Rotor/Hub Structural Analyst (Aerospace)

TL;DR

Rotor/Hub Structural Analyst (Aerospace): Performing detailed structural analysis and testing of eVTOL rotor systems, including blades and control mechanisms, with an accent on fatigue life prediction and finite element methods. Focus on evaluating static strength, dynamic response of composite materials, and ensuring FAA certification compliance.

Location: San Jose, California, United States. hirify.global is unable to provide work visa sponsorship for this position.

Salary: $125,000 - $160,000

Company

An aerospace company building an all-electric vertical takeoff and landing aircraft to advance sustainable air mobility.

What you will do

• Perform detailed structural analyses of dynamic system components, including the rotor system, control system, and blades.
• Evaluate static strength and fatigue life using classical hand calculations and finite element analysis for flight and ground loads.
• Analyze component life and dynamic response of metallic and composite components subject to high and low cycle fatigue.
• Author structural substantiation reports and other technical documentation to meet program requirements.
• Support full-scale component ground testing and flight testing, including instrumentation and data reduction.
• Collaborate with aerodynamics and loads teams to design high-performance propeller and rotor blades.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in aerospace engineering, mechanical engineering, or a related field.
• 5+ years of experience in design and analysis of critical aircraft structures.
• Proficiency in ANSYS, NASTRAN, or other FE software.
• Knowledge of fatigue and damage tolerance of composites and metallic components.
• Ability to interpret CAD models and read engineering drawings (NX preferred).
• Must have valid US work authorization (no sponsorship available).

Nice to have

• Master’s degree in aerospace or mechanical engineering.
• 10+ years of experience in rotorcraft dynamic systems.
• Familiarity with FAA aircraft and rotorcraft loads and dynamics regulations (FAR Part 23, 27, 33, 35).
• Experience with static and dynamic loads derivation for VTOL aircraft.
• Proficiency in Python and/or Matlab scripting.

Culture & Benefits

• Pay-for-performance culture that rewards contributions to company strategy.
• Dedicated to cultivating an equitable and inclusive environment.
• Opportunity to work on revolutionary all-electric aircraft technology.
• Occasional travel (up to 10%) to facilities or suppliers.