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Sr Stress Engineer

Mirabel, QC
On-site
Posted Sep 19, 2026
1 position

$113,000–$163,000 / year

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Employment type: Full-time
Experience level: Lead · 10+ years
Minimum education: Bachelor’s degree
Apply by: Oct 16, 2026
Posting language: English
Working hours: 40 hours per week
Seniority: Not Applicable
Application method: Direct apply is available

Job summary

The Sr Stress Engineer will lead structural analysis and validation for aeronautical projects while providing technical leadership to engineering teams. They are responsible for ensuring compliance with airworthiness standards and mentoring junior analysts to support project goals.

Job details

Participate in the validation of aeronautical structures for both commercial projects (new product development, missionization, systems integration) and military projects (maintaining operational availability, repairs, compliance with airworthiness requirements). Provide technical leadership and manage tasks related to the analysis and validation of aeronautical structures. The incumbent will work closely with other engineering teams, program managers, and customers (internal and external) to ensure compliance with performance, safety, and cost requirements. Essential Functions: • Lead static, fatigue, and damage tolerance analyses on aircraft components using classical and finite element methods • Validate mechanical designs in collaboration with design and manufacturing teams • Approve analysis reports and technical assumptions • Plan, prioritize, and monitor progress of analysis tasks • Mentor junior analysts, share best practices and technical knowledge, and support skill development • Ensure compliance with aerospace standards and program requirements • Participate in feasibility studies and technical proposals for civilian and military customers • Collaborate with fleet management teams to plan interventions and ensure operational availability Qualifications: Bachelor's degree in mechanical or aerospace engineering, or equivalent experience required Minimum of ten (10) years of relevant aerospace experience In-depth knowledge of structural analysis of metallic and composite materials Proficiency in one or more of the following software: NASTRAN, PATRAN, or other finite element tools, plus WORD and EXCEL Knowledge of MATLAB, VBA, and Python is an asset Bilingualism required (French and English), with ability to write technical reports in English Ability to work effectively in teams and multidisciplinary group. Strong task prioritization in high-pressure environments and adherence to tight deadlines Analytical mindset, resourcefulness, and commitment to customer satisfaction Technical leadership and ability to mentor less experienced engineers, while promoting knowledge sharing and skill development Compensation: $113,000/yr to $163,000/yr Exact compensation may vary based on several factors, including skills, experience, and education. We may use artificial intelligence tools to assist with the screening, assessment, or selection of potential applicants for this position. Vacancy: This posting is for a currently vacant role, and the successful candidate will be hired into an existing open position.

What you’ll do

Requirements

Candidates must possess a bachelor's degree in mechanical or aerospace engineering and at least ten years of relevant aerospace experience. Proficiency in structural analysis software and bilingualism in French and English are required.