CAE Engineer – Structural & Thermomechanical Analysis
Core
Perform structural and thermomechanical analysis for space propulsion components and systems using FEM simulations to ensure reliability in extreme environments.
Role type
CAE Engineer (Structural & Thermomechanical Analysis)
Builds
Mechanical and thermal designs for mission-critical space propulsion products
Domain
Aerospace / Space Propulsion
Deliverable
production ML models | product features | dashboards & analysis | research | client delivery | infrastructure | physical/clinical work
Required skills
Finite Element Method (FEM), structural analysis, static/dynamic/thermal assessment, engineering simulation tools (Ansys, Nastran, Abaqus), material behavior analysis
Preferred skills
Thermomechanical simulations, heat transfer, multiphysics analysis, verification and validation (V&V), test correlation
Technologies
Ansys, Nastran, Abaqus
Responsibilities
Perform FEM simulations and structural analyses of components and systems; Conduct static, dynamic, thermal, and thermomechanical assessments; Evaluate designs subjected to extreme thermal and mechanical environments; Support thermal design activities and verification of engineering requirements; Collaborate with design, systems, manufacturing, and test engineers; Contribute to validation activities and correlation between simulations and test results; Document and communicate analysis methodologies, assumptions, and results
Seniority
Mid-level IC (1-5 years preferred)