Loads and Dynamics Engineer

Loads and Dynamics Engineer

Gulfstream Loads & Dynamics is looking for an early career/entry level individual to join our team. The right person for this position is self-motivated and team-oriented, willing to work independently while utilizing the guidance and support of more experienced team members. You will gain experience across different aspects of loads and dynamics while operating at the leading edge of the aviation industry.

In addition to analysis, you'll be able to get hand-on experience with ground and flight testing as we work through our certification programs. You'll also have opportunities to develop skills like cross-functional communication and technical leadership as you progress along your career at Gulfstream.

• Perform static and dynamic ground/landing gear loads analyses, including formula and landing conditions

• Perform maneuver load surveys to satisfy 14 CFR Part 25 requirements

• Develop pressure load distributions for aircraft components

• Generate and analyze aircraft structural dynamic responses and corresponding load distributions for tuned gust and continuous turbulence conditions

• Document completed analysis and findings in engineering reports for aircraft certification

• Support relevant customer interfaces including Structures, Mechanical Systems, Mass Properties, Flight Dynamics, Flight Test & Certification groups.

• Collaborate with internal & external suppliers and customers on technical matters

What You'll Bring to the Team

• General knowledge of aircraft loads and dynamics principles and concepts

• General knowledge of 14 CFR Part 25 requirements and certification

• Exposure to aircraft structural dynamics modeling and analysis or aircraft static loads development

• Knowledge of and experience with MATLAB and/or Python for analytical and post test data processing

• Knowledge of and experience with Linux

• Strong verbal and written communication skills

Nice to Have

• Advanced degree in Aerospace or related Engineering, preferably with a concentration in structural dynamics or aeroelasticity

• Experience with MSC Nastran

• Experience with fly-by-wire aircraft

• Experience with preparation for and execution of aircraft-level certification ground and flight tests and correlation

• Experience with software development and version control software

• Experience with aircraft ground loads modeling and analysis

• Knowledge of and experience with engine fan blade out analysis

• Prior experience with aircraft flutter analysis

Candidates with additional applicable experience may be eligible for a higher-level position (Technical Specialist I, Technical Specialist II or Technical Specialist III)

Education and Experience Requirements

Bachelor's Degree Engineering or a related curriculum required or equivalent combination of education and experience sufficient to perform the essential functions of the job. 18 months related Engineering experience. Experience credit will be considered for related advance degrees limited to 2 years for Master's and 4 years for PhD in field applicable to the job position.