Technical Expert - Stress/Methods

General Summary:

Experienced senior/lead aerospace stress engineer with significant experience in the analysis, certification and testing of metallic and composite primary structure. 

Duties and Responsibilities:

·         Serve as subject matter technical expert stress engineer responsible for development and verification of structural analysis methods within the Honda Aircraft engineering team.

·         Primary responsibilities will include:

·         Evaluate structural integrity of airframe components including analysis for static strength, stability, stiffness, fatigue and damage tolerance and other specified design requirements and objectives.

·         Apply classical hand analysis methods with finite element based internal loads to ensure validation by test.

·         Generate and review stress analysis reports.

·         Develop analytical methods and programs based on industry literature and internal research/testing.

·         Provide support to team members for creation of analysis tool automation.

·         Author test plans and reports for component testing including test article, test setup and instrumentation definition.

·         Provide mentorship and guidance to younger engineering staff members. Guide decisions on analysis methods and tools.

·         Collaborate with other engineering disciplines including structural and system design, external loads, materials and processes, structural testing, and certification to ensure the aircraft design is compliant with regulatory requirements.

·         Must be able to work in a dynamic and challenging environment where you will be expected to take ownership of assigned projects and see them through to completion.

·         Provide recommendations and status updates to management. 

Education, Work Experience, Certification and/or Licensure:

·         BS required, MS preferred Aerospace or Mechanical Engineering

·         FAA DER is a major plus but not required. (14 CFR 23/25) 

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:

·         Experience with 3D solid modeling (CATIA v5, Unigraphics)

·         Experience with programming languages (Python, VB, Matlab)

·         Expert in Finite Element Analysis (NASTRAN, ABAQUS)

·         Proficient computer skills with MS Word, MS Excel, MS PowerPoint, MS Project

·         In-depth understanding of loading scenarios, free body diagrams, behavior of aircraft components and mechanics of composite materials.

Physical Requirements: 

·         Incumbents may be routinely exposed to equipment operational noise heat-cold-dust, and/or aircraft equipment, parts, or fuel odors.

·         Incumbents may be required to stand, sit, squat, walk, bend, climb ladders, move, reach, or stretch for prolonged time periods with no restrictions, as required by job duties.

·         Work in a safe and professional manner while adhering to all regulatory requirements (FAA, OSHA, DOT, EPA, State, and Federal regulations, etc.).

·         Read, hear, speak, and see with no restrictions, as required by job duties.

·         Comprehend and adhere to management directions and/or safety instructions with no restrictions.

·         Effectively communicate in Business English language.

·         Pull, push, carry, lift, or move items up to 10 lbs. throughout the work shift without assistance, as required by job duties.

·         Pull, push, carry, lift or move materials/people/items/equipment weighing up to 50lbs or more during the work shift, with the use of Company provided “reach assistance technology” or “movement assist technology” (fork-lifts, pallet jacks, pulleys, dolly’s, robotics reach equipment, people movers etc.), as required by job duties. 

The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and scope of work being performed by people assigned to this classification. They are not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all duties, skills, and responsibilities required of personnel so classified. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change at any time with or without notice. This document does not constitute a contract between the incumbent and Honda Aircraft Company. (FLSA: Exempt) 01/07/13