Aerospace Stress Analysis Engineer II

Description

The Intelligence and Operations Solution division at Leidos currently has an opening for an Aerospace Stress Engineer to work in our Bridgewater, VA office. In this role, you'll leverage hands-on engineering to solve real-world aerial intelligence and surveillance challenges. Join a creative, mission-focused team dedicated to supporting the modern warfighter!

**This posting is for multiple opportunities across experience levels. Role level and compensation will be aligned to candidate experience.**

Primary Responsibilities

• Perform static, linear structural analysis for airframe modifications.
• Analyze metal, non-metallic, and composite structures using both Finite Element Analysis (FEA) and hand calculation methodology.
• Write structural test plans, test reports, and structural analysis reports.
• Provide technical inputs to mechanical designs during all phases of the design lifecycle.
• Present analysis assumptions and results to key stakeholders during internal and external design reviews.
• Review and approve deviation request and non-conformance reports.

Basic Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Mechanical, Aerospace, or Structural Engineering with a minimum of 2- 4 years of relevant experience.
• Familiarity with FEA and CAD software.
• Strong knowledge of static/dynamic engineering mechanics.
• Experience with technical writing and presentations.
• Must be able to obtain and maintain a Secret Security Clearance.

Preferred Qualifications

• Proficiency with FEMAP and SolidWorks.
• Damage tolerance, vibration, fatigue, and/or thermal analysis experience.
• Experience with Army Aviation Engineering Directorate (AED) and NAVAIR requirements.
• Working knowledge of FAA rules and regulations.
• Active Secret clearance.

Ready to make an impact? Start your meaningful career journey with Leidos-submit your resume today!

If you're looking for comfort, keep scrolling. At Leidos, we outthink, outbuild, and outpace the status quo - because the mission demands it. We're not hiring followers. We're recruiting the ones who disrupt, provoke, and refuse to fail. Step 10 is ancient history. We're already at step 30 - and moving faster than anyone else dares.

For U.S. Positions: While subject to change based on business needs, Leidos reasonably anticipates that this job requisition will remain open for at least 3 days with an anticipated close date of no earlier than 3 days after the original posting date as listed above.

The Leidos pay range for this job level is a general guideline onlyand not a guarantee of compensation or salary. Additional factors considered in extending an offer include (but are not limited to) responsibilities of the job, education, experience, knowledge, skills, and abilities, as well as internal equity, alignment with market data, applicable bargaining agreement (if any), or other law.

About Leidos

Leidos is an industry and technology leader serving government and commercial customers with smarter, more efficient digital and mission innovations. Headquartered in Reston, Virginia, with 47,000 global employees, Leidos reported annual revenues of approximately $16.7 billion for the fiscal year ended January 3, 2025. For more information, visit www.Leidos.com.

Pay and Benefits

Pay and benefits are fundamental to any career decision. That's why we craft compensation packages that reflect the importance of the work we do for our customers. Employment benefits include competitive compensation, Health and Wellness programs, Income Protection, Paid Leave and Retirement. More details are available at www.leidos.com/careers/pay-benefits.

Securing Your Data

Beware of fake employment opportunities using Leidos' name. Leidos will never ask you to provide payment-related information during any part of the employment application process (i.e., ask you for money), nor will Leidos ever advance money as part of the hiring process (i.e., send you a check or money order before doing any work). Further, Leidos will only communicate with you through emails that are generated by the Leidos.com automated system - never from free commercial services (e.g., Gmail, Yahoo, Hotmail) or via WhatsApp, Telegram, etc. If you received an email purporting to be from Leidos that asks for payment-related information or any other personal information (e.g., about you or your previous employer), and you are concerned about its legitimacy, please make us aware immediately by emailing us at LeidosCareersFraud@leidos.com.

If you believe you are the victim of a scam, contact your local law enforcement and report the incident to the U.S. Federal Trade Commission.

Commitment to Non-Discrimination

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, race, ethnicity, age, national origin, citizenship, religion, physical or mental disability, medical condition, genetic information, pregnancy, family structure, marital status, ancestry, domestic partner status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, veteran or military status, or any other basis prohibited by law. Leidos will also consider for employment qualified applicants with criminal histories consistent with relevant laws.