Senior FEA and Shock Engineer

Job Responsibilities

• You are expected to work independently or collaboratively as part of an integrated project team, using judgment and discretion in making complex decisions.
• You will act as a SME and mentor to more junior colleagues.
• You will execute shock analysis on large assemblies, including:
• Static Analysis
• Transient Dynamic Analysis
• Shock Spectra Response Analysis
• US NAVY dynamic design analysis method, DDAM (T9070-AJ-DPC-120/3010)
• Linear and non-linear contact analysis
• Normal Mode Analysis
• Forces Response Analysis
• You will design for EHS and manufacturability and demonstrate this skillset in support of manufacturing and field activities.

Qualifications

• Minimum Qualifications: Bachelor of Science degree from a 4-year accredited college or university in Mechanical Engineering or other suitable degree with a minimum of 5 years of experience in evaluating stresses, deflections and relative deflections of turbo machinery assemblies, large rotating machinery assemblies (e.g., motors and or generators) and type components such as rotors, stators, turbine casings, and bases.
• Expert knowledge of MIL-S-901D IC2, MIL-DTL-901, familiarity with shock and vibration testing and experience working with various shock and vibration testing facilities.
• Expert experience with the ANSYS Mechanical (Workbench) finite element analysis (FEA) software.
• Demonstrated excellence applying fundamentals of mechanical design, including material selection.
• Proven experience individually driving the product development cycle from concept to qualified / fielded systems.
• Experience with system-level thinking and system engineering principles/methods
• Experience with the design and analysis of large welded fabrications and complex rotating assemblies.
• You must be a US citizen and be able to pass screening for a security clearance.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience with the development of rotating machinery and associated manufacturing drawings.
• Familiarity with the full manufacturing process including casting, forging, welding, machining, and factory assembly best practices.
• Experience with ANSYS ADPL (ANSYS Classic)
• Proficient with Computer Aided Design (CAD) Tools (Siemens NX and/or Solidworks preferred).
• Experience with MSC family of analysis and pre/post software: NASTRAN / PATRAN / APEX
• Experience with various available shock and vibration analysis supporting programs: UERD, SIMPLE, etc.
• Experience with Program Management tools (MS Project preferred) and/or agile Project Management tools- (Jira preferred).
• Experience with execution of projects for the US military.
• Active security clearance.

Benefits

The salary range for this position is $99,740-$159,028. This range reflects the good faith estimate of pay the employer is willing to offer at the time of posting. Several factors can influence the pay scale, including but not limited to: Federal contract labor categories and contract wage rates, collective bargaining agreements, geographic location, business considerations, scope, and responsibilities of the position, local or other applicable market conditions, and internal equity. Other factors include the candidate’s qualifications such as prior work experience, specific skills and competencies, education/training, and certifications.

In addition to base pay, employees may be eligible for: annual performance-based bonuses, equity awards, and overtime pay (for non-exempt employees as applicable. Our benefits package includes comprehensive health insurance (medical, dental, vision), employer matching 401(k) retirement plan, paid time off including vacation, holidays, and sick leave (including ant state-mandated paid sick leave), parental leave benefits, tuition reimbursement, professional development support, and life and disability insurance coverage.

Taking care of our people is a top priority at Leonardo DRS. We are proud to offer competitive salaries and comprehensive benefits, including medical, dental, and vision coverage, a company contribution to a health savings account, telemedicine, life and disability insurance, legal insurance, and a 401(k) savings plan. We champion wellness programs that focus on physical, emotional, and financial well-being. We develop our talent by offering programs and activities to support career-growth, professional development, and skill enhancement. And we understand there is more to life than work, and the importance of offering flexible work schedules with our 9/80 program, competitive vacation, health/emergency leave, paid parental leave, and community service hours.

*Some employees are eligible for limited benefits only

Leonardo DRS, Inc. and its subsidiaries provide equal opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibit discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws.