Structures Engineer

Job overview

The Structures Engineer role is listed for work in Georgetown, DE and Indianapolis, IN. The posting describes standard office environments and hangar support; compensation is not specified. ALOFT AeroArchitects works on airplane maintenance, modification, and completion, with a focus on luxury, performance, and safety. The engineer supports structural design, substantiation, and FAA certification for aircraft projects, as well as liaison engineering for hangar operations. The role evaluates structural integrity, documents compliance, and develops repair solutions to support safe designs and production schedules.

What you'll do

• Integrate technical, cost, value, and safety considerations into product definition
• develop structural design criteria and evaluate concepts
• analyze structural integrity using classic methods or FEM techniques
• demonstrate safety margins and regulatory compliance
• review engineering drawing packages
• prepare structural analysis reports
• coordinate with engineering leads and FAA DER or ODA unit members
• support hangar operations by evaluating discrepancies and recommending repairs
• prepare repair drawings and coordinate FAA approvals as necessary
• complete timekeeping and training requirements.

What we're looking for

Skills & competencies

structures engineer

aircraft structures

aerospace engineering

georgetown de

indianapolis in

aloft aeroarchitects

faa certification

structural analysis

fem

aircraft modification

occasional travel

Work arrangement

• Weekend coverage required

Why this role

Engineering roles are located in Georgetown, DE and Indianapolis, IN; occasional travel may be required, including on short notice or for extended periods.

About the employer

Pats Aircraft LLC is hiring for this role. Industry: Engineering Services. Sector: 54.