Design the Future of Flight – Now Hiring Structural Analysis EngineersTake your engineering expertise to new heights. PDS Tech Commercial is partnering with a leading aviation innovator to hire a Structural Analysis Engineer who will help design and validate the structures behind advanced flight systems. If you’re driven by precision, innovation, and impact, this is your opportunity to shape the future of aerospace.
About the RoleAs a Structural Analysis Engineer, you will apply advanced engineering and physical science principles to develop and evaluate aircraft structures for performance, safety, and compliance. Your work will directly influence how flight systems are designed, manufactured, and delivered—ensuring structural integrity in one of the world’s most demanding industries.
Location: Wichita, KS
Schedule: Monday–Friday (Flexibility to work any shift as needed)
Job Type: Full-Time Consultant (12 months)
Pay Rate: $89.28 per hour
What You’ll DoYou’ll be at the heart of aircraft structural design and analysis, collaborating across engineering disciplines:
- Develop, analyze, and validate flight vehicle structural designs
- Apply expertise in materials, structural behavior, and physical sciences
- Evaluate structures for performance, functional adequacy, cost efficiency, and manufacturability
- Ensure compliance with customer specifications and regulatory requirements
- Support the design of primary and secondary structures, nacelles, and payload systems
- Utilize advanced tools such as CATIA V5 and 3DEXPERIENCE (3DX)
- Work with both metallic and composite materials
- Collaborate with cross-functional teams in design, manufacturing, and integration
- Document and present engineering findings, recommendations, and technical solutions
What You BringRequired Qualifications- Bachelor’s degree in Engineering or related field
- 5–8 years of experience with BS, 3–6 years with MS, or 0–3 years with PhD
- Hands-on experience with:
- Structural analysis and design principles
- Metallic and composite materials
- CAD tools such as CATIA V5 and 3DX
- Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
- Ability to work collaboratively in a fast-paced engineering environment
Preferred Qualifications- Experience in aerospace or aviation structural design
- Familiarity with nacelle structures and payload integration
- Knowledge of manufacturing processes and structural optimization
- Experience working across cross-functional engineering teams
Why Join UsAt PDS Tech Commercial, your expertise is valued and your contributions make a difference.
- High-Impact Work: Help design and analyze structures that power modern aviation
- Top-Tier Compensation: Competitive pay reflective of your advanced technical expertise
- Innovative Environment: Collaborate with industry leaders on cutting-edge aerospace projects
- Career Growth: Expand your engineering portfolio with meaningful, high-visibility work
- Dynamic Challenges: Work on complex systems that push your skills and creativity
Ready to Engineer What’s Next?If you’re passionate about structural design, thrive on solving complex engineering challenges, and want to make a lasting impact in aviation, this role is for you.
Apply today and help build the structures that keep the world flying.
Pay Details: $89.28 per hour
Benefit offerings available for our associates include medical, dental, vision, life insurance, short-term disability, additional voluntary benefits, EAP program, commuter benefits and a 401K plan. Our benefit offerings provide employees the flexibility to choose the type of coverage that meets their individual needs. In addition, our associates may be eligible for paid leave including Paid Sick Leave or any other paid leave required by Federal, State, or local law, as well as Holiday pay where applicable.
Equal Opportunity Employer/Veterans/Disabled
Military connected talent encouraged to apply
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- The California Fair Chance Act
- Los Angeles City Fair Chance Ordinance
- Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance for Employers
- San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance
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