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Structures Design Engineer
Accepting applicationsDAHER · Sandpoint, ID
Full-Time Mid_senior Aiaiaterfsic
Posted
28 May
Category
Test
Experience
Mid_senior
Country
United States
Who are we?
As an aircraft manufacturer, industrialist, industrial service provider and logistician, Daher currently has approximately 14,500 employees and achieved a revenue of 1.9 billion euros in 2025. With its family ownership, Daher has been focused on innovation since its creation in 1863. With locations in 15 countries across Europe, North America and Asia, Daher designs and develops value-added solutions for its aeronautical and industrial customers and partners
Daher's Sandpoint, Idaho site is a key U.S. aircraft manufacturing and support location specializing in the hand built production of the Kodiak aircraft family. The facility supports final assembly, painting, inspection, maintenance, repair, and overhaul (MRO) activities for the Kodiak 100 and Kodiak 900, serving commercial, multi mission, and public service customers worldwide. In addition to manufacturing, the site provides comprehensive aircraft maintenance, technical support, and quality oversight, ensuring compliance with FAA regulations and customer requirements, while continuing to expand production capabilities and reinforcing its role as a center of excellence for rugged, mission ready turboprop aircraft within Daher's global network.
We're looking for a Structures Aircraft Design Engineer to join our Product Engineering team and support the type design of all Kodiak aircraft. This role spans production support, fleet sustainment, and new product development, working in compliance with 14 CFR Part 23.
What You'll Do
Support aircraft production through manufacturability improvements and non‑conformance substantiation
Develop and release 3D CAD models and engineering drawings
Perform structural analysis to validate design changes and repairs
Investigate and resolve structural issues from the field
Develop customer‑driven design improvements and structural repairs
Contribute to new aircraft models and future product development
Collaborate cross‑functionally with Manufacturing, Certification, and Engineering teams
What We're Looking For
Bachelor's degree in Aerospace, Mechanical, or related Engineering
5+ years of aerospace industry experience
Strong background in aircraft structures and certification (14 CFR Part 23)
CAD expertise (Siemens NX preferred)
Proven experience with classical structural analysis methods
Strong communication, analytical, and problem‑solving skills
Preferred Experience
FEA tools and methods
FAA/EASA delegation experience
Composite and metallic structural repairs
Aircraft manufacturing and certification support
PLM systems (Teamcenter preferred)
Why Join Kodiak Aircraft
At Kodiak Aircraft, quality and safety are foundational to everything we do. You'll work alongside dedicated professionals who are passionate about aviation excellence, innovation, and continuous improvement. We offer an opportunity to make a direct impact on the safety, reliability, and performance of our aircraft.
Information related to the position:
The compensation range is $80,000 to $95,000 base salary plus an annual target bonus. Any prospective offer will take into account the overall experience the successful candidate brings to the role. Offers to selected candidates will be made on a fair and equitable basis, taking into account specific job-related skills and experience. At Daher, your total rewards package is more than just your base salary as we offer a full benefit package including Medical, Dental, Vision, 401(k), Life insurance, Short- and Long-Term Disability, Paid Time Off, Paid Holidays and more.
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As an aircraft manufacturer, industrialist, industrial service provider and logistician, Daher currently has approximately 14,500 employees and achieved a revenue of 1.9 billion euros in 2025. With its family ownership, Daher has been focused on innovation since its creation in 1863. With locations in 15 countries across Europe, North America and Asia, Daher designs and develops value-added solutions for its aeronautical and industrial customers and partners
Daher's Sandpoint, Idaho site is a key U.S. aircraft manufacturing and support location specializing in the hand built production of the Kodiak aircraft family. The facility supports final assembly, painting, inspection, maintenance, repair, and overhaul (MRO) activities for the Kodiak 100 and Kodiak 900, serving commercial, multi mission, and public service customers worldwide. In addition to manufacturing, the site provides comprehensive aircraft maintenance, technical support, and quality oversight, ensuring compliance with FAA regulations and customer requirements, while continuing to expand production capabilities and reinforcing its role as a center of excellence for rugged, mission ready turboprop aircraft within Daher's global network.
We're looking for a Structures Aircraft Design Engineer to join our Product Engineering team and support the type design of all Kodiak aircraft. This role spans production support, fleet sustainment, and new product development, working in compliance with 14 CFR Part 23.
What You'll Do
Support aircraft production through manufacturability improvements and non‑conformance substantiation
Develop and release 3D CAD models and engineering drawings
Perform structural analysis to validate design changes and repairs
Investigate and resolve structural issues from the field
Develop customer‑driven design improvements and structural repairs
Contribute to new aircraft models and future product development
Collaborate cross‑functionally with Manufacturing, Certification, and Engineering teams
What We're Looking For
Bachelor's degree in Aerospace, Mechanical, or related Engineering
5+ years of aerospace industry experience
Strong background in aircraft structures and certification (14 CFR Part 23)
CAD expertise (Siemens NX preferred)
Proven experience with classical structural analysis methods
Strong communication, analytical, and problem‑solving skills
Preferred Experience
FEA tools and methods
FAA/EASA delegation experience
Composite and metallic structural repairs
Aircraft manufacturing and certification support
PLM systems (Teamcenter preferred)
Why Join Kodiak Aircraft
At Kodiak Aircraft, quality and safety are foundational to everything we do. You'll work alongside dedicated professionals who are passionate about aviation excellence, innovation, and continuous improvement. We offer an opportunity to make a direct impact on the safety, reliability, and performance of our aircraft.
Information related to the position:
The compensation range is $80,000 to $95,000 base salary plus an annual target bonus. Any prospective offer will take into account the overall experience the successful candidate brings to the role. Offers to selected candidates will be made on a fair and equitable basis, taking into account specific job-related skills and experience. At Daher, your total rewards package is more than just your base salary as we offer a full benefit package including Medical, Dental, Vision, 401(k), Life insurance, Short- and Long-Term Disability, Paid Time Off, Paid Holidays and more.
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