Structural Analyst III
Core
Design, analyze, and optimize complex engine components and assemblies for reusable space vehicles, focusing on structural integrity and failure modes.
Role type
Senior IC structural analyst (aerospace propulsion)
Builds
Reusable rocket engines and propulsion systems for commercial, civil, national security, and human spaceflight
Domain
Aerospace engineering / Propulsion systems
Deliverable
production ML models | product features | dashboards & analysis | research | client delivery | infrastructure | physical/clinical work
Required skills
Finite element analysis (FEA), hand calculations, structural mechanics, failure mode analysis, scripting (Python/Matlab/VBA/Fortran), rotating machinery analysis, welded/bolted joint analysis
Preferred skills
High-temperature material properties, CAD (NX/CATIA), API Codes, design for manufacturing, Agentic AI
Technologies
ANSYS Workbench, Nastran, Abaqus, LS-Dyna, NX, CATIA
Responsibilities
Lead structural analysis of rotating and static components through design and validation; Complete detailed hand calculations and FEA to evaluate strength, fatigue, and creep; Collaborate on trade studies to optimize design performance; Document stress analysis to support engineering drawing release; Improve enterprise analysis capabilities via process automation tools; Support test plan development to verify requirements
Seniority
Senior, hands-on IC