About this opportunity
MD Helicopters lists this Structural Analysis/Materials Engineer opportunity in mesa, Arizona. Review the employer’s description below for duties, qualifications and application requirements.
Job description
Are you passionate about aerospace engineering and rotorcraft innovation? Join our team as a Structural Analysis & Materials Engineer III , where you'll perform advanced structural and materials analysis to ensure the integrity, reliability, and compliance of helicopter components and systems.
What You'll Do
* Analyze and document structural integrity for helicopter systems and components.
* Perform structural analysis of metallic and composite structures using hand calculations, FEA, and computer-aided methods.
* Conduct static, dynamic, fatigue, and vibration analyses on rotorcraft components.
* Support flight strain surveys, instrumentation, and data analysis.
* Research and develop material specifications and fabrication processes for optimal performance.
* Apply principles of chemistry, physics, and material behavior to define specifications for metallic, non-metallic, and composite materials.
* Prepare test plans, reports, and certification documentation aligned with FAA and company standards.
* Collaborate across design, manufacturing, quality, and certification teams.
What We're Looking For
* Education: Bachelor's in Aerospace, Mechanical, or Materials Engineering (Master's preferred).
* Experience: 6-8 years in structural/materials analysis for aerospace applications.
* Strong knowledge of rotorcraft flight loads, composite and metallic structures, and failure analysis.
* Proficiency with tools like MATHCAD, UG NX, NASTRAN/FEMAP .
* Familiarity with FAA certification requirements; FAA Structures DER certification is a plus.
Why Join Us?
At MD Helicopters, LLC, you'll work on cutting-edge rotorcraft technology in a collaborative environment that values innovation and precision. We are an equal opportunity employer , committed to diversity and inclusion.
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