Senior Structures Engineer

Overview As Senior Structures Engineer you will lead the design, build, and test of next-generation aerostructures for high-speed aircraft. You’ll drive hardware upgrades, guide clean-sheet designs, and mentor junior engineers, collaborating closely with design, production, and test teams. You will shape final geometry, material choices, and manufacturing conversance while streamlining processes for rapid iteration. This role offers hands-on impact on aerospace hardware from prototype to production in a fast-paced, mission-driven environment. Compensation / Benefitsequity401k & Retirement PlansUnlimited PTOPaid Parental Leave100% employer-paid health carepotential year-end bonuses ResponsibilitiesLead project planning and ensure timely hardware deliveryTurn high-level concepts into detailed designs (geometry, materials, DFM)Design and implement end-to-end design-to-build-to-test processesAnalyze build non-conformances and chart paths for low-rate prototype hardwareTransition prototype hardware to production for complex assembliesSimplify processes by eliminating waste and reducing partsPerform detailed structural analysis and report marginsDevelop and execute test procedures for flight hardwareServe as a force multiplier across production, test, and design teams Key requirementsStrong engineering first principlesCAD, test equipment, hand toolsHands-on experience with physical hardwareAbility to design, build, break, and iterate quicklyBachelor's degree in mechanical, aerospace, manufacturing, or related engineeringFamiliarity with manufacturing processes (machining, welding, forming) and GD&T fundamentalsleadership experiencementorshipcollaboration across cross-functional teamsCG&T fundamentals (ASME Y14.5)Siemens Teamcenter and NXNX Nastran and Ansys analysis tools