Cirrus · 3 months ago
Stress Engineer Principal Sr
Duluth, MN
Full-time
Onsite
Senior Level, Lead/Staff
$158K/yr - $237K/yr
18+ years expCirrus Aircraft is seeking a Senior Principal Stress Engineer in the Structures team, Product Development, acting as a structures Subject Matter Expert (SME) developing and certifying new aircraft and related product designs. This role involves mentoring other engineers, developing structural analysis methods, and leading project assignments related to aircraft structures and FAA certification.
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Responsibilities
Subject matter expert, mentoring and coaching other stress and design engineers
Participates in personal and department continuous improvement activities, such as standards development
Develop aircraft structural layout
Develops and validates structural analysis methods
Develops FAA certification plans
Leads project assignments and takes responsibility for designs and design outcomes
Generate and peer review structural analysis of aircraft structures that includes: detail part sizing, and strength assessment of structure and systems installations, as well as correlation to test articles using classical hand analysis methods and FEA
Generate and peer review certification test plans, test reports and analysis reports
Material Review Board (MRB) - Develops repair dispositions and repair substantiation for MRB non-conformances
Qualification
Required
Minimum 4-year Degree in Aerospace or Mechanical Engineering with at least 18 years of experience in aircraft structural analysis, testing and FAA certification
Recognized within engineering for structural technical competence
Extensive knowledge of aircraft structure, materials and manufacturing processes including composites
Ability to provide technical leadership, guidance and decision making
Thorough understanding of load paths and aircraft structural behavior
Knowledge of developing internal loads from global aircraft loads as well as component loads
Classical hand analysis (including composite laminate plate theory)
Highly experienced with Finite Element Analysis (FEMAP/Nastran preferred)
Knowledge of FAA Part 23 regulations for aircraft certification
Ability to demonstrate sound judgement and effective communication skills (written and verbal). Must be able to demonstrate ability to read, write and speak the English language
Preferred
Familiarity with Part 23 Amdt. 64 and ASTM compliance standards preferred
Experience with composite repair design and substantiation
Benefits
401(k) Plan : Dollar-for-dollar match up to 5% after 90 days, with 100% vesting.
Employer-Paid Coverages : Group term life, short- and long-term disability insurance.
Comprehensive Health Coverage : Medical, vision, dental, with additional dependent coverage options.
Free Health Tracking : With rewards for meeting health goals.
Generous PTO : 160 hours accrued within the first year.
Employee Referral Bonus : For referring talented candidates.
Career Development : Tuition reimbursement and professional growth opportunities.
Exclusive Discounts : Access to partner and marketplace discounts.
Community & Engagement : Company and employee clubs at various locations.
Company
Cirrus
Cirrus Aircraft is the global leader in personal aviation.
1001-5000 employees
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Funding
Current Stage
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President, Innovation & Operations
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