Defense - Structural Design Engineer jobs in United States
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Spirit AeroSystems · 2 hours ago

Defense - Structural Design Engineer

Spirit AeroSystems, Inc. is a subsidiary of The Boeing Company, specializing in the defense and space marketplace. The role involves applying structural analysis knowledge to ensure compliance with customer requirements and collaborating on structural design and manufacturing processes.

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Responsibilities

Assist in the development of solutions to technical problems at the program or business unit level
Apply knowledge of engineering methods and tools to the solution of problems of wide range, difficulty and complexity
Support the integration of cross functional issues (cost, weight, schedule, safety, technical issues) into the product
Research and develop material and processes from abstract concepts to functional products
Develop concepts from preliminary ideas through product life cycle
Lead or assist with preparing and presenting technical reviews
Lead or assist in the development of technical training programs
Periodically work special assignments
Collaborate with technical experts regarding approach to complex analysis tasks

Qualification

Structural analysisFinite element modelingAerospace EngineeringMechanical EngineeringCivil EngineeringInterpersonal skillsMicrosoft ExcelMicrosoft PowerPointMicrosoft WordCommunication skillsProblem-solving skills

Required

Bachelors of Science Degree in Aerospace Engineering, Civil Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, or Structural Engineering or other related course of study obtained from an ABET accredited Engineering program
Experience in a stress or structural analysis engineering classification / position
Strong interpersonal skills with ability to build relationships
Excellent communication, organization and problem-solving skills
Proficient in Microsoft Excel, PowerPoint and Word
Must be able to work on-site in Wichita, KS
Must be able to obtain clearance

Preferred

Prior experience in manufacturing or aerospace

Benefits

$5,000 state of Kansas Aviation tax credit for up to five years.

Company

Spirit AeroSystems

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Spirit AeroSystems is a manufacturer of aerostructures for commercial airplanes, defense platforms, and business or regional jets.

Funding

Current Stage
Public Company
Total Funding
$2.3B
Key Investors
Kansas Department of Commerce
2024-07-01Acquired
2023-11-08Post Ipo Debt· $1.2B
2023-11-07Post Ipo Equity· $200M

Leadership Team

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Patrick M. Shanahan
President & Chief Executive Officer
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Irene Esteves
Chief Financial Officer
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