Senior Finite Element Vehicle Architect
Core
Building and managing vehicle systems-level Finite Element Models for human-rated space stations to support structural dynamics analysis and design optimization.
Role type
Senior IC structural dynamics engineer (FEA)
Builds
FEA models of vehicle level systems and space station programs
Domain
Aerospace / Space Infrastructure
Required skills
FEA software proficiency (Femap/Nastran, Abaqus, Ansys), structural mechanics fundamentals, dynamic response prediction, structural sizing optimization
Preferred skills
Spacecraft lifecycle experience, Nastran expertise, FEA automation, design load cycle knowledge, spacecraft analysis standards (NASA-STD-5001)
Technologies
Femap, Nastran, Abaqus, Ansys
Responsibilities
Create and maintain FEA models of vehicle level systems and space station program; Perform structural dynamics analysis for strength, mass, and cost optimization; Collaborate with design engineers on dynamics and static analysis methods; Communicate with design organization to ensure vehicle prediction models match design intent; Expand company capability in analysis through validating and establishing methods and practices; Work with hardware owners and test engineering to plan and execute vibration tests
Seniority
Senior, hands-on IC