Stress Engineer

Posted 1 May 2026 Job ref: JOB-31489 Stress Engineer Location: Wichita, Kansas, United States Salary: Market related Category Stress Engineering Sector: Aerospace and Defence Contract type Permanent Consultant: Karen Roe Apply now We are assisting our client a leader in the aerospace industry in their search for a Stress Engineer for their Wichita, KS location. Responsibilities: Perform structural analysis using classical hand analysis methods and finite element analysis on metallic and non-metallic structure. Understand customer requirements and prepare formal, controlled engineering documentation (i.e. structural analysis reports, specifications, etc.). Prepare and present design review material in support of technical interchange meetings with suppliers and external/internal customers. Review designs for preliminary sizing of structural reinforcements and load path definition for structural modifications. Support design process from preliminary/conceptual design through critical/detail design. Write, Review or Approve structural substantiation reports that meet technical requirements for the program and certifying authorities (TCCA/FAA/EASA). Assess primary structure, secondary structure, and flight test installations from a static strength perspective. Perform fatigue and damage tolerance assessments based on customer's mission profile requirements. Perform Material Review Board (MRB) duties in support of operations activities (as required). Qualifications: You must have a Bachelor of Engineering or equivalent. You must have a minimum of 5 years of relevant stress engineering experience. Per US ITAR (International Traffic in Arms Regulations) Requirements, must be a U.S. Citizen or U.S. Permanent Resident (Green Card Holder). You must have proficiency in FEM tools (i.e. Patran, Nastran, Nasgro, Altair). You must have proficiency with all Microsoft Office software applications. You have proficiency with CATIA V5. You have an understanding of civil aircraft certification rules and experience in certification procedures. You must have excellent communication and listening skills, and the ability to interface constructively and effectively in a cross functional team environment. You must be able to work independently and efficiently multitask. You must have a good understanding of aircraft structural load path and have experience with analysis methodologies for various primary and secondary structural components (static, fatigue and damage tolerance). MRB is an asset (might be a requirement for some positions). Experience in an integration role or function is an asset. Compensation: Insurance plans (Dental, medical, life insurance, disability, and more) Competitive base salary Retirement savings plan Employee Assistance Program Tele Health Program Please note: This is a genuine and current job opportunity. Morson Edge does not use artificial intelligence to screen or select candidates. Please send your resume to ... Apply now Share job Using your device Twitter Facebook LinkedIn WhatsApp Pinterest Reddit Email Similar jobs Fatigue & Damage Tolerance Engineer - Repair Filton, Gloucestershire, England Aerospace and Defence Contract 46 - 52 per hour + AP Grade and above - Entitled to paid overtime over 35 hours View job T400 Stress Engineer Chester, Cheshire, England Aerospace and Defence Contract 55.00 - 67.60 per hour + Umbrella (Inside IR35) View job Next slide Next slide View all Stress Engineering jobs