• Loads Engineer

    Actalent (Wichita, KS)


    Job Title: Loads Engineer

    Job Description

    Perform analyses and simulations to compute aircraft design loads in support of new aircraft design studies and ensure the continued airworthiness of in-service aircraft. Utilize a wide range of commercial and in-house tools, including a six-degree of freedom aircraft simulator. Use engineering judgment to perform Verification and Validation of analysis results. Prepare and maintain finite element models for loads analysis. Collaborate with other engineering disciplines such as Flight Characteristics, Structures, Mass Properties, Systems, and Fly-By-Wire. Support aircraft landing gear development, analysis, and testing, as well as flight testing and result post-processing. Contribute to in-service engineering to address aircraft issues, and present analyses and findings in engineering certification reports and presentations in English.

    Responsibilities

    + Perform analyses and simulations to compute aircraft design loads.

    + Utilize commercial and in-house tools for load computations.

    + Perform Verification and Validation of analysis results.

    + Prepare and maintain finite element models for loads analysis.

    + Collaborate with other engineering disciplines.

    + Support aircraft landing gear development, analysis, and testing.

    + Support flight testing and post-process results.

    + Contribute to in-service engineering and present findings in reports and presentations.

    Essential Skills

    + Bachelor's or Master’s degree in Aerospace or Mechanical Engineering.

    + At least 8 years of experience in external loads analyses in the aerospace industry.

    + Good understanding of FAR 25 certification requirements.

    + Experience in static and dynamic aeroelastic loads analyses.

    + Experience in developing FEM models and computing airframe and component design loads.

    + Proficiency in using Nastran for Dynamic/Aeroelastic analysis.

    + Good understanding of FEM, unsteady aerodynamics, and frequency-based data analysis.

    + Advanced programming knowledge in Matlab, Python, C/C++, and Linux/Windows scripting.

    + Good organizational skills and ability to complete tasks within budget and on schedule.

    + Strong analytical thinking, problem-solving, and communication skills.

     

    Additional Skills & Qualifications

     

    + Higher education in Aerospace or Mechanical Engineering is an asset.

    + Experience with DMAP is an asset.

     

    Work Environment

     

    Work hours are Monday through Friday, 7 AM to 4 PM, in an engineering office setting.

     

    Job Type & Location

     

    This is a Contract position based out of Wichita, KS.

    Pay and Benefits

    The pay range for this position is $80.00 - $105.00/hr.

     

    Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits available for this temporary role may include the following:

     

    • Medical, dental & vision • Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital • 401(k) Retirement Plan – Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available • Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents) • Short and long-term disability • Health Spending Account (HSA) • Transportation benefits • Employee Assistance Program • Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)

     

    Workplace Type

     

    This is a fully onsite position in Wichita,KS.

     

    Application Deadline

     

    This position is anticipated to close on Nov 7, 2025.

    About Actalent

    Actalent is a global leader in engineering and sciences services and talent solutions. We help visionary companies advance their engineering and science initiatives through access to specialized experts who drive scale, innovation and speed to market. With a network of almost 30,000 consultants and more than 4,500 clients across the U.S., Canada, Asia and Europe, Actalent serves many of the Fortune 500.

     

    The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regard to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.

     

    If you would like to request a reasonable accommodation, such as the modification or adjustment of the job application process or interviewing due to a disability, please email [email protected] (%[email protected]) for other accommodation options.