Senior Stress Engineer (Onsite)

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Date Posted: 2026-08-17 Country: United States of America Location: US-CA-CHULA VISTA-B107 ~ 850 Lagoon Dr ~ BLDG 107, Mail Zone 1-C Position Role Type: Onsite U.S. Citizen, U.S. Person, or Immigration Status Requirements: This job requires a U.S. Person. A U.S. Person is a lawful permanent resident as defined in 8 U.S.C. 1101(a)(20) or who is a protected individual as defined by 8 U.S.C. 1324b(a)(3). U.S. citizens, U.S. nationals, U.S. permanent residents, or individuals granted refugee or asylee status in the U.S. are considered U.S. persons. For a complete definition of “U.S. Person” go here. https://www.ecfr.gov/current/title-22/chapter-I/subchapter-M/part-120/subpart-C/section-120.62 Security Clearance Type: None/Not Required Security Clearance Status: Not Required At RTX, the world's largest aerospace and defense company, 185,000 great minds are united by purpose and inspired to make a difference solving the world’s most complex problems. With our three market leading businesses, world-class operations and investments in research and development, we offer capabilities and opportunity no one else can. Together, we push the boundaries of known science and find new ways to connect and protect our world. Collins Aerospace is a leader in technologically advanced, intelligent solutions that help redefine the aerospace and defense industry. With a comprehensive portfolio and deep technical expertise, we help customers meet the demands of the global market. Join us and help shape the future of aerospace and defense. Collins Aerospace is looking for a Senior Stress Engineer who will perform structural analysis in support of metallic nacelles and aerostructure components using standard analysis methods and finite element approaches. You will conduct design trades and final product configuration definitions considering safety, strength, weight, cost & producibility for Military & Commercial applications. In addition, you will collaborate with both domestic and international engineering support teams on technical aspects of the stress analysis activities. What You Will Do: • Responsible for performing Stress analysis of aircraft components, assemblies, and systems while working as an integrated team for design studies. • Solve challenging structural analysis problems via research and coordination with subject matter experts/chief engineers. • Perform structural analysis includes development of finite element models and loads, and performing static, fatigue and damage tolerance, fracture, and vibration analysis. • Evaluate structural integrity of aircraft structures by way of classical hand analysis and finite element methods. • Generate documentation to report analysis and test results to support airworthiness certification. • Participate in continuous improvement activities and events. • Travel up to 10% domestically and internationally when circumstances permit. • Supports operation of equipment engineering systems by evaluating and interpreting needs and problems and develops effective approaches to resolving those issues. • Ability to work independently and in a team environment, strong communication, presentation and interpersonal skills required with experience communicating and presenting technical information to senior level leadership. • Perform trade studies and other duties as required. Qualifications You Must Have: • Typically requires a degree in Science, Technology, Engineering or Mathematics (STEM) and minimum 2 years of prior relevant experience or an Advanced Degree in a related field. • Experience in a Stress Engineer role. Qualifications We Prefer: • Experience in performing Structural Analysis of Complex Mechanical Systems and Aircraft components using classical hand calculations methods and Finite Element Analysis tools. • Good understanding of Structural Load Paths, and Free Body Diagrams (FBD’s) • Experienced in performing Static, Fatigue & Damage Tolerance and Frequency Response Analysis. • General knowledge of applicable 14 CFR Part 25 or equivalent regulatory requirements. • General knowledge of Testing and Qualification requirements. • Background in Metallic and composite material structure and design. • Experience working with international teams across multiple time zones. • Experience with Lean, Six Sigma, ACE or CORE • Proficient with FEA tools ANSYS, NASTRAN/PATRAN or equivalent software(s) • Proficient with math, data, and automation tools, MathCAD, MS Excel, MS Access, Python • Experience with kinematics simulation software such as ADAM’s What We Offer: Benefits: Some of our competitive benefits package includes: • Medical, dental, and vision insurance • Three weeks of vacation for newly hired employees • Generous 401(k) plan that includes employer matching funds and separate employer retirement contribution, including a Lifetime Income Strategy option • Tuition reimbursement program • Student Loan Repayment Program • Life insurance and disability coverage • Optional coverages you can buy pet insurance, home and auto insurance, additional life and accident insurance, critical illness insurance, group legal, ID theft protection • Birth, adoption, parental leave benefits • Ovia Health, fertility, and family planning • Adoption Assistance • Autism Benefit • Employee Assistance Plan, including up to 10 free counseling sessions • Healthy You Incentives, wellness rewards program • Doctor on Demand, virtual doctor visits • Bright Horizons, child and elder care services • Teladoc Medical Experts, second opinion program • And more! This role may be eligible for relocation. Learn More & Apply Now! Collins Aerospace makes modern flight possible. Of course, that wouldn’t be possible without the capabilities and technologies of our organization, as well as our engineers – a highly skilled, accomplished network that spans more than 180 sites, 24 countries and 6 Strategic Business Units (SBUs). Our industry-leading experts are setting the standards for the aerospace industry