Engineer II, Structural Analysis (R4952)
Core
Structural analysis and testing of advanced UAV airframe structures and components to ensure integrity, weight, and safety.
Role type
Mid-level IC structural analysis engineer (aerospace)
Builds
Lightweight, high-performance UAV aircraft and airframe components
Domain
Defense technology / Aerospace engineering
Deliverable
production ML models | product features | dashboards & analysis | research | client delivery | infrastructure | physical/clinical work
Required skills
Finite element analysis (FEA), hand calculations, composite materials knowledge, mechanical testing methods, data analysis, structural loads analysis
Preferred skills
Aircraft structural design, UAV airframe development, modal analysis, CAD software, PLM tools, aerospace certification processes
Technologies
ANSYS, NASTRAN, HyperWorks, MATLAB, Python, Excel, NX, SolidWorks, Teamcenter
Responsibilities
Build and refine finite element models (FEM) for UAV components; Perform static, modal, fatigue, and vibration analyses; Conduct hand calculations to validate FEA results; Optimize airframe structures for weight, strength, and manufacturability; Support development of structural validation test plans; Analyze flight telemetry and structural test data; Define load cases, material properties, and design margins; Document and present structural analysis reports; Collaborate with cross-functional teams on structural requirements.
Seniority
Mid-level, hands-on IC
