Piper Aircraft · 1 day ago
Sr Structural Analysis Engineer II - Liaison
Vero Beach, FL
Full-time
Onsite
Senior Level, Lead/Staff
10+ years expPiper Aircraft is a company specializing in aircraft manufacturing, and they are seeking a Sr Structural Analysis Engineer II - Liaison. This role involves performing stress analysis for aircraft structures and supporting certification activities, including reviewing engineering drawings and preparing compliance reports.
Manufacturing
Hiring Manager
Daniel Clark
Responsibilities
Coordinate with multiple departments for example Liaison, Production, Quality, etc. to gather production deviation details
When asked, help Liaison Engineer to define deviation being Major or Minor with efforts being using all possibilities to define it as Minor
Evaluate deviations and provide ECD for substantiation documents to aid in production planning and scheduling
Static strength assessment and fatigue life assessment using both manual (textbook theory) analysis and finite and/or boundary element analysis modeling for both new designs and design changes
Perform complex finite element analysis and modeling (aircraft / major assembly level and detailed component level)
Create analyses and/or tests and prepare test plans and final substantiation reports using modern tools
Review drawings, specifications, service bulletins, reports, etc. for compliance with applicable regulations
Prepare FAA required aircraft type certification reports showing compliance with the proper FAA or Foreign regulations on all structural components by either analysis or test
Document compliance with the applicable regulations covering the structural strength, crash protection, interiors item retention, basic loads, weight balance, stress analysis, static test, dynamic test, fatigue analysis/assessment, and evaluation of the design to substantiate aircraft structure
Contribute to developing plans for engineering substantiation projects
Determine and develop approaches to solutions within schedule and cost objectives
Acts as liaison with representatives outside of the assigned group/area
Perform other related duties as required
Qualification
Required
Requires a Bachelor's degree in Mechanical or Aerospace Engineering as well as a minimum of 10 years in Aerospace Structural Analyses, test and design or equivalent education. Majority of these 10 years' experience should be in MRB structural analysis
Detailed knowledge of aircraft with respect to structure, materials and processes specifications, and certification requirements is essential. Knowledge of Federal Aviation Regulation (FAR) 21 and 23, related Joint Aviation Requirement (JAR), and Civil Aviation Authority (CAR) 3 required
Detailed understanding of Finite Element Analysis is required
Ability to foster collaborative relationships, to work well under pressure, to organize and synthesize new information, and prioritize tasks
Possesses critical thinking, analytical skills and flexibility
Ability to multi-task
Required detailed attention to work in an environment where interruptions need to be controlled
Demonstrates sensitivity to customer needs and expectations
Effective communicator with strong interpersonal skills who understands how to develop and maintain external supplier and internal customer relations in both written and oral form
Maintain a high level of professionalism at all times during direct contact with employees, suppliers, and customers
Makes good and timely decisions that keep the organization moving on-time with deliverables
Knows and contributes the most effective and efficient processes to get things done, with a focus on continuous improvement
Takes responsibility for a thorough, accurate, and detailed method of completing work tasks
Overcomes adversity, consistently achieving quality results - even under demanding deadlines and unexpected operating circumstances
Interacts, partners, and collaborates effectively with others, positively contributing to overall department and organizational deliverables and results
Preferred
Experience with Siemen's Femap is strongly preferred
Familiarity with FORTRAN, Visual Basic, C++ computer programming, and experience in MRB preferred
Company
Piper Aircraft
Piper Aircraft, Inc., is a manufacturer of general aviation aircraft, located at the Vero Beach Municipal Airport in Vero Beach
1001-5000 employees
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Current Stage
Late StageLeadership Team
Danny Markford
Vice President and Chief Financial Officer
Mesha Hearst SHRM-CP
Human Resources Business Partner
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2025-08-14
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