Elevate Aircraft Seating · 2 months ago
Stress Engineer III
Huntington Beach, CA
Full-time
Hybrid
Senior Level
$80K/yr - $130K/yr
7+ years expElevate Aircraft Seating has been enhancing the passenger experience through innovative aircraft seat design and manufacturing. The Stress Engineer is responsible for the structural certification of aircraft interior units, conducting stress analysis, and preparing necessary reports and plans to ensure compliance with FAA and customer requirements.
Responsibilities
Determine structural certification path for installations, units, and components
Carry out preliminary and detailed stress analysis of aircraft interior units and components using FEA (FEMAP/NASTRAN) and hand calculations
Prepare interface loads reports and static test plans/reports, stress analysis reports, comparative analysis reports, etc
Manage static testing efforts, including instructing the technician on the setup and verifying its accuracy prior to start of static testing, interfacing with the DER to coordinate static testing and resolve any deviations from the test plan. Assist technician with fabrication of the setup as needed
Acts as primary interface with customer stress engineers to identify and assist in articulation of customer requirements and priorities; discuss and resolve technical/program issues and problems and provide contract status and updates
Identify, evaluate, establish and implement alternative courses of action in response to changing customer focus, requirements, or needs relating to structural analysis
May act as a functional lead over other stress engineers on one or more projects
Contribute to team effort by accomplishing related results as needed
Maintain a safe, secure and legal work environment, adhering to all Company policies and procedures
Maintain and protect the confidentiality of the Company’s information and products
Qualification
Required
Bachelor's Degree in Engineering or similar technical discipline is required
0-2 years of engineering experience for Level I
2-7 years of engineering experience for Level II
7+ years of experience for Level III
Exceptional organizational skills, self-motivation, a sense of urgency and sensitivity to deadlines, and detail oriented
Operational knowledge of all certification test equipment
Demonstrated knowledge of, and the ability to analyze, regulatory requirements and advisory materials
Technical writing ability
Ability to communicate and present both orally and written
Ability to work independently and as part of a broader team
Possess strong analytical and problem-solving abilities
Detailed knowledge of TSO processes and general FAA regulations (level II/III)
Detailed knowledge of dynamic, static, and flammability testing processes and procedures (level II/III)
Must be authorized to work in the United States
Ability to communicate effectively in English, both verbally and in writing
Preferred
Master's Degree in Engineering or similar technical discipline is desired
Benefits
Up to 7% bonus potential (for bonus eligible positions)
Generous 401(K) matching with immediate eligibility and vesting
3 weeks of Paid Time Off
12 paid holidays
Affordable health care plans for yourself and your family
On-site gym
Free electric car charging stations
Potential for growth within organization
Supportive workplace environment with a team-oriented culture
Company
Elevate Aircraft Seating
We are pleased to share that as of April 30, 2025 Adient Aerospace has become Elevate Aircraft Seating.
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