Sr. Structural Engineer

• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to lead the structural layout, structural sizing into conceptual design and through detail design.
• Partner with manufacturing team to generate fabrication and assembly work instructions.
• Analyzing structural loads on both composite laminates, metallic structures, and plastic components using empirical methods, hand calculations, finite element analysis (FEA).
• Conduct static and dynamic structural analyses using finite element analysis (FEA) tools.
• Prepare detailed technical reports, documentation, and presentations for internal and external stakeholders.
• Supporting flight test planning, test execution, and aircraft modifications
• Identify and implement innovative solutions to complex structural engineering challenges.
• Develop, review, and approve structural designs, ensuring compliance with industry standards and regulatory requirements.
• Develop structural design guides and toolsets that can be used by other engineers.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

• Foundational knowledge of aircraft load paths and structural sizing
• Expert understanding of the theory and practical application of composite structures and their application to aircraft
• Proficiency in finite element analysis (FEA) toolsets such as FEMAP or NASTRAN.
• Proficiency with CAD software (e.g., Solidworks, NX, or CATIA).
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Excellent communication and teamwork abilities.
• Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills
• Ability to work with multiple engineering disciplines on an aggressive schedule.
• Ability to be flexible in various work scenarios to adjust priorities needed to meet evolving requirements and challenges.
• Demonstrative ability to be proactive and take initiate during day-to-day tasks
• Ability work independently, confidently making decisions to guide other towards project goals

• Bachelor's degree in Aerospace Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Civil Engineering or related field.
• Master's Degree us a plus.

• 8+ years of structural engineering experience
• Proven experience in structural analysis and design, preferably in aerospace industry.
• Hands-on design and build experience.
• Rapid prototyping experience.
• Defense industry experience is a plus

• Ability to obtain/maintain a Top Secret/SCI DoD clearance, U.S. Citizenship required.

About AEVEX

AEVEX, headquartered in Solana Beach, California, supports the U.S. national security mission and partner nation needs around the world by providing full-spectrum aviation, remote sensing, and analysis solutions. The company's capabilities include custom design and engineering; rapid prototyping; sensor integration and sustainment; aircraft modification and certification; flight test instrumentation and support; mission operations service; advanced intelligence data processing, exploitation, and dissemination solutions; and tailored hardware and software mission-system tools. AEVEX uses agile and customized approaches to rapidly define, develop, and deliver specialized solutions for airborne special mission needs for the U.S. Government, partner nations, and commercial businesses. AEVEX has major offices in California, Florida, North Carolina, Ohio, and Virginia.

AEVEX provides a full suite of comprehensive benefits, including a 401(k)-retirement plan, comprehensive Medical, Dental, Vision, Disability and Life insurance group coverage with a portion of the premiums paid by the company, professional development funds, and an Employee Assistance Plan (EAP) with counseling, legal help, child and elder care support, among other benefits for qualified employees.

Equal Employment Opportunity:

AEVEX is an Equal Opportunity employer. We are committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants without regard to race, religious creed, color, sex (including pregnancy, breast feeding and related medical conditions), gender, gender identity, gender expression, sexual orientation, national origin, ancestry, citizenship status, military and veteran status, marital status, age, protected medical condition, genetic information, physical disability, mental disability, or any other protected status in accordance with all applicable federal, state and local laws.