Principal Engineer, Loads & Dynamics

BS / MS in Aerospace Engineering or a related field

10+ years of experience developing processes for loads analysis and downselection for air vehicles

Working knowledge of structural analysis and test, including a fundamental understanding of strength, stability and fatigue failure mechanisms

Proficiency in Python and/or Matlab scripting

Familiarity with software development best practices and version control

Knowledge of aircraft, rotorcraft, and propeller certification standards (14 CFR Parts 23, 27, and 35)

Own the development, documentation, and improvement of the airframe loads development process

Collaborate with teams that interface with loads (aerodynamics, airframe, engine, mass properties, mechanical systems, propeller, etc.)

Responsible for providing static and fatigue loads that are directly consumable by all downstream users (airframe, engine, mechanical systems, propeller, etc.)

Responsible for providing clear documentation of loads assumptions and methods to generate traceable and repeatable analyses.

Support wind tunnel and flight test planning and execution in the areas of external airframe loads, propeller loads, aeroelasticity, and aeromechanics, including test plan development, instrumentation and data acquisition definition, test monitoring and execution, data analysis and interpretation, and test report writing.

Participate in loads means and methods of compliance discussions with the FAA