Structural Analysis Student Assistant

Department

Engineering Design and Mod Team

Wichita, KS - Other Wichita Location

Part Time

$16 - 22 per hour

Based on class schedule

This position requires access to EAR or ITAR controlled technologies. Applicants are required to be eligible for employment under U.S. export control laws and must meet the requirement of being a “U.S. Citizen”.

The NIAR Engineering Design and Mod team is looking for a student assistant to support various diverse program efforts as a structural analysis student assistant.

A student assistant will carry out administrative and technical tasks requested by a supervisor. Depending on the area in which the student assistant is employed in, they may assist and mentor other students or provide support throughout the campus in various forms.

Analysis of airframe structural components using hand analysis and Finite Element Analysis software. Analysis can include static, dynamic, fatigue, and damage tolerance assessment. The structural analysis intern will utilize CAD Modeling software, 2D drawings, and Finite Element Analysis software to perform their tasks.

High school diploma or equivalent

• Working towards a degree in Mechanical or Aerospace Engineering. Sophomore or higher preferred.
• Experience and interest in Finite Element Analysis Software. FEMAP, Patran, and NASTRAN preferred.
• Experience with CAD. (CATIA V5, 3DX, Solidworks).
• Experience with Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint).
• Excellent writing and communication skills.
• Excellent time management and critical thinking skills.

• Ability to remain in a stationary position.
• Ability to operate a computer and other office equipment, including but not limited to phones, printers, copiers, and calculators.
• Ability to communicate with others and accurately exchange information.