MD Helicopters · 21 hours ago
Structural Analysis/Materials Engineer
Mesa, AZ
Full-time
Onsite
Senior Level
6+ years expMD Helicopters is a company focused on aerospace engineering and rotorcraft innovation. They are seeking a Structural Analysis & Materials Engineer III to perform advanced structural and materials analysis to ensure the integrity, reliability, and compliance of helicopter components and systems.
3D PrintingManufacturing
Hiring Manager
Karen Bisch
Responsibilities
Analyze and document structural integrity for helicopter systems and components
Perform structural analysis of metallic and composite structures using hand calculations, FEA, and computer-aided methods
Conduct static, dynamic, fatigue, and vibration analyses on rotorcraft components
Support flight strain surveys, instrumentation, and data analysis
Research and develop material specifications and fabrication processes for optimal performance
Apply principles of chemistry, physics, and material behavior to define specifications for metallic, non-metallic, and composite materials
Prepare test plans, reports, and certification documentation aligned with FAA and company standards
Collaborate across design, manufacturing, quality, and certification teams
Qualification
Required
Bachelor's in Aerospace, Mechanical, or Materials Engineering
6–8 years in structural/materials analysis for aerospace applications
Strong knowledge of rotorcraft flight loads, composite and metallic structures, and failure analysis
Proficiency with tools like MATHCAD, UG NX, NASTRAN/FEMAP
Familiarity with FAA certification requirements
Preferred
Master's degree in Aerospace, Mechanical, or Materials Engineering
FAA Structures DER certification
Company
MD Helicopters
MD Helicopters, LLC (MDH), is a leading manufacturer of commercial, military, law enforcement and air-rescue helicopters.
201-500 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Growth StageLeadership Team
Brad Pedersen
President and CEO
Chris Vandersteen
Chief Financial Officer
Recent News
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2025-12-15
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