CONSULTANT - NIAR Stress Engineer

Job Description:

Since its inception in 1985, National Institute for Aviation Research (NIAR) at Wichita State University has made a name for itself as the most capable university-based aviation research center in the United States, providing research, design, testing, certification and training to the aviation manufacturing industry, government agencies, educational entities and other clients that can benefit from our services.

NIAR is looking for a talented Stress Engineer to join our growing, innovative team. This position will be an independent contractor consulting as a Stress Engineer with NIAR to support various diverse customer programs. Tasks may include preliminary load path development; preliminary sizing; completion of analysis to support drawing approvals; and documentation of analysis and testing to support substantiation and certification efforts. Detail designs will utilize both metallic and composite materials. Some travel may be required.

Essential Functions:

• The Stress Engineer performs structural analysis and substantiates components on various projects across the entire life cycle of design and development.
• Components include primary structure, secondary structure, flight test and development structure, flight controls, mechanical systems, interiors, and modifications.

Qualifications/Minimum Requirements

• Bachelors degree in Engineering.
• Three (3) years of related experience.
• 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”.
• Experience with handbook analysis methods and Finite Element Modeling.
• Experience with metallic and composite analysis methods.
• Familiarity with civil and/or military structural design standards.
• Experience in the following: Developing and modifying 3D models and drawings; Airframe Design/systems design/special missions; statistical tolerance analysis; CATIA V5.
• Strong team player with strong communication and problem-solving skills.
• Demonstrated ability to achieve desired results within a defined schedule.
• Excellent writing and communication skills.
• Experience with Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint).

All services will be provided as an independent contractor, pursuant to a Professional Services Agreement, which must be executed prior to being assigned any work.

Job Type: Contract

Work Location: In person