Structural Engineer, Mechanical Systems, Externals, Nacelles

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. Perform structural analysis for Externals and Mechanical Systems hardware throughout preliminary design, detailed design, validation, certification, and support for manufacturing and operational service .

Posted 10/7/2026full-timeAguadilla • United StatesJuniorMid-LevelWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in Structural Analysis and Finite Element Analysis using ANSYS and Teamcenter, with a strong foundation in Mechanical, Aerospace, or Civil Engineering. Capable of providing design solutions that meet customer requirements while supporting validation and continuous improvement processes.

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Structural AnalysisFinite Element AnalysisANSYSTeamcenterMechanical Systems

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Hard Skills

Structural EngineeringClassical Methods of AnalysisDurability AnalysisVibration AnalysisFatigue Life AnalysisDamage Tolerance AnalysisTest Data EvaluationDesign DocumentationEngineering Standard Work ProcessesField Investigations

Soft Skills

Effective CommunicationTeam CollaborationProblem Solving

Industry Keywords

Mechanical EngineeringAerospace EngineeringCivil EngineeringU.S. CitizenshipHybrid Work Environment

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Perform structural analysis for Externals and Mechanical Systems hardware throughout preliminary design, detailed design, validation, certification, and support for manufacturing and operational service
Serve as the structural representative on multi-disciplinary integrated product teams, providing balanced design solutions that meet customer requirements for durability, performance, cost, and weight
Support validation test activities, including live monitoring of instrumentation relative to limits, post-processing of test data, and evaluation against program requirements
Assist with in-service field investigations
Conduct Finite Element Analysis using ANSYS, Workbench, and Teamcenter, applying classical methods for strength, stress/deflection, vibration, fatigue life, and damage tolerance
Contribute to technology development and continuous improvement of engineering standard work processes and methods
Document analysis results and present findings to management and external customers
Work effectively in a hybrid environment, combining onsite and remote workdays

Requirements

What you’ll need

Bachelor's Degree in Mechanical, Aerospace, or Civil Engineering
2 years of engineering experience, or an advanced degree in Engineering with a GPA of 3.0 or higher
U.S. citizenship is required, as only U.S. citizens are authorized to access information under this program/contract
Knowledge on Externals and/or Mechanical Systems engine components preferred
M.S. in Mechanical or Aerospace engineering preferred
Proficiency in Teamcenter, Ansys, and classical methods of analysis preferred
Theoretical to advance knowledge on Structural engineering through degree and experience preferred
English (read, write, speak) is required when communicating with customers, co-workers, or supervisors who only speak English
Travel is up to 10%

Benefits

Comp & perks

Employee Scholar Program