Senior Structures Engineer (Onsite)

Location: US-OH-TROY-101 ~ 101 Waco St ~ WACO

 Position Role Type: Onsite

 U.S. Citizen, U.S. Person, or Immigration Status Requirements: This job requires a U.S. Person. A U.S. Person is a lawful permanent resident as defined in 8 U.S.C. 1101(a)(20) or who is a protected individual as defined by 8 U.S.C. 1324b(a)(3). U.S. citizens, U.S. nationals, U.S. permanent residents, or individuals granted refugee or asylee status in the U.S. are considered U.S. persons. For a complete definition of “U.S. Person” go here: https://www.ecfr.gov/current/title-22/chapter-I/subchapter-M/part-120/subpart-C/section-120.62

 Security Clearance Type: None/Not Required

 Security Clearance Status: Not Required At RTX, the world's largest aerospace and defense company, 185,000 great minds are united by purpose and inspired to make a difference solving the world’s most complex problems. With our three market leading businesses, world-class operations and investments in research and development, we offer capabilities and opportunity no one else can. Together, we push the boundaries of known science and find new ways to connect and protect our world. Collins Aerospace is a leader in technologically advanced, intelligent solutions that help redefine the aerospace and defense industry. With a comprehensive portfolio and deep technical expertise, we help customers meet the demands of the global market. Join us and help shape the future of aerospace and defense. Collins Wheel and Brake Structures Department is looking for an experienced, highly motivated Senior Structures Engineer to join our Landing Systems Wheel and Brake Structures Team. You will be instrumental in designing, analyzing, and testing aircraft wheels and brakes for some of the most advanced aircraft in the world. You will have an opportunity to collaborate with a wide range of engineers in design, project, sustaining, customer support, and manufacturing. You will also interact with customers assisting in technical decisions for the products you are working on.

Lead/support structural engineering projects for aircraft wheel and brake development and repairs, including design trade studies, FEA analyses, testing, validation, and resolving operational issues. Structural Analysis: Perform strength, fatigue, and fracture analyses using classical methods and FEA tools (e.g., ANSYS/LS Dyna), including defining FEA model requirements, conducting analyses, and preparing detailed reports. Testing & Validation: Develop instrumentation and test plans for strain gage or related testing, analyze test data, and support product validation and qualification efforts. Reporting & Communication: Create detailed engineering reports, share findings with internal stakeholders, and present design reviews to external customers as required. Lead/support engineering projects focused on developing methods and technologies to enhance engineering processes and reduce new product introduction (NPI) cycle time. Collaboration and Project Management: Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams during product development, validation, and qualification processes while effectively prioritizing tasks, meeting deadlines, and ensuring clear communication in a fast-paced environment. Teamwork & leadership: Mentor new/co-op engineers in learning and developing structural engineering skills. Make valuable contribution as team member while supporting sr. level engineers and engineering leaders. Travel: Willingness to travel up to 5% domestically and internationally.

You Must Have:  Typically requires a degree in Science, Technology, Engineering or Mathematics (STEM) and minimum 5 years prior relevant experience or an Advanced Degree in a related field and minimum 3 years of experience. Experience with prior strain gage testing and Lifing analysis. Experience with a FEA (Finite