Position Description

Structures Engineer
Job Code 3930
Assigned Aurora Location Cambridge, MA
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Structures Engineer

Position Overview

At Aurora Flight Sciences, we design, build, and fly advanced aircraft and enabling technologies from concept to reality. We are searching for a talented and self-motivated Structures Engineer to help us create the future of flight. Responsibilities will include but not be limited to the following:

Responsibilities

***This role is contingent upon contract award and funding approval***

- Create and maintain CAD solid models and drawings of installations, assembly, and detail components that meet all requirements such as structural integrity, interface boundaries, weight, and cost targets as directed by the project engineer.
- Coordinate with members of stress, manufacturing, procurement, quality control, and other departments as required to mature the design from conception to production.
- Create documentation to support design decisions as well as identify and resolve potential issues.
- Host and participate in periodic design reviews to ensure designs meet the requirements of the program.
- Contribute to the release of parts, assemblies and drawings.
- Ensure that there are no actions related to your area of control that hold up model releases and/or fabrication activities critical to program schedules.

Minimum Requirements

- Must be a US Person (US Citizen, US Permanent Resident, or Green Card holder)
- B.S. degree in Engineering from an accredited university
-Relevant aerostructures experience:
- Design: Knowledge of 3D Computer Aided Design Programs such as CATIA, NX (Unigraphics), CREO (Pro/E) or SolidWorks.
- Analysis: Base understanding of statics, solid mechanics, and free body diagrams.

Preferred Requirements

- Experience with engineering and/or manufacturing development of structural parts and assemblies utilizing composite and metal materials.
- Experience with manufacturing composite parts and assemblies including manufacturing processes, quality buyoff and manufacturing work orders/documentation.
- Experience with the composite part design process, including composites stacking sequence, lamination theory, honeycomb core, bonded assemblies, manufacturing and fabrication processes and post-cure machining operations.
- Knowledge of GD&T per ASME Y14.5 along with tolerance analysis capabilities.

Physical Requirements

N/A

Salary Range (Annualized USD)

  • Minimum Range: $57,000.00 to $102,000.00
  • Maximum Range: $57,000.00 to $102,000.00

Aurora Company Overview

Aurora Flight Sciences, a Boeing Company, is a leader in the development and manufacturing of advanced unmanned systems and aerospace vehicles. Our mission is to apply autonomy and robotics to the development, production, and operation of advanced aircraft. During the last three decades, Aurora has designed, rapid-prototyped, and flown an average of one new vehicle a year for both government and commercial customers. Now, as an independent subsidiary of Boeing, Aurora’s innovation is combined with Boeing’s size and strength, creating an unprecedented opportunity to shape the future of aerospace systems.

Equal Opportunity Employer

Aurora Flight Sciences, A Boeing Company, is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Employment decisions are made without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, physical or mental disability, genetic factors, military/veteran status or other characteristics protected by law.

Aurora Total Rewards

At Aurora Flight Sciences, a Boeing Company, we strive to deliver a Total Rewards package that will attract, engage and retain the top talent. Elements of the Total Rewards package include competitive base pay and variable compensation opportunities. Aurora Flight Sciences provides eligible employees with an opportunity to enroll in a variety of benefit programs, generally including health insurance, flexible spending accounts, health savings accounts, retirement savings plans, life and disability insurance programs, and a number of programs that provide for both paid and unpaid time away from work. The specific programs and options available to any given employee may vary depending on eligibility factors such as geographic location and date of hire. Please note that the salary information shown is a general guideline only. Salaries are based upon candidate experience and qualifications, as well as market and business considerations.
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