Senior Structural Analysis Engineer - Fire Protection Systems; Hybrid

Job Summary

Fire Protection Systems (a division of Collins Aerospace, part of RTX) is seeking a highly skilled engineer with expertise in finite element analysis, structural analysis, vibration, and shock analysis to support the design, development, and validation of mechanical components and systems.

• Coordinate, guide, and perform structural analysis tasks including FEA and classical/hand calculations.
• Perform linear and nonlinear FEA to evaluate stress, strain, deformation, and failure modes of components and assemblies.
• Conduct static, dynamic, thermal, fatigue, and vibration analyses as required for project needs.
• Collaborate with design, test, and manufacturing teams to optimize product performance and reduce physical test cycles.
• Provide clear engineering recommendations based on analysis results and present findings to cross‑functional stakeholders.
• Validate simulation outcomes through correlation with test data and refine analytical models as necessary.
• Create and maintain documentation, including analysis plans and technical reports.
• Support the development, improvement, and documentation of analysis methodologies, standards, and best practices.
• Mentor less experienced structural analysis engineers in structural mechanics, finite element analysis best practices, and advanced analysis methodologies.

• Minimum 5 years of relevant experience in finite element analysis or 3 years of experience with an advanced degree in a related STEM field.
• Strong proficiency with commercial FEA software (preferred ANSYS Workbench; acceptable Abaqus, NX Nastran, or similar).
• Solid understanding of structural mechanics, load path, materials behavior, and engineering fundamentals.
• Experience analyzing complex geometries and assemblies.
• Strong communication and technical writing skills.
• Master’s degree or higher in mechanical, aerospace, physics, or relevant engineering discipline (preferred).
• Experience with scripting and automation tools such as Python, MATLAB, VBA, or APDL (preferred).
• Experience leading or guiding mechanical analysis teams (preferred).
• Familiarity with CAD software (Creo, Siemens NX, Solid Works, etc.) (preferred).
• Experience with nonlinear analysis, fatigue analysis, harmonic and random vibration analysis, damage tolerance, and fracture mechanics (preferred).
• Ability to interpret engineering drawings, specifications, and test data.

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance.
• Three weeks of vacation for newly hired employees.
• Generous 401(k) plan that includes employer matching funds and separate employer retirement contribution, including a Lifetime Income Strategy option.
• Tuition reimbursement program.
• Student Loan Repayment Program.
• Life insurance and disability coverage.
• Optional coverages such as pet insurance, home and auto insurance, additional life and accident insurance, critical illness insurance, and group legal and  protection.
• Birth, adoption, parental leave benefits.
• Ovia Health, fertility, and family planning.
• Adoption Assistance and Autism Benefit.
• Employee Assistance Plan, including up to 10 free counseling sessions.
• Healthy You Incentives and wellness rewards program.
• Doctor on Demand virtual visits and Teladoc Medical Experts second opinion program.
• Bright Horizons and Teladoc child and elder care services.

86,800 USD – 165,200 USD.

RTX is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability or veteran status, or any other applicable state or federal protected class. RTX provides affirmative action in employment for qualified Individuals with a Disability and Protected Veterans in compliance with Section 503 of the Rehabilitation Act and the Vietnam Era Veterans’ Readjustment Assistance Act.

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