Structural Test Engineer

Responsibilities include the design, implementation, and operation of structural tests for new and derivative designs of Part 23 aircraft. The ideal candidate is a hands-on person with broad testing and manufacturing experience, and with a particular focus on aerospace structural (fatigue and static) tests. The role will be based primarily at our Vero Beach facility for all design and testing.

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS:

Primary Job Functions:

under limited supervision; work should only be required to be reviewed for accuracy and consistency with meeting overall objectives.

with the respective engineers to understand the test article function, and design a test configuration that replicates the critical loading environments, including instrumentation requirements.

the structural adequacy of the test fixtures.

and install all necessary instrumentation.

with vendors and in-house machining and fabrication shops to fabricate the fixture design.

the installation of the test article and perform the tests.

the data needed to document compliance with the applicable regulations covering the structural strength, crash protection, interiors item retention, basic loads, weight and balance, stress analysis, static test, dynamic test, fatigue analysis/assessment, and evaluation of the design to substantiate aircraft structure.

and develop approaches to solutions within schedule and cost objectives.

as liaison with representatives outside of the assigned group/area.

other related duties as required.

QUALIFICATIONS:

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required.

Requires a bachelor's degree in mechanical or aerospace engineering; a minimum of five years in structural test or equivalent education and experience is desired. Pay grade will be commensurate with experience.

Preferred Qualifications:

design experience using Unigraphics/NX/Teamcenter environment.

with welded structures.

in general aviation certification programs.

to design and implement hydraulic control systems with MTS hardware and software.

hands-on mechanical background.