Aircraft Loads & Dynamics Engineer - 078QE

Aircraft Loads and Dynamics Engineer

We are seeking a highly skilled and experienced Aircraft Loads and Dynamics Engineer to join our team. As a Lead Engineer, you will play a critical role in evaluating, analyzing, and optimizing the loads and dynamic behavior of aircraft structures and systems.

Essential Job Functions

• Aircraft Loads Analysis: Perform static and dynamic loads analysis for various flight and ground conditions, including gust, turbulence, landing, taxiing, takeoff, and emergency maneuvers.
• Develop load cases in compliance with certification requirements and design criteria.
• Support the development of aerodynamic databases and load envelopes in coordination with the aerodynamics group.
• Aeroelasticity and Flutter: Conduct aeroelastic analyses, including flutter, divergence, and control reversal studies, to ensure structural stability (FAR 25.629).
• Mitigate risks related to structural resonance, fatigue, and dynamic instabilities.
• Sustained Engine Imbalance Analysis: Perform analysis to evaluate the effects of sustained engine imbalance (e.g., rotor unbalance or blade loss) on aircraft structural loads and dynamic response, ensuring compliance with regulatory standards (e.g., CFR 25.901(c), 25.903(c), AC 25-24).
• Certification and Documentation: Prepare technical reports, substantiation documents, and compliance data packages for regulatory authorities (e.g., FAA, EASA).
• Ensure compliance with applicable airworthiness standards (e.g., CFR/CS Part 23, 25, 27, 29).
• Collaborate with regulatory agencies and certification specialists as needed.

Collaboration

• Provide technical guidance and mentorship to junior engineers and team members.
• Work directly with Quartus’s business development/sales organization to expand and diversify our air vehicle customer base.

Location

The position will be based in Herndon, VA, or San Diego, CA, with a hybrid schedule. *The hybrid work arrangement is subject to change based on business needs including but not limited to training, performance, or other operational requirements. Any physical location change may impact future employment.

What are we looking for?

• BS and/or MS in Mechanical, Aerospace, Structural, or similar Engineering field
• 10+ years of experience in aircraft/rotorcraft static loads and criteria
• Experience with static and dynamic load derivation for aircraft
• Experience developing aeroelastic analysis models
• Experience or expertise in MSC NASTRAN, ZAERO, or similar tool
• Experience or expertise in coding with MATLAB and/or Python
• Familiarity with Patran, FEMAP, RCAS, Adams, or comparable tools
• Experience with ground vibration and/or static load tests
• Experience with Special Class Airworthiness (Part 21)

Preferred Qualifications

• Knowledge and experience with CFD analysis
• Experience working with Structures
• FAA DERs knowledge/experience a plus
• Knowledge or experience with Aeroservoelastic analyses

Compensation and Benefits

Lead Engineer pay range: $142,245 - $235,409*

This pay range represents base pay. In addition, you may be eligible for additional benefits and compensation.

Referral eligibility: Tier 1

Quartus is an equal opportunity employer and we are committed to employing a diverse workforce, including, but not limited to, minorities, women, individuals with disabilities, and protected veterans.

Quartus provides comprehensive benefits including competitive salary, discretionary performance-based bonus, employee stock ownership plan, medical, dental, vision, and 401k plan with company match.