Structural Engineer

Job Description

Job Description

Design the Future of Flight: Structural Engineer Opportunity in Plano, TX

Are you ready to engineer the next generation of aerospace innovation? PDS Tech Commercial is partnering with a premier leader in the aviation and aerospace industry to identify a talented Structural Engineer who is passionate about solving complex engineering challenges and contributing to technologies that shape the future of flight, defense, and space exploration.

This is your opportunity to apply your expertise to sophisticated aircraft, advanced mission systems, and cutting-edge aerospace platforms while working alongside some of the industry's brightest minds.

Position Overview

Job Title: Structural Engineer
Location: Plano, TX
Pay Rate: $51.53 per hour
Job Type: Full-Time Consultant

As a Structural Engineer, you will play a critical role in the design, analysis, evaluation, and certification of advanced aerospace structures and systems. From highly integrated aircraft and mission payloads to orbital and space exploration technologies, your work will directly support the development of innovative solutions that advance the aerospace industry.

You'll leverage engineering principles, analytical methods, and advanced simulation tools to ensure structural integrity, performance, and safety throughout the product lifecycle.

What You'll Do

As part of a multidisciplinary engineering team, you will:

• Design, analyze, and evaluate complex metallic and composite aerospace structures
• Support the development of innovative aerospace and defense products from concept through production and certification
• Perform structural assessments using engineering fundamentals and analytical methods
• Conduct static and dynamic structural analyses to evaluate performance and reliability
• Utilize Computer-Aided Engineering (CAE) tools to support product development efforts
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams including design, manufacturing, testing, and systems engineering
• Analyze and validate structural performance throughout the product lifecycle
• Develop engineering solutions that meet technical, operational, and regulatory requirements
• Support airframe design and structural development initiatives
• Prepare technical documentation, engineering reports, and substantiation packages
• Contribute to continuous improvement of engineering processes and design methodologies

Required QualificationsEducation

• Bachelor's degree in:

  • Mechanical Engineering
  • Aerospace Engineering
  • Civil Engineering
  • Or a related engineering discipline

• Typically 2+ years of relevant engineering experience

Required Skills & Experience

• Strong understanding of engineering principles and practices
• Experience working with Computer-Aided Engineering (CAE) tools
• Experience collaborating within multidisciplinary design and development teams
• Exposure to Static Analysis and/or Dynamic Analysis methodologies
• Knowledge of aerospace design and structural engineering fundamentals
• Strong written and verbal communication skills in English

Preferred Qualifications

Candidates with the following experience are highly encouraged to apply:

• Engineering simulation experience using Finite Element Analysis (FEA) tools such as:

  • MSC Patran
  • Nastran
  • FEMAP
  • ANSYS

• Experience performing:

  • Airframe structural analysis
  • Aerospace structural analysis
  • Fatigue analysis
  • Damage tolerance analysis

• Familiarity with industry tools including:

  • NASGRO
  • AFGROW

• Ability to perform classical structural calculations using industry-standard hand calculation methods

• Knowledge of mechanical design principles, including:

  • Parametric design
  • Model-Based Definition (MBD)
  • Material and hardware selection
  • Manufacturing processes
  • Production processes

• Experience authoring substantiation reports

• Background in the Aerospace and Defense industry

• Understanding of Product Lifecycle Management (PLM) principles

Why Join Us?

At PDS Tech Commercial, we're committed to connecting exceptional engineering talent with organizations that are transforming the future of aerospace. When you join this opportunity, you'll enjoy:

Meaningful, High-Impact Work

Contribute to breakthrough aerospace technologies that support aviation, national defense, and space exploration missions.

Exposure to Advanced Engineering Programs

Work on innovative aircraft, mission systems, and structural designs utilizing industry-leading tools and methodologies.

Collaborative Culture

Join a team of experienced engineers and technical professionals who value knowledge sharing, innovation, and continuous improvement.

Career Growth Opportunities

Expand your expertise in structural analysis, design, certification, and advanced aerospace engineering while building experience with cutting-edge programs.

Competitive Compensation

Earn an attractive pay rate of $51.53 per hour while contributing to industry-defining projects.

Physical & Work Environment

• Frequently walk, sit, stand, and climb stairs or steps
• Frequently perform repetitive hand, arm, and finger movements requiring dexterity
• Rarely lift or carry up to 25 pounds
• Primarily office and engineering environment
• Rare exposure to outdoor weather conditions
• Rare exposure to hazardous materials or elevated noise levels

Take Your Engineering Career to New Heights

If you're a driven Structural Engineer ready to apply your expertise to advanced aerospace systems and collaborate on groundbreaking projects, we want to hear from you.

Apply today with PDS Tech Commercial and help shape the future of aviation, aerospace, and defense through engineering excellence.

Pay Details: $51.53 per hour

Benefit offerings available for our associates include medical, dental, vision, life insurance, short-term disability, additional voluntary benefits, EAP program, commuter benefits and a 401K plan. Our benefit offerings provide employees the flexibility to choose the type of coverage that meets their individual needs. In addition, our associates may be eligible for paid leave including Paid Sick Leave or any other paid leave required by Federal, State, or local law, as well as Holiday pay where applicable.

Equal Opportunity Employer/Veterans/Disabled

Military connected talent encouraged to apply

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