Senior Loads & Aeroelasticity Engineer – Aerospace

Job summary

Reproduce historical aircraft loads, dynamics, aeroelasticity, aeroservoelasticity, and dynamic landing analyses in Siemens Simcenter Nastran, then correlate and validate results against certified MSC Nastran analyses. Support migration of analysis workflows, investigate discrepancies, document validated methodologies, and provide technical recommendations and knowledge transfer.

Job details

Senior Loads & Aeroelasticity Engineer - Aerospace Job Type: Contract Contract Duration: 6-12 months Location: Montreal, QC, Canada Work Arrangement: Hybrid Level: PA Level 3-4 Clearance: Controlled Goods clearance required Education: Bachelor's or Master's degree in Engineering Language: English required Position Overview We are seeking an experienced Senior Loads & Aeroelasticity Engineer to support a specialized aerospace engineering initiative focused on transitioning loads, dynamics, and aeroelasticity analysis processes from MSC Nastran to Siemens Simcenter Nastran. The primary objective of this role is to reproduce historical certification analyses previously performed using MSC tools, execute equivalent solution sequences within Siemens Simcenter Nastran, correlate and validate the results, and establish reliable replacement methodologies for future aircraft programs. This position requires strong hands-on experience in aircraft loads, structural dynamics, aeroelasticity, Nastran analysis, and finite element methods, along with the ability to investigate and document differences between legacy and new analysis environments. Key Responsibilities Loads, Dynamics & Aeroelasticity Analysis Reproduce historical aircraft loads, aeroelasticity, aeroservoelasticity, and dynamic landing analyses using Siemens Simcenter Nastran. Execute and validate NASTRAN SOL 103, SOL 112, SOL 144, SOL 145, and SOL 146 analyses. Compare Siemens Simcenter Nastran outputs against previously certified MSC Nastran results. Perform detailed correlation studies to identify, investigate, and explain differences between legacy and migrated analyses. Support analysis activities involving flutter, aeroservoelasticity (ASE), gust loads, TDG, PSD, and dynamic landing loads. MSC to Siemens Simcenter Nastran Migration Support the migration of established aerospace analysis processes from MSC Nastran to Siemens Simcenter Nastran. Reproduce and validate legacy workflows using the Siemens analysis environment. Update, adapt, and validate DMAP workflows where required. Evaluate differences in solution sequences, modeling assumptions, inputs, outputs, and numerical results. Develop technical recommendations for replacing MSC-based processes with validated Siemens Simcenter methodologies. Help establish repeatable processes that support long-term engineering use and future aircraft programs. Validation, Correlation & Certification Support Perform technical validation and correlation of migrated analysis methodologies against historical certification results. Evaluate analysis results for consistency, accuracy, and engineering acceptability. Investigate discrepancies and determine potential technical or methodological causes. Prepare technical memoranda, validation reports, correlation studies, and engineering documentation supporting methodology approval. Maintain traceability between historical analyses and replacement methodologies. Engineering Documentation & Knowledge Transfer Document validated workflows, assumptions, analysis approaches, limitations, and recommended practices. Provide technical knowledge transfer to internal engineering teams. Support the development of standardized methodologies for future loads, dynamics, and aeroelasticity analyses. Clearly communicate technical findings, discrepancies, risks, and recommendations to engineering stakeholders. Qualifications Education & Experience Bachelor's or Master's degree in Aerospace Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, or a related engineering discipline. Typically 5+ years of relevant aerospace engineering experience. Strong background in aircraft loads, structural dynamics, aeroelasticity, or certification analysis. Technical Expertise Candidates Should Have Strong Knowledge And Hands-on Experience With MSC Nastran Siemens Simcenter Nastran Nastran solution sequences, particularly SOL 103, 112, 144, 145, and 146 Aircraft loads and structural dynamics Aeroelasticity and flutter analysis Aeroservoelasticity (ASE) Gust-load analysis, including TDG and PSD methodologies Dynamic landing-load analysis Finite element methods and structural analysis DMAP Nastran OP2 output files Analysis correlation and validation Aerospace certification analysis and technical documentation Software & Engineering Tools Strong experience with MSC Nastran and Siemens Simcenter Nastran. Proficiency with MATLAB and/or Python for engineering analysis, automation, post-processing, and data comparison. Experience with MSC ADAMS or an equivalent multibody dynamics tool is considered an asset. Professional Skills Strong analytical and engineering problem-solving abilities. Ability to troubleshoot complex differences between analytical models, software environments, and numerical results. Strong attention to detail, particularly when validating certification-related analyses. Ability to independently investigate technical issues and develop defensible engineering recommendations. Strong technical writing and documentation skills. Ability to clearly communicate complex analytical results to engineering teams and technical stakeholders.

What you’ll do

Reproduce historical aircraft loads, dynamics, aeroelasticity, aeroservoelasticity, and dynamic landing analyses in Siemens Simcenter Nastran, then correlate and validate results against certified MSC Nastran analyses. Support migration of analysis workflows, investigate discrepancies, document validated methodologies, and provide technical recommendations and knowledge transfer.

Requirements

Requires a bachelor's or master's degree in aerospace, mechanical, or a related engineering discipline and typically at least five years of relevant aerospace experience. Candidates need hands-on expertise with MSC and Siemens Simcenter Nastran, aircraft loads and dynamics, aeroelasticity, specified Nastran solution sequences, DMAP, and MATLAB and/or Python.

Listed skills

• Python · Preferred
• Technical Documentation · Preferred

Other relevant skills

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• MSC Nastran
• Siemens Simcenter Nastran
• Aircraft Loads Analysis
• Structural Dynamics
• Aeroelasticity
• Flutter Analysis
• Aeroservoelasticity
• Gust-Load Analysis
• Dynamic Landing-Load Analysis
• Finite Element Methods
• DMAP
• MATLAB
• Python
• Analysis Correlation and Validation
• Certification Analysis
• Technical Documentation

Job areas

• Engineering
• Consulting

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