Bachelor's, Master's or Doctorate of Science degree from an accredited course of study, in engineering
Able to independently construct, execute, review, and manage structural finite element models in the area of DaDT
Expertise in linear elastic fracture mechanics
Expertise with Paris Law & Spectrum Analysis
Experience with classic crack growth analysis tools (such as NASGRO, AFGROW, GROWTH, NASA/FLAGRO, and/or BEAS)
10 or more years of experience in structural analysis
10 or more years of experience in fracture, fatigue, and/or DaDT analysis
Strong written, verbal communications and presentation skills
Position Responsibilities:
Ensures compliance with methodology and processes for stress analysis, DaDT analysis, and finite element modelling in the accomplishment of work
Performs Failsafe Analyses, durability life calculations, and determines Damage Tolerance for fracture critical parts
Familiar with Single Flight Probability of Failure methods for determining fleet risk
Verifies structural integrity by defining requirements for development of analytical methods, finite element models/simulations and other analysis tools to develop the airframe structural environment, characteristics, and performance of the product
Ensures USAF Aircraft Structural Integrity Program (ASIP) requirements are met for airframe analysis and validation
Calculates inspection intervals for fleet aircraft based upon calculated crack growth rates
Develops and uses various Finite Element Models for crack growth coefficients
Understands proper application of loads in FEMs
Understands industry best practices in airframe primary structure and load paths
Supports product design and verifies structural integrity by using analytical methods, finite element models/simulations, and other analysis tools throughout the product lifecycle to develop the structural environment, characteristics and performance.
Supports in-service products by investigating failures and analyzing improvements.
Develops analytical processes/tools to improve effectiveness, quality and efficiency of the repair development effort.
Leads repair development, integration and documentation of structural requirements to establish the system design.
Works under minimal direction.
Active U.S. Secret Clearance
Familiarity with Boeing Books 1, 2, 3 & 4 with an emphasis on Durability and Damage Tolerance
Experience with Hypermesh, StressCheck, Abaqus CAE, and/or Nastran
Familiarity with Lifeworks
Graduate level or Senior level coursework in Fatigue & Fracture Mechanics
Experience validating or verifying finite element model results
Experience with structural design principles for aircraft primary structures (e.g., fatigue, damage tolerance, corrosion, stress analysis, statics, materials strength, material characteristics, and repair techniques)
Experience with Aircraft Primary Structures on Boeing Commercial Derivatives – Commercial and/or Military applications (737, 747, 757, 767 & 777)
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.
Job Number:
73165-1
Job Location:
Oklahoma City, OK
Rate:
$91.25/Hr.
Per Diem:
Yes
Overtime:
Possible
Duration:
12 Months
Start Date:
ASAP
Input Date:
07/31/2026
Firm Name:
STRUCTURES COMPANY LLC
Attention:
Debbie Aubert
Address:
P O BOX 2278
City, State:
SEAL BEACH, CA 90740
Phone:
714/823-3000
Email:Debbieaubert@thestructurescompany.com Website:www.thestructurescompany.com