Sr. Stress Engineer

Responsibilities

• Reviews, updates, and compiles engineering analytical definitions of structural components and assemblies based on records from the prototype build project, flight test and on-going operations.
• Develops standardized analysis criteria and templates.
• Plays an integral role in the workflow release process for all structural designs.
• Affords assistance in reviewing manufacturing plans and procedures to ensure compliance with design and loads requirements.
• Supports the creation of structural test plans which will be used to verify manufacturing processes that meet design intent and requirements.
• Solves problems with a balance of technical product, cost, and schedule.
• Determines technical objectives of assignments and makes decisions and recommendations that are recognized as authoritative.
• Maintains current knowledge of developments in the field of specialty and/or other related spacecraft innovations to improve quality and effectiveness of product.
• Supports the creation of structural test plans which will be used to verify manufacturing processes that meet design intent and requirements.
• Solves problems with a balance of technical product, cost, and schedule.
• Determines technical objectives of assignments and makes decisions and recommendations that are recognized as authoritative.
• Maintains current knowledge of developments in the field of specialty and/or other related spacecraft innovations to improve quality and effectiveness of product.
• Supports the company strategy by holding ourselves and one another accountable for getting the work done.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s Degree in related field; and /or combination of education and work experience is required, Master’s degrees is helpful, but not required with industry experience.
• Minimum 8 years of applicable experience in the analysis of structural systems using strength of materials and finite element-based methods.
• Relevant mechanical design and manufacturing experience preferably focused on or within aerospace.
• Experience in aircraft or spacecraft composite fabrication, design, and analysis processes.
• Experience with 3D Modeling and Drafting with 3D.
• Experience, CATIA V5, or similar packages, some familiarity with SolidWorks is helpful.
• Experience with NASTRAN, Hypersizer, and other Stress Analysis tools.
• Familiarity with space flight vehicles, rocket propulsion systems, and components.
• Experience with Product Lifecycle Management tools (PLM software) and configuration management.
• Excellent Organizational Skills and problem-solving skills.
• Strong team player.
• Must be able to communicate effectively orally and in writing.
• Competency using basic functions of the MS Office suite of tools.
• Knowledge and experience with AS9100 a plus.
• Knowledge of FAA part 25 FARs a plus.
• Ability to communicate in a manner that is timely, respectful, and open to other ideas.

Qualifications

• Experience with vehicle instrumentation for flight test and health monitoring a plus.
• Experience with composite vehicles is a plus.
• Strong mechanical attitude working with kinematic models and flight hardware, hands on work, related hobbies a plus.

Skills

• Experience with vehicle instrumentation for flight test and health monitoring a plus.
• Experience with composite vehicles is a plus.
• Strong mechanical attitude working with kinematic models and flight hardware, hands on work, related hobbies a plus.

Pay

The annual U.S. base salary range for this full-time position is $108,871.00–$166,036.00. The base pay actually offered will vary depending on job-related knowledge, skills, location, and experience and take into account internal equity. Other forms of pay (e.g., bonus or long term incentive) may be provided as part of the compensation package, in addition to a full range of medical, financial, and other benefits, dependent on the position offered.

Benefits

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