Structures Analyst – Engineer I/Engineer II (Aerospace)

Location: Los Angeles, CA, United States

Base pay: Structures Analyst I — $108,000–$135,000 annually; Structures Analyst II — $124,000–$155,000 annually.

Company

hirify.global is developing the ES-30, a 30-passenger regional hybrid-electric aircraft with a 200 km zero-emission electric range and a 400 km extended hybrid range.

What you will do

• Perform classical structural analysis and finite element analysis of composite and metallic aircraft components using tools such as Nastran, Patran, Abaqus, and ANSYS.
• Build and modify FEA models for static, dynamic, and fatigue analyses.
• Interpret simulation results and document findings and recommendations.
• Collaborate with design engineers on structural sizing, weight optimization, and design iterations.
• Support structural testing through test setup, data review, and analysis correlation.
• Investigate structural issues, contribute to root-cause analysis, and maintain organized analysis records.

Requirements

• Structures Analyst I: 0–2 years of professional experience, internships, or co-ops; Structures Analyst II: 2–5 years of professional industry experience.
• Bachelor’s degree in Aerospace Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, or a related field.
• Exposure to composite and/or metallic structures and familiarity with FEA tools.
• Foundational understanding of structural mechanics, materials, and aerospace structures.
• Strong analytical, problem-solving, organizational, and technical communication skills.
• Ability to communicate technical information clearly in written and verbal English.

Nice to have

• Startup experience and exposure to composite materials and manufacturing methods.
• Experience with CATIA, SolidWorks, or NX.
• Familiarity with FAA or EASA certification concepts.
• Introductory Python or scripting experience for analysis automation.
• Master’s degree or progress toward one in Aerospace or Mechanical Engineering.

Culture & Benefits

• Fast-paced, collaborative aerospace development environment.
• Work closely with senior and staff engineers.
• Opportunity to deepen experience in structural analysis, FEA modeling, and aircraft design.
• Emphasis on learning, accepting feedback, and contributing to aircraft decarbonization.