Structural Analysis Engineer IV

Job overview

Structural Analysis Engineer IV is an onsite role in Buffalo, NY, with a stated annual salary range of $110,000 to $154,000. Astronics Connectivity Systems and Certification develops aircraft connectivity and certification solutions. The engineer performs structural substantiation and analysis for aircraft modifications, prepares certification documentation, coordinates with engineering and regulatory teams, and provides technical guidance to junior engineers. The work supports safe certification and performance of aircraft installations.

What you'll do

• Perform structural substantiation for commercial aircraft radome installations
• develop and evaluate FEMAP/Nastran models and hand analyses
• assess aircraft structures, hardware, joints, and loads
• prepare analysis reports and certification packages
• coordinate with design, certification, manufacturing, program management, and regulatory teams
• support advanced analyses and engineering automation
• mentor junior engineers.

What we're looking for

Skills & competencies

structural analysis engineer

aircraft structures

finite element analysis

femap

nastran

aircraft certification

faa/easa

buffalo ny

astronics

full-time

$110k–$154k/year

Work arrangement

• Weekend coverage required

Benefits & perks

• Health, dental, vision, disability and life insurance
• FSA/HSA
• 401(k), profit sharing and employee stock purchase plan
• paid time off, holidays, parental leave, volunteer time off, wellness and employee assistance programs, and tuition reimbursement.

Why this role

Supports aircraft modification certification programs and includes technical mentoring responsibilities.

About the employer

Astronics Corporation is hiring for this role. Industry: Engineering Services. Sector: 54.