Stress Engineer 

LAUNCH Technical Workforce Solutions is seeking a Stress Engineer for an opportunity in Colorado Springs, CO.

Job Duties and Responsibilities:

• Perform and/or check structural analysis and simulation using conventional classical stress analysis methods
• Perform and/or check structural analysis and simulation using finite element analysis
• Experience with non-linear analysis is preferred but not required
• Derive component applied loads and aircraft interface loads
• Work to pre-establish design parameters and requirements to assess the structural integrity of metallic (and occasionally non-metallic) aerospace component parts
• Develop and document structural tests to assess the structural integrity of component parts and to validate that all requirements are met
• Document results of the stress/loads analysis in a formal report, pursuant to obtaining FAA certification
• Create and/or check informal strength check notes
• Lead the development of analytical tools and procedures, with the goal of improving the effectiveness, quality and efficiency of the design/development process
• Evaluate and disposition manufacturing and/or in-service issues (sustaining engineering)
• Lead efforts to interface with other functional groups such as Design, Systems, Test, and Liaison et al as required
• Facilitate integration between stress and interfacing functional groups
• Lead resolution of general technical issues related to stress analysis and simulation
• Serve in a technical lead capacity to establish robust planning inputs to large project schedule development and support performance to plan

Qualifications and Requirements:

• Adaptability - Adjusts to business changes and priority shifts
• Analytical Thinking & Problem Solving - Identifies root causes, secures relevant information and identifies solutions 
• Communication - Strong written, verbal and interpersonal skills
• Teamwork - Facilitates inclusion, works well with others, and leverages diversity for success
• BA/BS degree in Mechanical, Aeronautical/Aerospace or Civil Engineerinw/7+ years’ experience or  MA/MS degree w/5+ years’ experience.  
• Major airframe, aircraft on-board cargo systems, aircraft seats (fixed and ejection), aircraft evacuation systems, aircraft cabin systems and aircraft interiors experience preferred. 
• In depth understanding of structural FAA certification requirements for commercial aerospace products
• Have a strong understanding of strength of materials, excellent analytical skills and problem solving skills.

• LS-DYNA experience

• ABAQUS experience

• HyperMesh for FEA model creation experience

• Unigraphics NX CAD experience

• Strong written, verbal, and interpersonal skills

• Ability to multi-task and prioritize both daily issues and longer term projects

• Experienced with MS Office suite of tools

• Dynamic and quasi-static nonlinear analysis.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, or veteran status.