Lead Structural Analyst for Stress, Fracture and Fatigue

Company: BOEING
Location: Huntsville
Posted on: November 20, 2020

Job Description:

Job Description The Boeing Defense, Space and Security, Space and Launch division is seeking a highly motivated Lead Structural Analyst for Stress, Fracture and Fatigue (Level 4) to perform detailed structural analysis and lead teams to provide solutions to key challenges for the Space Launch System (SLS) program, as well as provide support to multiple commercial and government programs. The In-Space Vehicles organization manages the company's major commercial and government space launch, satellite and ground programs for communications, national defense and other missions. This position performs structural analysis including stress, fracture and fatigue assessments. Builds finite element models, performs analyses, assesses margins and life usage. Works closely with designers to develop and improve designs, improve margins and mitigate technical risks. Works with and helps define structural requirements for vendors. Assesses structural test data and verification of requirements. This position is located in Huntsville, AL. Position Responsibilities : * Performs detailed structural analysis to determine structural integrity (margins of safety), using classical techniques and Boeing tools, to support drawing release, establishes maintenance/inspection programs and supports the Manufacturing Review Board process. * Integrates component-level structural math models and performs integrated analysis, using finite element methods, to develop internal loads and stresses in order to verify structural integrity. * Performs structural analysis and provides expertise to respond to customer inquiries, develops service bulletins, investigates failures and coordinate with regulatory agencies, to maintain continued airworthiness/mission capability. * Guides structural design and configuration development. Performs trade studies to optimize structure and meet program requirements. * Documents structural analyses and data, required to show compliance with Boeing, customer and regulatory requirements, at a component level. * Develops, deploys and supports in-house and commercial application software to enable efficient performance of engineering tasks to reduce cycle time and drive product improvements. * Researches and prepares data to support definition of structural design requirements. * Researches new technology applications, new product designs and structural life enhancement concepts, to improve products at the program level. * Develops test plans, conducts pre-test analysis, monitors tests, analyzes and correlates test data, and documents results, to develop and certify structural concepts, investigates failures and develops material allowables. * Supports Integration and Test by assessing out of spec conditions and providing recommendations in a timely manner. Work Authorization : This position must meet Export Control compliance requirements, therefore a "US Person" as defined by 22 C.F.R. § 120.15 is required. "US Person" includes US Citizen, lawful permanent resident, refugee, or asylee. This position requires the ability to obtain access to a National Aeronautics and Space Administration (NASA) facility. Access to the facility requires a background investigation by U.S. Government authorities. Basic Qualifications (Required Skills and Experience) : * Bachelor's degree within Mechanical or Aerospace Engineering Discipline * 5+ years of experience using NASTRAN/PATRAN or similar FEM software to perform structural analysis on aircraft or space structures. * 5+ years of eexperience with structural analysis methods and repair principles (e.g., fatigue and corrosion, stress analysis, statics, materials strength, material characteristics, repair techniques, damage tolerance methods used in maintenance programs). * Ability to travel 10% of the time. Preferred Qualifications (Desired Skills and Experience) : * Degree in Mechanical, Aerospace, Applied Mechanics, Structural, and Civil are preferred. * Experience with Space Launch systems. * Experience effectively communicating and collaborating on multi-discipline teams * Experience leading structural and mechanical tests of vehicles and/or subsystems * Experience managing/leading engineering projects. * Experience mentoring junior engineers. Typical Education and Experience : Education/experience typically acquired through advanced technical education from an accredited course of study in engineering, computer science, mathematics, physics or chemistry (e.g. Bachelor) and typically 9 or more years' related work experience or an equivalent combination of technical education and experience (e.g. PhD+4 years' related work experience, Master+7 years' related work experience). In the USA, ABET accreditation is the preferred, although not required, accreditation standard. Relocation : Relocation assistance is not a negotiable benefit for this position. Candidates must live in the immediate area or relocate at their own expense. Drug Free Workplace: Boeing is a Drug Free Workplace where post offe

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