Aircraft Structural Dynamics Engineer

Engineering

Aircraft Structural Dynamics Engineer Wichita, KS Posted: 5/7/2026

Job Description

Job ID#:

217700

Job Category:

Engineering

Position Type:

Associate - W2

Shift:

1

PDS Defense, Inc. is seeking a Aircraft Structural Dynamics Engineer, in Wichita, KS. Job ID#217700

Job Description:

Perform aeroelastic and aeroservoelastic simulations in support of new aircraft design studies and continued airworthiness of in-service aircraft

Use engineering judgment on selecting the appropriate methods, techniques, and tools in resolving complex issues

Prepare and maintain finite element models to perform aeroelastic and aeroservoelastic analysis

Maintain, develop and document methods and in-house software

Support and interact with other engineering disciplines, such as Advanced Design, Aerodynamics, Structures, Mass Properties, Flight Controls and Control Laws

Support ground vibration testing (GVT) and flight flutter testing (FFT) and post-process results

Document analyses and findings in engineering certification reports and presentations (English)

How to thrive in this role?

You have a Bachelor's or Master's (preferred) degree in Aerospace or Mechanical Engineering with Aerospace specialization. A high education would be an asset

You have relevant experience in the aerospace industry

You have some experience in aeroelasticity and aeroservoelasticity analyses

You have a good understanding of aircraft structures, aerodynamics, control surface actuations and control laws

You have experience with finite element models and analysis. Experience with Nastran is an asset

You have experience with dynamic system stability and frequency response calculations

You have experience programming in Matlab, Python, Fortran, or C/C+You are eligible to acquire Canadian Controlled Goods (CGD) clearance

You have some knowledge of Airworthiness regulations

You have good organizational skills in planning work activities and completing tasks within budget and on schedule, and can work under pressure

You have good analytical thinking, problem solving, communication skills both written and spoken, in French and English

Benefits offered to vary by the contract. Depending on your temporary assignment, benefits may include direct deposit, free career counseling services, 401(k), select paid holidays, short-term disability insurance, skills training, employee referral bonus, affordable medical coverage plan, and DailyPay (in some locations). For a full description of benefits available to you, be sure to talk with your recruiter.

Job Requirements

Minimum Security Clearance:

No Clearance

Military connected talent encouraged to apply.

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