Spacecraft Structures Analyst (Opto-Mechanical Focus)
Core
Develop robust spacecraft hardware and optical payloads through full lifecycle structural analysis, testing, and risk management.
Role type
Senior IC spacecraft structures analyst (opto-mechanical focus)
Builds
LEO satellite constellations and optical payloads
Domain
Aerospace / Space Systems / Opto-mechanics
Deliverable
production ML models | product features | dashboards & analysis | research | client delivery | infrastructure | physical/clinical work
Required skills
Finite element analysis (FEA), structural test execution, root cause analysis, coupled loads analysis, risk vs. cost decision making, engineering standards definition, Python/Matlab/Julia/C/C++/Fortran
Preferred skills
Opto-mechanical system analysis, mechanical design, spacecraft design, instrument design, electronic instrumentation (DAQ, signal processing), force limiting principles
Technologies
FEMAP, ANSYS, Python, Matlab, Julia, C, C++, Fortran
Responsibilities
Perform linear and nonlinear static, modal, frequency, and random response analyses; correlate models to test data; define dynamic environments; scoping and executing structural tests; plan and execute post-test analysis; establish engineering standards and tools; make make vs. buy trade-offs; create quick concepts for early design phases.
Seniority
Senior, hands-on IC with leadership potential