Damage Tolerance Analysis (DTA) Engineer

Job Title: Damage Tolerance Analysis (DTA) Engineer Location: Monteal, Quebec, Canada Job Summary: We are seeking a highly skilled Damage Tolerance Analysis Engineer to support Repair Engineering activities. The role involves conducting comprehensive structural integrity assessments to ensure aircraft repairs comply with safety and regulatory requirements. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in structural analysis, fatigue & fracture mechanics, and aerospace engineering principles. Key Responsibilities: • Review & Analyze Inputs: Evaluate -provided data, including damage details and repair solutions. • Damage Identification: Locate and map damage within aircraft structural drawings. • Crack Growth Assessment: Identify potential crack propagation scenarios and their structural implications. • Structural Impact Analysis: Assess the effect of damage and repairs on Structural Significant Items (SSIs) and Principal Structural Elements (PSEs). • Section Property Calculations: Determine section properties at damage locations to support analysis. • Residual Strength Analysis: Conduct residual strength evaluations to ensure compliance with airworthiness requirements. • Crack Growth Analysis: Perform crack propagation analysis using tools. • Inspection Planning: Define inspection thresholds, repeat intervals, and appropriate inspection methods to ensure long-term structural integrity. Required Qualifications & Skills: • Educational Background: Bachelor's or Master’s degree in Aerospace Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, or a related field. • Technical Expertise: o Strong understanding of fatigue and fracture mechanics. o Experience with Damage Tolerance Analysis methodologies. o Familiarity with Airbus structural analysis processes. o Hands-on experience with analysis tools. • Analytical & Problem-Solving Skills: Ability to assess complex structural problems and propose effective solutions. • Regulatory Knowledge: Understanding of FAA/EASA certification requirements for structural repairs. • Communication & Collaboration: Ability to work with cross-functional teams and effectively communicate technical findings.

The engineer will conduct structural integrity assessments and crack growth analyses to ensure aircraft repairs meet safety and regulatory standards. Responsibilities include defining inspection thresholds and evaluating the impact of damage on principal structural elements.

Candidates must hold a Bachelor's or Master's degree in Aerospace or Mechanical Engineering with strong expertise in fatigue and fracture mechanics. Proficiency in Damage Tolerance Analysis methodologies and familiarity with FAA/EASA certification requirements are required.

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• Damage Tolerance Analysis
• Fatigue and Fracture Mechanics
• Structural Integrity Assessment
• Crack Growth Analysis
• Residual Strength Analysis
• Inspection Planning
• Aerospace Engineering
• Airbus Structural Analysis
• FAA/EASA Certification
• Structural Impact Analysis

• Engineering
• Transportation
• Manufacturing
• Consulting

Minimum education

Bachelor’s degree

Minimum experience

5+ years

Apply by

Sep 25, 2026

Posting language

English

Working hours

40 hours per week

Seniority

Mid-Senior level

Application method

Direct apply is available