Structural Test Engineer

Structural Test Engineer I (Full Time)
Department: All Openings, Engineering

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.

• Works under limited supervision; work should only be required to be reviewed for accuracy and consistency with meeting overall objectives.
• Work with the respective engineers to understand the test article function, and design a test configuration that replicates the critical loading environments, including instrumentation requirements.
• Design/analyze the structural adequacy of the test fixtures.
• Source and install all necessary instrumentation.
• Work with vendors and in-house machining and fabrication shops to fabricate the fixture design.
• Guide the installation of the test article and perform the tests.
• Provide 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.
• Determine and develop approaches to solutions within schedule and cost objectives.
• Acts as liaison with representatives outside of the assigned group/area.
• Perform other related duties as required.

This job has no supervisory responsibilities. May lead continuous improvement projects and be required to train and assist other employees, along with providing cross functional project management support.

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

Requires a Bachelor's degree in mechanical or aerospace engineering; some experience in structural test is desired.

• Experience with welded structures.
• Experience in general aviation certification programs.
• Capability to design and implement hydraulic control systems with MTS hardware and software.
• Strong hands-on mechanical background.

• The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
• While performing the duties of this job, the employee is occasionally required to stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl; and frequently required to stand; walk, use hands to finger, handle, or feel; reach with hands and arms; and talk or hear. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and ability to adjust focus. Requires moderate physical effort consisting of occasionally lifting and/or moving light to moderately heavy weight material up to 35 lbs.

Ability to foster collaborative relationships, to work well under pressure, to organize and synthesize new information, and prioritize tasks. Possesses critical thinking, analytical skills and flexibility. Ability to multi-task. Required detailed attention to work in an environment where interruptions need to be controlled. Demonstrates sensitivity to customer needs and expectations.

• The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those the…