Structures Engineer - Defense(

Job Number:

333930)

Textron Aviation has been inspiring the journey of flight for nine decades through the iconic and beloved Cessna and Beechcraft brands. We are passionate advocates of aviation, empowering people with the freedom of flight. As you join our legacy as a global leader in private aviation, you’ll have opportunities to try new fields, expand your skills and knowledge, stretch your abilities, and build your career. We provide a competitive and extensive total rewards package that includes pay and innovative benefits to support you and your family members – now and in the future, beginning day one. Your success is our success.

Description

JOB SUMMARY:

The Structures Engineer, a.k.a. Stress Engineer or Fatigue and Damage Tolerance Engineer, will be engaged and involved with Defense and Special Missions projects at Textron Aviation. Duties may include development of new features on current production aircraft, field support of legacy aircraft, ongoing line support, and aftermarket product enhancements. The role is responsible for ensuring the aircraft is structurally sound throughout the operating envelope and ensuring that the airframe is both durable (free from cracks) and tolerant of the unexpected damage that might occur during its operational life.

JOB RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Perform advanced structural analysis using a range of mathematical, testing, and computational methods
• Assist with material selection, configuration and sizing for new airframe structures as well as providing production and field support for existing aircraft
• Work alongside other organizations from engineering, customer service, ISC, flight test, and airworthiness to support a broad range of projects by providing technical expertise.
• Provide for design evaluations for production and field support, ensuring that all aircraft meet fatigue, strength, and stability requirements
• Work with various groups within Defense and Special Missions Engineering to develop structural test procedures and pass/fail criteria
• Support FAA, USG, and foreign authorities in technical discussions on certification issues
• Involved in root cause analysis of complex failures to improve aircraft reliability, including support of accident investigations
• Keep detailed notes on design changes and production non-conformances
• Participate in the development and improvement of the team’s processes and tools.

Qualifications

EDUCATION/ EXPERIENCE:

• Bachelor’s degree required in:
  • Aerospace Engineering
  • Mechanical Engineering
  • Other related field
• 5+ years’ relative technical and engineering experience is required

QUALIFICATONS:

• Experience in basic structural analysis techniques, finite element stress analysis, static and dynamic loads development, and materials
• Knowledge of aircraft design and production methods
• Must be proficient in MS Office
• Professional and diplomatic demeanor
• Strong sense of accountability and integrity
• Time management skills to support multiple concurrent projects
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills
• Must be able to manage projects of various size and scope

Textron Aviation Inc. must comply with U.S. export control laws and regulations. If a position requires access to sensitive information controlled under these laws and regulations, a successful applicant must be eligible to meet any requirements to access controlled information.

Kansas Tax Credit

Join Textron Aviation’s Kansas team and you may be eligible for a $5,000 state of Kansas Aviation tax credit for up to five years. Visit https://www.aircapitaloftheworld.com/taxcredits for more information on the tax credit.

EEO Statement

Textron is committed to providing Equal Opportunity in Employment, to all applicants and employees regardless of race, color, religion, age, national origin, military status, veteran status, disability, sex (including pregnancy and sexual orientation), genetic information or any other characteristic protected by law.

Recruiting Company: Textron Aviation

Primary Location

: US-Kansas-Wichita

Schedule

: Full-time

Job Level

: Individual Contributor

Shift

: First Shift

Travel

: Yes, 10 % of the Time

Job Posting

: 06/18/2025, 5:28:55 PM