Stress Analyst Engineer I - Appleton, WI

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Stress Analyst Engineer I - Appleton, WI in GAC Appleton

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Responsibilities include performing stress analysis and related activities for new and derivative designs of interior furnishings and amenities as part of outfitting new aircraft. This includes review of engineering models and drawings, preparing load calculations, finite element models, and writing stress reports in collaboration with the Structural Engineering group and Structural AR''s providing approvals. Example designs include custom cabinetry such as galleys, lavatories, closets, and other storage compartments, interior peripheries, water/waste systems, entertainment equipment installations, and seating installations. Analysis of airframe modifications to meet the requirements of interior installation is also involved. Additional responsibilities include aircraft level analysis such as decompression and floor loading analysis. Analysis is done utilizing Classical hand analysis and Finite Element Modeling using FEMAP with Nastran.

Candidates should have some stress analysis experience, preferably in an aircraft OEM Completions environment. Experience with CATIA V5 CAD software and FEA experience with FEMAP preferred.

Assignments are executed under the direction of the Engineering Lead or Group Head to meet Engineering, Certification and manufacturing schedules. Analysis methods and design standards to be employed are consistent with company standards and accepted methods. Additional responsibilities are outlined in the job description and as assigned.

Education and Experience Requirements

Bachelor''s Degree Engineering or related curriculum required or equivalent combination of education and experience sufficient to successfully perform the essential functions of the job. Entry level. 0-18 months experience.

Position Purpose:

Performs engineering work related to the investigation and solution of basic problems associated with research, design, development, service and manufacture of Gulfstream aircraft.

Job Description

Principle Duties and Responsibilities:

Essential Functions:

• Provides technical assistance to engineering staff and contributes by completing discrete engineering tasks on schedule .
• Using company procedures, applies engineering knowledge to resolve routine issues .
• Analyzes and evaluates results of project activities .
• Prepares recommendations for changes and compiles necessary reports for various department supervision .
• Recognizes discrepancies and/or problems with analysis/test results and works toward corrective action .

Additional Functions:

• Actively works to improve daily processes, and ensures all work meets customer requirements .
• Continues learning and developing knowledge of application of technical principles, theories, and concepts in assigned field of expertise .

Perform other duties as assigned.

Other Requirements:

• The level of technical skills and abilities appropriate for this grade level will be established by each discipline.
• Work is closely supervised/monitored, follows established procedures and methods.
• Failure to achieve results may cause delays in program schedules.
• Ability to convey technical concepts in both written and verbal formats.
• Contacts are primarily with direct supervisor, mentor, and other exempt professionals in the group or department.

This job requires one to be able to read, write, speak, and understand the English language.

Additional Information

Requisition Number: 237111

Posting Type: Internal-External

Department: J0166-CP Structural Eng

Category: Engineering

Percentage of Travel: Up to 25%

Shift: First

Employment Type: Full-time

Salary Grade:X3

Number of Openings: 2

Posting End Date: 12/04/2026

Equal Opportunity Employer / Individuals with Disabilities / Protected Veterans

Gulfstream does not provide work visa sponsorship for this position, unless the applicant is a currently sponsored Gulfstream employee.

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