Aircraft Loads & Dynamics Engineer

Quartus Engineering

. Perform static and dynamic loads analysis for flight and ground conditions, including gust, turbulence, landing, taxiing, takeoff, and emergency maneuvers .

Posted 9/17/2026full-timeHerndon • California • United StatesSeniorLead💰 $142,245 - $235,409 per yearWebsite

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Demonstrates expertise in static and dynamic loads analysis for aircraft, including compliance with airworthiness standards and certification requirements. Proficient in aeroelastic analysis and experienced in providing technical guidance to engineering teams.

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Static Loads AnalysisAeroelastic AnalysisMSC NASTRANMATLAB CodingSpecial Class Airworthiness

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Hard Skills

Dynamic Loads AnalysisLoad Case DevelopmentAerodynamic Database DevelopmentFlutter AnalysisControl Reversal StudiesStructural Resonance MitigationEngine Imbalance AnalysisTechnical Report PreparationCompliance Data PackagesGround Vibration Testing

Soft Skills

Technical GuidanceMentorship

Tools & Technologies

ZAEROPatranFEMAPRCASAdams

Industry Keywords

Airworthiness StandardsCFD AnalysisAeroservoelastic AnalysisFAA DERs

Tech Stack

Tools & technologies

FlutterPython

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Perform static and dynamic loads analysis for flight and ground conditions, including gust, turbulence, landing, taxiing, takeoff, and emergency maneuvers
Develop load cases in compliance with certification requirements and design criteria
Support development of aerodynamic databases and load envelopes with the aerodynamics group
Conduct aeroelastic analyses, including flutter, divergence, and control reversal studies
Mitigate risks related to structural resonance, fatigue, and dynamic instabilities
Analyze sustained engine imbalance effects on aircraft structural loads and dynamic response
Prepare technical reports, substantiation documents, and compliance data packages for regulatory authorities
Ensure compliance with applicable airworthiness standards
Collaborate with regulatory agencies and certification specialists
Provide technical guidance and mentorship to junior engineers and team members
Work with Quartus’s business development/sales organization to expand and diversify the air vehicle customer base

Requirements

What you’ll need

BS and/or MS in Mechanical, Aerospace, Structural, or similar Engineering field
10+ years of experience in aircraft/rotorcraft static loads and criteria
Experience with static and dynamic load derivation for aircraft
Experience developing aeroelastic analysis models
Experience or expertise in MSC NASTRAN, ZAERO, or similar tool is required
Experience or expertise in coding with MATLAB and/or Python
Familiarity with Patran, FEMAP, RCAS, Adams, or comparable tools
Experience with ground vibration and/or static load tests
Experience with Special Class Airworthiness (Part 21)
Must be a US Person (US Citizen or US Permanent Resident)
Knowledge and experience with CFD analysis preferred
Experience working with Structures FAA DERs a plus
Knowledge or experience with Aeroservoelastic analyses preferred

Benefits

Comp & perks

Discretionary performance-based bonus
Employee stock ownership plan
Medical insurance
Dental insurance
Vision insurance
401(k) plan with company match
Comprehensive benefits
Hybrid work arrangement