Experienced Stress Analyst

Cyient


Date: 6 days ago
City: Quebec City, Quebec
Contract type: Full time
  • Lead the structural stress analysis of primary and secondary aircraft structures (e.g., fuselage, wing, empennage, landing gear attachments, pylon, nacelles).
  • Perform static strength, fatigue, and damage tolerance analyses using both classical methods and finite element models.
  • Support the development and validation of structural designs in collaboration with design, manufacturing, loads, and systems teams.
  • Validate structural designs using classical hand calculations, FEM (Finite Element Modeling), and industry-standard tools (e.g., NASTRAN, Patran, HyperMesh, FEMAP, etc.).
  • Conduct trade studies and optimization for weight and performance improvements.
  • Provide technical guidance throughout the aircraft development lifecycle, including PDR/CDR, prototype build, and flight test.
  • Develop and review structural substantiation reports in support of FAA/EASA certification (Part 25 compliance).
  • Liaise with internal and external stakeholders, including DERs, regulators, suppliers, and OEM partners.
  • Mentor and review work of junior analysts; contribute to development of best practices and internal standards.
  • Maintain up-to-date knowledge of materials, industry standards, and evolving analysis methods.


Required Qualifications:

  • Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Aerospace, Mechanical, or Structural Engineering.
  • 10+ years of experience in structural stress analysis within commercial aircraft development programs.
  • In-depth knowledge of composite and metallic structures, fatigue and damage tolerance methodologies, and material behavior.
  • Proficient in industry-standard tools: NASTRAN, Patran, FEMAP, HyperMesh, Abaqus, or equivalent.
  • Strong background in FAR/CS-25 structural requirements and compliance documentation.
  • Experience preparing and reviewing certification-level reports (stress, fatigue, DTA, compliance matrices).
  • Proficient in interpreting loads models, structural drawings, and manufacturing constraints.
  • Strong written and verbal communication skills, including experience interfacing with certification authorities.
  • Is proficient with Microsoft Office Tools.


Preferred Qualifications:

  • Experience in a full life-cycle civil aircraft development program (from concept through certification and production).
  • Familiarity with scripting (VBA, Python, MATLAB) for automation or data processing.
  • Previous interaction with FAA/EASA and working knowledge of the certification process.
  • Experience with aircraft OEMs or major Tier 1 suppliers.
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