Senior Stress Analyst
SENIOR STRESS ANALYST - EL SEGUNDO, CA
Skyryse is seeking a Senior Stress Analyst to support the design, development, and certification of its fly-by-wire, safety-critical aircraft systems. This role is responsible for performing detailed structural analysis on primary and secondary aircraft structures to ensure compliance with performance, durability, and airworthiness requirements. The ideal candidate is hands-on, technically rigorous, and comfortable working in a fast-paced aerospace startup environment where analysis directly informs design decisions.
This is a full-time onsite opportunity based out of El Segundo, CA
RESPONSIBILITIES:
Perform static, fatigue, and damage tolerance analysis of aircraft structures including metallic and composite components
Conduct classical hand calculations to assess stress, strain, margins of safety, and structural integrity
Generate structural substantiation to support FAA certification activities (Part 23 / Part 27 / Special Conditions)
Collaborate closely with design engineering, manufacturing, and flight test teams
Support trade studies to optimize weight, strength, and manufacturability
Evaluate test results and correlate analytical predictions with ground and flight test data
Author and review stress reports, certification documents, and compliance findings
Create tools and methods to efficiently conduct stress analysis
Support root-cause analysis and corrective actions for structural issues identified during testing or operations
Ensure analyses comply with Skyryse safety standards and aerospace best practices
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:
Bachelor’s degree in Aerospace Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, or related field
6+ years of experience in aircraft structural analysis (commercial, defense, or advanced air mobility)
Strong background in aircraft stress analysis principles
Proficiency with FEA tools such as:
NASTRAN / Patran / FEMAP / ANSYS (or equivalent)
Experience with metallic and composite structures
Familiarity with FAA certification requirements and structural compliance processes
Ability to clearly document and communicate technical findings
U.S. work authorization (export-controlled environment)
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:
Master’s degree in Aerospace or Mechanical Engineering
Experience supporting Part 23 certification or military airworthiness
Knowledge of loads development and aeroelastic considerations
Experience working in startup or rapid-development aerospace programs
Exposure to fly-by-wire or safety-critical systems
Prior collaboration with DERs or certification authorities
WHY SKYRYSE?
The opportunity to change the world through improving aviation safety and accessibility
Salary Range: 160,000 - 180,000
Valuable stock option plan
Heavily subsidized medical, dental and vision plans
Full-time employees are eligible for 20 days of paid time off (PTO) and 5 sick days annually. PTO and sick days must be used in accordance with Company policy.
A company with an ambitious vision, a dynamic work environment, and a team of smart, motivated, and fun to work-with colleagues!
The posted salary range reflects the potential base pay for this role, adjusted to account for varying geographic markets. Final compensation will be based on factors such as your location, job-related skills, experience, and internal alignment, including equity and benefits.