Contract Details
Position Type: Contract
Contract Duration: 8 months
Pay Rate: $83.00 / Hour (USD)
Work Authorization: Applicants must be authorized to work for ANY employer in the U.S. We are unable to sponsor or take over sponsorship of an employment Visa at this time.

Key Responsibilities
Perform strength assessments utilizing both classical analysis techniques and finite element analysis (FEA) for tooling and ground support equipment (GSE)
Document and review stress analyses to facilitate the release of engineering drawings and related documentation
Mentor tooling designers on best practices in stress, stability, and fracture analysis
Provide technical guidance on design concepts, including risk, cost, and performance trade-offs
Support cross-functional teams with input for design development, analysis, and trade studies
Lead conceptual and detailed analysis of tooling and equipment for the manufacture and assembly of structural components, mechanical/actuated systems, and hydraulic and fluid systems
Serve as the technical point of contact and responsible party for vendor-developed tooling projects

Required Skills
Experience creating and validating finite element models (FEMs) using Ansys or NX Simulation with Nastran
Proven experience of FEA using 1D, 2D & 3D elements with models containing weldments, machined parts, and weldments
Proficiency in generating free-body diagrams to calculate internal loads and reaction forces, and in simplifying and idealizing structural problems of varying complexity
Extensive experience analyzing steel and aluminum tooling, including machining fixtures and weldments using hand calculations
Proficiency in performing bolted joint hand calculations (bolt preload, joint stiffness, shear-tension interaction, insert pull-out, etc.)
Proficiency in performing welded joint hand calculations (required size, length, effective throat, direct and resultant stress, and failure modes)
Demonstrated ability to earn trust, maintain positive and professional relationships, and contribute to a culture of inclusion
Familiarity with applicable structural codes (AISC-360, ASME B30 & 31, ASME BTH-1, etc.)

Preferred Skills
Professional Engineer (PE) licensure
Proficiency with Creo and/or Siemens NX software
Strong customer focus and excellent communication skills
Demonstrated track record of successful project delivery
Ability to collaborate effectively within multidisciplinary teams
Self-motivated with the ability to manage multiple tasks and priorities simultaneously
Ability to clearly communicate analytical findings to both technical and non-technical audiences

Required Experience
At least 8 years of experience analyzing ground support equipment (GSE) or tooling in the automotive, aerospace, or similar industry

About the Client
This client is a leading organization in the aerospace and defense industry, supporting space exploration programs and advanced manufacturing operations across key aerospace hubs in the United States, including Kent, WA and Merritt Island, FL. The organization employs thousands of engineers, analysts, procurement specialists, and technical professionals who collaborate across complex, fast-paced programs involving structural components, ground support equipment, and government contracting. Roles span structural analysis, tooling design, procurement, and program management, with teams working to the highest aerospace quality standards.

About GTT
GTT is a minority-owned staffing firm and a subsidiary of Chenega Corporation, a Native American-owned company in Alaska. We highly value diverse and inclusive workplaces and support Fortune 500 organizations across banking, financial services, technology, life sciences, biotech, utilities, and retail sectors throughout the U.S. and Canada.

Job Number: 26-08113 Industry: Data & Analytics

Structural Analyst

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