR Part 23/25/27/29

Requirements

• Master’s degree in Aerospace Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, or a related field
• 10+ years of experience in load analysis, structural dynamics, or aeroelasticity
• Expertise in load prediction tools
• Proven experience in complete aircraft load analysis for eVTOL or rotorcraft
• In-depth knowledge of FAA certification processes related to structural loads
• Familiarity with aeroelastic and aeroservoelastic phenomena
• Strong leadership and communication skills for cross-functional collaboration