Senior Structural Engineer, Interior Monuments

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Senior Structural Engineer analyzing aircraft interiors for Collins Aerospace, an aerospace and defense company. Leading structural reviews, certification support, complex investigations, and stress-team activities in Puerto Rico.

Posted 8/17/2026full-timeAguadilla • 🇺🇸 United StatesSeniorWebsite

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in structural analysis and compliance within the aerospace industry, with a strong focus on finite element analysis, design integrity, and regulatory standards. Proficient in mentoring, technical communication, and leading investigations into complex engineering challenges.

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Finite Element AnalysisANSYS Mechanical3D CAD SoftwareAerospace Industry ExperienceU.S. Government Security Clearance

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Hard Skills

Finite Element AnalysisModal AnalysisInternal Stress LoadingFatigue AnalysisAutomation Tools DevelopmentExcel APIPythonVisual BasicComposite Materials AnalysisEngineering Drawing Review

Soft Skills

Technical CommunicationMentoringConstructive FeedbackCollaborationProblem Solving

Tools & Technologies

Microsoft OfficeSolidWorksCreoCATIANX

Industry Keywords

FAA Regulatory Compliance14 CFR Part 25MIL-STD-810RTCA DO-160Airworthiness Certification

Tech Stack

Tools & technologies

Python

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Communicate technical topics and issues clearly to technical peers and non-technical team members
Review engineering drawings and models for structural integrity and FAA regulatory compliance
Conduct and provide constructive feedback during peer reviews
Mentor team members and document knowledge to provide technical guidance
Work proactively with an integrated product team to identify risks and opportunities
Coordinate with design teams to ensure robust design choices and compliance with environmental requirements, including shock, vibration, and crash loading
Document analysis results for internal and external customers and support customer airworthiness certification on military airborne platforms
Participate in and lead investigations into complex, open-ended tasks
Identify root causes of issues
Serve as functional lead for the stress team on specific projects

Requirements

What you’ll need

Degree in Science, Technology, Engineering or Mathematics (STEM) and minimum 5 years of prior relevant experience, or an advanced degree in a related field and minimum 3 years of experience
Demonstrated professional experience communicating in English across all levels of an organization, verbally and in writing
U.S. citizenship required
Ability to obtain and maintain a U.S. government-issued security clearance
Experience with finite element analysis software for structural considerations, such as ANSYS Mechanical or similar
Experience calculating and documenting modal analysis, internal stress loading, fatigue, and safety margins
Experience researching and investigating structural design solutions
Strong Microsoft Office skills, including Excel, Outlook, Word, and PowerPoint
Knowledge of analysis of composite materials such as fiberglass, phenolic, and carbon fiber
Experience in the aerospace industry, specifically aircraft interiors
Experience running fatigue analysis
Experience with 3D CAD software such as SolidWorks, Creo, CATIA, NX, or similar
Knowledge of standards such as 14 CFR Part 25, MIL-STD-810, and RTCA DO-160
Experience developing automation tools using Excel API, Python, and Visual Basic

Benefits

Comp & perks

Medical, dental, and vision insurance
Three weeks of vacation for newly hired employees
Generous 401(k) plan that includes employer matching funds
Participation in the Employee Scholar Program (ESP)
Life insurance and disability coverage
Employee Assistance Plan, including up to 8 free counseling sessions