Structural Analysis Engineer Jobs
Structural Analysis Engineer jobs are open across aerospace, civil infrastructure, automotive, defense, and energy, at levels from entry-level to principal and chief engineer, with specializations in finite element analysis, fatigue and fracture mechanics, and structural dynamics. Scan the live roles below and apply to whichever ones fit.
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SUMMARY
Analyze and document the structural integrity of detail, assembly, and installation drawings along with design alterations and repairs for commercial helicopter systems.
DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
- Performs structural analysis of both metallic and composite structures used in aerospace applications.
- Analyze new and existing designs for all components of the helicopter including metallic/composite structure and mechanical subsystems.
- Analysis includes hand, computer aided calculations and FEA.
- Flight Strain Survey Instrumentation Definition, Pre-/Post-Flight Data Processing and Analysis.
- Develop analysis for customer’s aircraft based on unique customer configuration requirements and repairs.
- Define bench testing, design test fixtures and instrumentation requirements of components and assemblies.
- Perform analysis to substantiate alterations, repair and rework of rotorcraft structures.
- Perform mechanical vibration analysis and interpret results of dynamic systems.
- Other duties may be assigned
SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES
None
SKILLS AND ABILITIES
- Must have working knowledge of structural analysis concepts and applications.
- Must have working knowledge of static, dynamic and fatigue analysis of rotorcraft.
- Knowledge of statistical tools utilized for failure analysis, is a plus.
- Must have knowledge of composite structures analysis and metallic structures analysis.
- Familiarity with Helicopter airframe and flight loads required.
- Ability to write test plans and reports.
- Ability to work in a team environment to support engineering goals and objectives.
- Must have experience in MATLAB, MATHCAD, Siemens NX 11.0, and proficient use of NASTRAN/FEMAP to completed detailed stress analysis.
- Requires strong team-orientation and the ability to work several assignments concurrently.
- Proficient with Microsoft Office Suite to include Word, Excel, PowerPoint.
- The ability to understand and follow instructions and the ability to concentrate.
- Excellent written, verbal, communication and interpersonal skills.
- The ability to get along with others or to be part of a team.
- FAA Structures DER, DER experience or ability to achieve designation is a plus.
- Access to Export Control Information Required.
- Regular attendance at the work-site required.
EDUCATION and/or EXPERIENCE
- Bachelor's degree (B.S.) from an accredited four-year college or university, and 6-8 years related experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience.
- Advanced Engineering degree (M.S.E) preferred.
- Structures DER delegation is a plus
- Knowledge of FAA Regulations for Rotorcraft or airplanes is required
- Knowledge of MIL STDs is a plus
This job description in no way states or implies that these are the only duties to be performed by the employee(s) incumbent in this position. Employee(s) will be required to follow any other job –related instructions and to perform any other job-relat4ed duties requested by any person authorized to give instructions or assignments.
This document does not create an employment contracts, implied or otherwise, other than an “at will” relationship.
CERTIFICATES, LICENSES, REGISTRATIONS
WORK ENVIRONMENT/PHYSICAL DEMANDS
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.
- Work performed in an office or factory settings.
- Exposure to shop environment such as noise, dust, odors and fumes.
- Occasionally required to lift up to 20 lbs.
- Regularly required to sit, stand, bend, reach and move about facilities.
A review of this position has excluded the marginal functions of the position that are incidental to the performance of fundamental job duties. All duties and responsibilities are essential job functions and requirements and are subject to possible modification to reasonably accommodate individuals with disabilities. To perform this job successfully, the incumbent(s) will possess the skills, aptitudes, and abilities to perform each duty proficiently. The requirements listed in this document are the minimum levels of knowledge, skills, or abilities.
MD Helicopters, LLC is an equal opportunity employer that includes veterans and individuals with disabilities.
SUMMARY
Analyze and document the structural integrity of detail, assembly, and installation drawings along with design alterations and repairs for commercial helicopter systems.
DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
- Performs structural analysis of both metallic and composite structures used in aerospace applications.
- Analyze new and existing designs for all components of the helicopter including metallic/composite structure and mechanical subsystems.
- Analysis includes hand, computer aided calculations and FEA.
- Flight Strain Survey Instrumentation Definition, Pre-/Post-Flight Data Processing and Analysis.
- Develop analysis for customer’s aircraft based on unique customer configuration requirements and repairs.
- Define bench testing, design test fixtures and instrumentation requirements of components and assemblies.
- Perform analysis to substantiate alterations, repair and rework of rotorcraft structures.
- Perform mechanical vibration analysis and interpret results of dynamic systems.
- Other duties may be assigned
SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES
None
SKILLS AND ABILITIES
- Must have working knowledge of structural analysis concepts and applications.
- Must have working knowledge of static, dynamic and fatigue analysis of rotorcraft.
- Knowledge of statistical tools utilized for failure analysis, is a plus.
- Must have knowledge of composite structures analysis and metallic structures analysis.
- Familiarity with Helicopter airframe and flight loads required.
- Ability to write test plans and reports.
- Ability to work in a team environment to support engineering goals and objectives.
- Must have experience in MATLAB, MATHCAD, Siemens NX 11.0, and proficient use of NASTRAN/FEMAP to completed detailed stress analysis.
- Requires strong team-orientation and the ability to work several assignments concurrently.
- Proficient with Microsoft Office Suite to include Word, Excel, PowerPoint.
- The ability to understand and follow instructions and the ability to concentrate.
- Excellent written, verbal, communication and interpersonal skills.
- The ability to get along with others or to be part of a team.
- FAA Structures DER, DER experience or ability to achieve designation is a plus.
- Access to Export Control Information Required.
- Regular attendance at the work-site required.
EDUCATION and/or EXPERIENCE
- Bachelor's degree (B.S.) from an accredited four-year college or university, and 6-8 years related experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience.
- Advanced Engineering degree (M.S.E) preferred.
- Structures DER delegation is a plus
- Knowledge of FAA Regulations for Rotorcraft or airplanes is required
- Knowledge of MIL STDs is a plus
This job description in no way states or implies that these are the only duties to be performed by the employee(s) incumbent in this position. Employee(s) will be required to follow any other job –related instructions and to perform any other job-relat4ed duties requested by any person authorized to give instructions or assignments.
This document does not create an employment contracts, implied or otherwise, other than an “at will” relationship.
CERTIFICATES, LICENSES, REGISTRATIONS
WORK ENVIRONMENT/PHYSICAL DEMANDS
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.
- Work performed in an office or factory settings.
- Exposure to shop environment such as noise, dust, odors and fumes.
- Occasionally required to lift up to 20 lbs.
- Regularly required to sit, stand, bend, reach and move about facilities.
A review of this position has excluded the marginal functions of the position that are incidental to the performance of fundamental job duties. All duties and responsibilities are essential job functions and requirements and are subject to possible modification to reasonably accommodate individuals with disabilities. To perform this job successfully, the incumbent(s) will possess the skills, aptitudes, and abilities to perform each duty proficiently. The requirements listed in this document are the minimum levels of knowledge, skills, or abilities.
MD Helicopters, LLC is an equal opportunity employer that includes veterans and individuals with disabilities.
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Who's Hiring
- Northrop Grumman14
- Sargent & Lundy12
- Bechtel Plant Machinery5
- Simpson Gumpertz & Heger5
- Boeing4
Top Industries Hiring
- Consulting & Professional Services
- Energy
- Manufacturing
- Construction & Real Estate
What Employers Look For
The qualifications that appear most often in structural analysis engineer jobs.
- Bachelor's degree in mechanical, civil, or aerospace engineering or a closely related field
- Proficiency in FEA software such as ANSYS, ABAQUS, or NASTRAN
- Experience with static, dynamic, thermal, and fatigue structural analysis
- Familiarity with industry standards such as AISC, ASME, or MIL-HDBK-5
- Strong working knowledge of CAD platforms including CATIA, SolidWorks, or NX
- Ability to interpret engineering drawings and prepare detailed analysis reports
Tips for Your Structural Analysis Engineer Job Search
Lead your resume with FEA software
Hiring managers scan for specific tools before reading anything else. List your proficiency in ANSYS, ABAQUS, NASTRAN, or HyperMesh near the top of your resume, and name the element types and load cases you've run, not just the software title.
Quantify structural results, not just tasks
Saying you performed stress analysis tells employers nothing. Write that you validated a bracket to a 3g load case or reduced component weight by a measurable amount. Numbers tied to design outcomes make your resume stand out in a stack of similar candidates.
Filter openings by industry and analysis type
Structural analysis engineer roles in aerospace demand fatigue and damage tolerance experience, while civil roles weight seismic and wind load analysis. Narrow your search by industry first, then confirm the job description matches the analysis domain you've actually worked in.
Apply early to roles that fit
Migrate Mate lists structural analysis engineer openings from across the United States in one place, so you can find roles that match and apply directly to each listing.
Prepare a technical portfolio for interviews
Many structural analysis engineer interviews include a whiteboard or take-home analysis problem. Bring documented examples of past models, boundary condition choices, and how your results influenced a design decision. Interviewers want to see your engineering judgment, not just your software output.
Negotiate using total compensation, not base only
Defense and aerospace employers often include clearance sponsorship, relocation, and professional development budgets that vary widely. When you receive an offer, ask for the full compensation breakdown before responding so you're comparing equivalent totals across competing offers.
Structural Analysis Engineer Jobs: Frequently Asked Questions
Which companies are hiring the most structural analysis engineers?
The most active employers for structural analysis engineers right now are Northrop Grumman, Sargent & Lundy, and Bechtel Plant Machinery, and the most openings are in California, Florida, and Illinois, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of November 2026. Aerospace, defense, and civil infrastructure firms account for the largest share of active postings.
How many structural analysis engineer jobs are remote?
About 48% of structural analysis engineer openings are fully remote or hybrid as of November 2026, which is lower than many engineering disciplines because hands-on model validation and lab coordination are common. Roles focused on pure computational analysis, documentation, or independent simulation work are the most likely to offer remote or hybrid arrangements.
How do you become a structural analysis engineer?
Start with a bachelor's degree in mechanical, civil, or aerospace engineering, as most employers require a degree in a directly relevant discipline. Build hands-on FEA experience through coursework, capstone projects, or internships using industry-standard solvers. Learn the applicable design codes for your target industry, whether AISC for structural steel or FAR Part 25 for aerospace, and practice interpreting test data against analytical predictions.
How do you get hired as a structural analysis engineer with little experience?
Focus on documented personal or academic projects where you set up and ran a complete analysis cycle, from geometry cleanup and meshing through post-processing and a written conclusion. Employers hiring junior candidates care more about your ability to define boundary conditions correctly and sanity-check results than about years of experience. A clean, well-annotated analysis report from a student project carries real weight in an interview.
What does the structural analysis engineer interview process look like?
Expect a phone screen focused on your software background and analysis types, followed by a technical interview where you may be asked to walk through a past project or solve a simplified load case on a whiteboard. Some employers add a take-home exercise requiring you to mesh a simple part and document your assumptions. Final rounds typically include a hiring manager conversation and a brief with the broader engineering team.
Where can I find and apply to structural analysis engineer jobs?
You can find and apply to structural analysis engineer jobs on Migrate Mate, which lists current openings from across the United States. Search the roles available, find the ones that match your experience and target industry, and apply directly to each listing that fits.
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