Structural Analysis Engineer

Be the Engineer Behind Aircraft Strength, Safety, and Certification

About the Role

PDS Tech Commercial is partnering with a leader in the aerospace industry to hire a highly experienced Structural Analysis Engineer to support advanced airframe design and certification programs in Everett, WA. In this role, you will apply deep technical expertise in aircraft stress analysis to ensure structures meet all strength, durability, fail-safety, and damage tolerance requirements throughout the aircraft lifecycle. Your work will directly influence aircraft safety, regulatory compliance, and long-term performance.

This is a 9-month full-time consulting opportunity designed for senior-level engineers who thrive in complex, high-visibility aerospace environments.

Job Type: Full-Time Consultant (9 months)
Location: Everett, WA (Washington Design Center)
Schedule: Monday–Friday | First Shift, 7:30 AM – 4:00 PM
Pay Rate Starting at: $80.76  per hour

What You’ll Do

As a Structural Analysis Engineer, you will be responsible for validating and certifying aircraft structures using advanced analytical techniques. Your day-to-day responsibilities will include:

• Coordinating with cross-functional engineering teams to define structural environments and design requirements

• Supporting product design by performing aircraft stress analysis using analytical methods, finite element models, and simulations

• Analyzing metallic and/or composite aircraft structures to ensure compliance with strength, durability, fail-safety, and damage tolerance requirements

• Supporting multiple analysis commodities, including fuselage, wing/empennage, propulsion structures, systems stress, interiors stress, and seats stress

• Defining, documenting, and substantiating certification and test results for customer and regulatory approval

• Providing technical guidance and working under minimal direction in a fast-paced engineering environment

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical, Aerospace, Aeronautical, Civil, or Structural Engineering

• 12+ years of experience in aircraft structural or stress analysis

• Strong working knowledge of aircraft structural analysis methods and tools

• Experience with metallic and/or composite aircraft structures

• Ability to work independently while managing complex technical deliverables
  
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Preferred Qualifications

• Experience supporting commercial aircraft certification programs

• Advanced degree (Master’s or PhD) in an engineering discipline

• Familiarity with finite element modeling and advanced simulation tools

• Experience working across multiple aircraft structural commodities

Education & Experience

• Education and experience typically acquired through an accredited Bachelor’s degree and 9+ years of related experience

• Equivalent combinations of advanced degrees and experience will be considered

• ABET-accredited degrees preferred but not required

Why Join PDS Tech Commercial

At PDS Tech Commercial, we connect top engineering talent with impactful opportunities across the aerospace industry. You’ll work on complex, technically challenging programs alongside highly skilled teams that value precision, collaboration, and engineering excellence. We offer competitive compensation, exposure to cutting-edge aircraft programs, and consulting roles that allow you to make a meaningful impact without long-term commitment constraints.

Ready to Apply?

If you’re a senior Structural Analysis Engineer ready to apply your expertise to world-class aerospace programs, we encourage you to apply today. Join PDS Tech Commercial and help ensure the strength and safety of the next generation of aircraft.

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