Structural Engineer

Job Description – Structural Analysis

Experience: 3–5 Years

Role Summary

We are looking for a skilled Structural Analysis / Aeroelasticity Engineer with experience in aircraft structural design, FEA, aeroelasticity, fatigue, and composite structures. The candidate will be responsible for structural analysis, simulation, validation, flight-test data analysis, and providing design recommendations for aircraft components and assemblies.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop Finite Element (FE) models for linear and nonlinear structural analysis at component and assembly levels.
• Perform static and dynamic structural analysis, including modal, transient, and random vibration analysis.
• Conduct aeroelasticity and fatigue simulations to assess structural stability and durability under dynamic loads.
• Support the design and analysis of metallic and composite aircraft structures.
• Select appropriate structural materials based on strength, weight, safety, and performance requirements.
• Support composite part design, manufacturing considerations, and sizing.
• Design experimental test procedures and instrumentation for validating analytical models.
• Plan flight-test instrumentation and perform flight-test data analysis for loads and flutter.
• Analyze test and simulation results and provide actionable design recommendations and risk mitigation.
• Prepare and review technical reports covering structural analysis, testing, and project results.
• Ensure analysis and testing activities support applicable airworthiness and certification requirements.
• Collaborate effectively with design, testing, manufacturing, and other engineering teams.

Must-Have Skills

• 3–5 years of experience in aircraft structural design and analysis.
• Strong experience with FEA / Finite Element Analysis.
• Hands-on experience in static, modal, transient, and random vibration analysis.
• Knowledge of aeroelasticity, fatigue analysis, and structural dynamics.
• Strong knowledge of metallic and composite aircraft structures.
• Experience in composite material selection and sizing criteria.
• Knowledge of CAD tools such as CATIA or SolidWorks.
• Understanding of airworthiness and certification requirements related to analysis and testing.
• Good analytical, organizational, and time-management skills.
• Ability to work independently as well as collaboratively in a team environment.

Good-to-Have Skills

• Experience in UAV / Unmanned Aerial Vehicle structural design and analysis.
• Experience with flight-test instrumentation and flutter/load analysis.
• Exposure to experimental structural testing and model correlation.

Key Competencies

• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
• Attention to detail
• Technical ownership and accountability
• Effective communication and documentation
• Ability to manage multiple engineering activities and timelines
• Collaborative and proactive approach