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Sr Mechanical Stress Engineer

Safran
Irvine, CA Full Time
POSTED ON 10/25/2026
AVAILABLE BEFORE 11/24/2026
Job details

Domain

Research, design and development

Job field / Job profile

Mechanics - Sizing and simulation of systems and mechanical parts

Job title

Sr Mechanical Stress Engineer

Employment type

Permanent

Professional category

Professional, Engineer & Manager

Part time / Full time

Full-time

Job description

The Stress Engineer is a key member of a cross-disciplinary team driving the design, development and execution of
the pilot control, actuation systems and cockpit solutions program for the next generation of military and commercial
aircraft. The Stress Engineer works on the development of new products, and the improvement and sustainment of
products. Engineering duties will span the entire product lifecycle, from initial design and requirements capture through manufacture and field support.

But what else? (advantages, specificities, etc.)

-In depth knowledge of Ansys or similar software is a must.
-Strong knowledge of CAD, PLM Systems, and Computational Based Analytical Software.
-Must have a strong understanding of load paths, stability of structure, and aircraft structural behavior.
-Must be fully capable of performing analysis with classical equations and with numerical (Finite Element) analysis methods.

Candidate skills & requirements
Analyze and determine the structural integrity and safety margins of various mechanical systems, components, and materials.
Use analytical and computational tools to assess the performance and behavior of the system or component when subjected to different loads and environmental conditions.
Conduct stress analysis and finite element analysis of mechanical systems or components.
Design and develop structures, products or equipment that comply with industry standards and regulations, while minimizing risk and optimizing performance and reliability.
Mechanical design, analysis, troubleshooting, and review of components, sub-assemblies, and assemblies.
Participate in new product development process to support design for manufacturability analysis, critical design reviews and manufacturing readiness.
Review customer specifications and determine compliance to requirements and statement of work and/or note exceptions.
Provide technical support, interact and collaborate with cross-functional teams, including design, manufacturing, quality, testing, program management, suppliers and customers to resolve problems and implement solutions.
Evaluate design changes for impact to product design, cost, and schedule.
Participate in new product development process to support design for manufacturability, design for cost, preliminary and critical design reviews.
Identify and analyze potential failure modes and recommend design improvements.

Annual salary

145,000 - 175,000

Job location

Job location

North America, United States, California, Irvine

City (-ies)

1833 Alton Parkway CA 92606 Irvine

Applicant criteria

Minimum education level achieved

Bachelor's Degree

Minimum experience level required

More than 8 years

ITAR Controlled Position: Select "Yes" if role requires U.S. citizenship/permanent residency

Yes

Salary : $145,000 - $175,000

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