STUDENT ASSISTANT-R&D - STUDENT ENGINEER - Aerospace Structures at Southwest Research Institute in San Antonio, Texas

Job Description:

Who We Are:


The Aerospace Structures section of the Structural Engineering Department focuses on the development and life management of military aircraft. It provides turn-key research and development services, state-of-the-art structural analysis capability, and full-scale vehicle to small-scale component testing for all segments of the aerospace community. The Aerospace Structures Section also has a long-established history in supporting Aircraft Structural Integrity Programs (ASIP).


Objectives of this Role:

• Work under the direction of a senior Engineer to assist in assembling research test rigs, operating tests, recording measurements processing data etc.


• Obtain meaningful research experience in the areas of structures, analysis, and testing.


• Apply the acquired knowledge and skills from school in a practical situation.


• A strong interest in materials testing is desirable.


• Local Summer Student Position.

Daily and Monthly Responsibilities:

• Perform hands-on work in a laboratory environment.


• Utilize commercial engineering software for design or analysis. This may include computer aided design (CAD) or finite element analysis (FEA).


• Support analysis and testing. Participate in data acquisition and interpret results to make conclusions about the work.


• Perform computer-related tasks that include analysis and reporting.

Requirements:

• Must be pursuing a Bachelors degree in Mechanical Engineering, Materials Science & Engineer, Aerospace Engineering or related engineering degree field.


• 0 years: A strong interest in aircraft, structures, fatigue, fracture, materials.


• A valid/clear driver's license is required.

Special Requirements:


Must be a U.S. person (i.e., U.S. citizen, non-U.S. citizen national, lawful permanent resident, asylee, or refugee) due to ITAR work in section.


Job Locations: San Antonio, Texas


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