Public engineering firm profile
Wichita, KS
Structural Analysis and Optimization for the Aircraft Industry
McGettrick Structural Engineering, Inc. is a structural analysis and optimization practice serving the aircraft industry. Operating for two decades, the practice specializes in finite element analysis using FEMAP and NX/NASTRAN, supporting clients with structural analysis of new aircraft designs, interior monuments, STC modifications, and major repairs. It provides FAA Structural and Loads DER services across Parts 23 and 25, working in both metal and composite primary structures.
Analysis of primary aircraft structures in metal and composites to evaluate structural integrity and performance.
Advanced structural modeling to analyze complex stresses and mechanical behaviors.
Evaluations of operational, flight, and ground loads acting on aircraft structures.
Designated Engineering Representative services to support structural and load certification.
Design development and technical documentation for aircraft repairs and modifications.
Adam Aircraft Inc. | Aerospace
Performed static strength, buckling stability, and modal analysis of all-composite M500 Carbon Aero, along with structural DER support for the certification program.
View project sourceCentury Aerospace Corporation | Aerospace
Conducted structural analysis and finite element modeling of the Century Jet wing and fuselage.
View project sourceCessna Aircraft | Aerospace
Performed structural analysis and design sizing of landing gear components, as well as analysis of the CJ3 windshield.
View project sourceAltitude Group | Aerospace
Developed loads and structural analysis reports covering the wing, empennage, landing gear, engine mount, and fuselage.
View project sourceHawker Beechcraft | Aerospace
Provided structural certification of the RH Fwd Galley, including submittal of test plans, witnessing of structural tests for panel pins, inserts, and full-scale galley, and finite element validation.
View project sourceChief Engineer
PE, FAA DER
Michael McGettrick has over 30 years of experience in the aircraft industry. He is a licensed Professional Engineer in Aeronautical/Aerospace in the state of Kansas, as well as an FAA Structures and Loads DER. Prior to establishing the practice, he spent seven years at Beech Aircraft gaining fundamental knowledge of composites and metal aircraft design, manufacturing, and repair. He holds both a Bachelor of Science and a Master of Science in Aeronautical Engineering from Wichita State University and is an IFR and Commercial rated pilot.