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CONTRACT - Stress Engineer (Wichita)

Bombardier
Wichita, KS Contractor
POSTED ON 7/8/2026
AVAILABLE BEFORE 8/6/2026
Why join us?

At Bombardier, we design, build and maintain the world’s peak-performing aircraft for the world’s most discerning people and businesses, governments and militaries. We have been successful in setting the highest standards by putting our people at the heart of it all, and defining excellence, together. 

Providing services to Bombardier means operating at the highest level. Every day, you are part of a team that delivers superior experiences and products, pushing the boundaries of what's possible in our industry and beyond. By prioritizing continuous growth and development, we empower everyone to reach their full potential on their own terms, because the greatest results happens when you are free to be yourself and share your unique expertise.

What are your contributions to the team?

  • Perform structural analysis using classical hand analysis methods and finite element analysis on metallic and non-metallic structure.
  • Understand customer requirements and prepare formal, controlled engineering documentation (i.e. structural analysis reports, specifications, etc.).
  • Prepare and present design review material in support of technical interchange meetings with suppliers and external/internal customers.
  • Review designs for preliminary sizing of structural reinforcements and load path definition for structural modifications.
  • Support design process from preliminary/conceptual design through critical/detail design.
  • Write, Review or Approve structural substantiation reports that meet technical requirements for the program and certifying authorities (TCCA/FAA/EASA).
  • Assess primary structure, secondary structure, and flight test installations from a static strength perspective.
  • Perform fatigue and damage tolerance assessments based on customer’s mission profile requirements.
  • Perform Material Review Board (MRB) duties in support of operations activities (as required).


How to thrive in this role?

  • You must have a Bachelor of Engineering or equivalent.
  • You must have a minimum of 5 years of relevant stress engineering experience.
  • Per US ITAR (International Traffic in Arms Regulations) Requirements, must be a U.S. Citizen or U.S. Permanent Resident (Green Card Holder).
  • You must have proficiency in FEM tools (i.e. Patran, Nastran, Nasgro, Altair).
  • You must have proficiency with all Microsoft Office software applications.
  • You have proficiency with CATIA V5.
  • You have an understanding of civil aircraft certification rules and experience in certification procedures.
  • You must have excellent communication and listening skills, and the ability to interface constructively and effectively in a cross functional team environment.
  • You must be able to work independently and efficiently multitask.
  • You must have a good understanding of aircraft structural load path and have experience with analysis methodologies for various primary and secondary structural components (static, fatigue and damage tolerance).
  • MRB is an asset (might be a requirement for some positions).
  • Experience in an integration role or function is an asset.


Now that you can see yourself with the Bombardier Team!

Opportunity CONTRACT - Stress Engineer (Wichita)

Primary Location Wichita, ADMN / MFG, Learjet

Organization Learjet Inc

Requisition 14257 CONTRACT - Stress Engineer (Wichita)

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