Sr. Specialist, Structures Engineer

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About the role

We are seeking an experienced Sr. Specialist, Structures Engineer to support the RS-25 rocket engine program. In this role, you will perform RS-25 component structural analysis in support of flight, test, and fabrication at our Propulsion Systems facility in Canoga Park, CA.

Responsibilities

• Provide structural design guidance, scope analysis efforts, and perform detailed structural analyses for RS-25 component NCRs.
• Assess the product’s ability to satisfy internal structural requirements as well as those flowed by the customer.
• Report status and results of analysis tasks at design and program reviews.
• Prepare detailed technical reports documenting all analysis activities, present results at program reviews, and prepare technical documentation.
• Apply technical expertise to directly contribute to the performance of the team relative to dispositioning NCRs.
• Complete assigned responsibilities in a manner that significantly impacts programs, improving overall performance and capabilities.

Requirements

• Ability to obtain a US LEVEL security clearance.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree in Mechanical, Structures, or Aerospace Engineering or related field and a minimum of 6 years of prior relevant experience.
• Graduate Degree in Mechanical, Structures, or Aerospace Engineering or related field and a minimum of 4 years of prior related experience.
• In lieu of a degree, a minimum of 10 years of prior related experience.

Skills

• High proficiency in utilization of ANSYS Finite Element Analysis software.

Pay

The salary range for this role in California is $102,000 - $189,000. This is not a guarantee of compensation or salary, as final offer amount may vary based on factors including but not limited to experience and geographic location.

Benefits

• Health and disability insurance.
• 401(k) match.
• Flexible spending accounts.
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP).
• Education assistance.
• Parental leave.
• Paid time off and company-paid holidays.

The specific programs and options available to an employee may vary depending on date of hire, schedule type, and the applicability of collective bargaining agreements.

Schedule

9/80: Employees work 9 out of every 14 days – totaling 80 hours worked – and have every other Friday off.