Structural Analysis Section Manager
Core
Provide functional leadership for the Structural Analysis organization (Stress Analysis, Loads & Dynamics, Structural Verification/Test) to support human spaceflight programs and orbital settlement infrastructure.
Role type
Senior IC structural analysis section manager
Builds
Structural analysis products, tools, and standards for commercial human spaceflight and orbital settlement programs
Domain
Aerospace engineering / Human spaceflight
Deliverable
production ML models | product features | dashboards & analysis | research | client delivery | infrastructure | physical/clinical work
Required skills
Structural analysis, loads and dynamics, structural testing and verification, mechanical analysis, workforce planning, resource planning, technical governance, quality audits, mentoring, budget management, schedule management, configuration control
Preferred skills
MS in Aerospace/Mechanical/Structural Engineering, PMP certification, human spaceflight program support, NASA standards familiarity, multi-disciplinary organization leadership, configuration management systems
Technologies
Nastran, FEMAP, Simcenter 3D, MATLAB, Python
Responsibilities
Lead personnel assignments and priorities across multiple programs; Develop and execute section staffing strategies; Maintain labor forecasts, staffing plans, and budget inputs; Partner with program managers to balance priorities and manage risks; Serve as escalation point for technical issues and staffing conflicts; Track and communicate section performance against budget and schedule; Establish and enforce section workflows and review gates; Conduct quality audits and support design/readiness reviews; Develop and maintain technical capabilities and automation solutions; Conduct employee performance evaluations and career development discussions
Seniority
Senior, hands-on IC with management responsibilities