Structures Design Engineer

Responsibilities

• Contribute to the design and analysis of composite and metallic structures for high-performance aircraft
• Support structural layout and configuration development with guidance from senior engineers
• Perform CAD modeling, drawings, and basic structural analysis including hand calculations and FEA
• Assist with trade studies balancing performance, weight, cost, and manufacturability
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams such as aero, propulsion, manufacturing, and test to define structural requirements
• Participate in design reviews, manufacturing support, and testing activities
• Document work clearly and maintain configuration control of designs and models

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering, Aerospace Engineering or a related field
• 3-10 years of experience in structural design and analysis
• Familiarity with composite and metallic materials, structural design principles, and manufacturing processes
• Hands-on proficiency in CAD such as NX, SolidWorks, or similar
• Exposure to structural analysis methods including hand calculations and FEA tools like Nastran, Abaqus, or Ansys
• Strong problem-solving skills and ability to work in a fast-paced, multidisciplinary environment

About the Company

Executive Recruiting Group is a professional recruiting firm seeking to place high-level talent in innovative aerospace environments.