Finite Element Analysis Engineer

At Ensign-Bickford Aerospace & Defense Company (EBAD), we believe that our strengths are built on our most important resource - our people. Join EBAD and you'll be a part of a team who creates cutting edge technology that will blast us into the future. No other company can match the innovative energetic solutions that we provide. At EBAD you will actively contribute to successful missions putting men, women and satellites into space, and protecting our armed service men and women around the world. If this is the culture and work environment you are seeking, then EBAD is the place for you! Job Description The Finite Element Analysis (FEA) Engineer will perform thermal, dynamic, structural, and functional modeling of energetic components and systems in support of design and development of aerospace and defense programs. Roles and Responsibilities: Develop analytical models to assess the ability of EBAD products to meet functional requirements.Envision and assess alternate concepts to meet functional requirementsSupporting project and operations teams by providing expert level assistanceSupport existing products and product upgradesParticipate in root cause and failure analysis of challenging problems Requirements: The successful candidate must have a BS/MS in an engineering discipline and a minimum of 3 years design and/or analysis of aerospace and defense products.Strong background in Finite Element AnalysisDemonstrated experience performing analytical modeling and evaluation of component level designsPerform detailed design analyses and present results to customers in support of design reviewsStrong written, verbal and presentation skills for interaction with various levels of managementStrong follow through and ability to work with Engineers to develop analytical models in support of product development, testing, and failure investigations.Proficient with Microsoft office suite softwareMust be able to read and interpret technical product drawings Desired Skills: Extensive experience in ANSYS Workbench environment, particularly with structural, vibration, and dynamics modulesExperience with SolidWorks preferredAdvanced degree in Mechanical Engineering preferredExperience with energetic materials preferredAbility to perform explicit dynamic analyses preferredKnowledge of space vehicle mechanisms and designs is preferred. Ensign-Bickford Aerospace & Defense Company is an Equal Opportunity Employer (EOE). Qualified applicants are considered for employment without regard to race, religion, color, sex, age, disability, sexual orientation, genetic information, national origin, or veteran status.