JOB TITLE: Senior Stress Engineer
LOCATION: Greensboro, NC
PAY RATE: Up to $80/hour
We are a national aerospace and defense staffing agency seeking highly qualified candidates for a position with a top-tier client.
Job Details:
Job Type: Contract (12 months with potential for extension)
Industry: Aerospace / Defense / Aviation
Benefits: Medical, dental, and vision (Cigna)
Perks: Bonus potential + Priority access via Tier 1 supplier
Openings Nationwide: Thousands of opportunities across the U.S.
Qualifying Questions:
Are you a U.S. person as defined under ITAR regulations?
Do you meet the educational and experience requirements for this role?
Can you commute to the job location or relocate if necessary?
Summary:
We are seeking an experienced Aerospace Stress Engineer with a strong background in the analysis, certification, and testing of composite and metallic primary structures.
Demonstrate technical depth, excellent analytical skills, and the ability to communicate complex engineering concepts with clarity and confidence.
Serve as a Subject Matter Expert (SME) for stress analysis of composite primary structures (experience with metallic structures is highly desirable).
Perform detailed stress analysis using both classical hand calculation methods (Bruhn, Peery, Roark, ESDU) and Finite Element Analysis (FEA) tools.
Prepare certification stress reports and collaborate with FAA Designated Engineering Representatives (DERs).
Support and interpret structural testing activities.
Clearly explain and defend analysis methodologies, assumptions, and results to internal teams and external stakeholders.
Requirements:
Bachelor’s degree in Aerospace or Mechanical Engineering required; Master’s degree preferred.
FAA DER certification (14 CFR Part 23/25) is a strong plus but not required.
Proficient in FEA tools such as NASTRAN and FEMAP.
Familiar with 3D modeling in CATIA V5—ability to manipulate and extract data from models.
Strong working knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint).
Experience with programming languages such as Python, Visual Basic (VB), or MATLAB is highly desirable.
Must be a U.S. Person (as defined by ITAR).
Physical Requirements:
Exposure to operational environments with equipment noise, temperature fluctuations, dust, and aircraft-related odors.
Ability to stand, sit, walk, bend, climb, and reach for extended periods as required by the role.
Must adhere to all safety and regulatory requirements (FAA, OSHA, DOT, EPA, etc.).
Ability to read, write, hear, and speak clearly in English.
Lift and move items up to 10 lbs. regularly and up to 50 lbs. or more with assistance technology.
About Us:
The Structures Company is a premier national aerospace and defense staffing agency specializing in contract, contract-to-hire, and direct hire placements. We deliver expert workforce solutions across engineering, IT, production, maintenance, and support roles.
As trusted partners to major aerospace OEMs and Tier 1 suppliers, we connect professionals with opportunities to grow and excel in the aviation and aerospace industries.
Eligibility Requirements:
Must be a U.S. Citizen, lawful permanent resident, or protected individual under 8 U.S.C. 1324b(a)(3) to comply with ITAR regulations.
Keywords: aerospace, aviation, engineering, maintenance, aircraft design, defense
Take your career to new heights—apply today!
Senior Stress Engineer • Greensboro, NC, United States
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