2027 Electronic Component Structural Analysis Engineer

aero; El Segundo (CA); On-site; USD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

The Aerospace Corporation in El Segundo, CA seeks an Electronic Component Structural Analysis Engineer Sr. Member of Technical Staff to apply solid mechanics and FEA to electronics packaging and space hardware.

You will perform design and analysis across project phases and coordinate tests. Ideal candidates have a PhD in mechanical or aerospace engineering, experience with finite element analyses, travel up to 20%, and the ability to obtain security clearance.

Qualifications

• PhD in mechanical engineering, aerospace engineering, or related field (pursuing or conferred within last 12 months).
• 0–1 year of industry experience.
• Experience performing finite element analyses.
• Experience with structural mechanics incl. elasticity, plasticity, and fatigue.
• Willingness to travel ~20% to domestic or international sites.
• Ability to obtain and maintain a U.S. security clearance (U.S. citizenship).

Responsibilities

• Identify, evaluate, and resolve structural design and test issues for electronics components.
• Coordinate detailed structural analyses to identify failure mechanisms and modes.
• Develop design/analysis criteria, requirements, and specs across design phases.
• Develop and coordinate test plans, procedures, and success criteria for structural tests.
• Monitor budgets and resource allocations; coordinate with other disciplines.
• Inform management and customers of technical issues and recommend actions.
• Maintain and advance skills in linear/non-linear finite element methods and thermo-mechanical analysis.

Skills

Communication

Teamwork

Project management

Adaptability

Interpersonal skills

Education

PhD in mechanical/aerospace engineering (or related field)

Job description

The Aerospace Corporation is the trusted partner to the nation's space programs, solving the hardest problems and providing unmatched technical expertise. As the operator of a federally funded research and development center (FFRDC), we are broadly engaged across all aspects of space- delivering innovative solutions that span satellite, launch, ground, and cyber systems for defense, civil and commercial customers. When you join our team, you’ll be part of a special collection of problem solvers, thought leaders, and innovators. Join us and take your place in space.

The Vehicle Systems Division (VSD) sits at the center of the ideas and data behind current and future systems supplying innovative research and development; technical evaluations during the acquisition process; conceptual and detailed design; assembly, integration, and test; and operational support. Comprised primarily of highly-trained mechanical and aerospace engineers, VSD provides national expertise in the areas of vehicle engineering; guidance, navigation, and controls; robotics; electro-mechanical devices; embedded systems; fluid mechanics; propulsion; thermal control; mechanisms; structures; structural dynamics; and dynamic environments.

The Component Analysis and Space Structures (CASS) section is within the Structures Department of VSD. Our growing team is seeking a well-qualified Electronic Component Structural Analysis Engineer (Sr. Member of Technical Staff - Aeronautical and Aerospace Structural Engineering) with a strong foundation in solid mechanics, practical experience in structural analysis using both hand calculations and finite element analysis techniques, a passion for the space industry, and a desire to apply their expertise and creativity to help solve a variety of technical challenges. The CASS section has insight into the structural integrity of space vehicle hardware of all sizes being developed across the aerospace industry and develops technical assessments to help inform customer decisions. Hardware includes electronics packaging, electronics assemblies, solar array components, harnesses and antennas.

The selected candidate will be required to work full-time, on-site at our facility in El Segundo, CA.

What You’ll Be Doing

• Identify, evaluate, and resolve structural design and test issues for electronics components and coordinate detailed structural analyses to identify failure mechanisms and modes
• Develop design and analysis criteria, requirements, and specifications and assess structural/mechanical designs and development plans during multiple design phases
• Develop and coordinate test plans, procedures, and success criteria for structural test programs
• Monitor and assist in the development of budgets and resource allocations. Determine scope of work and coordinate with relevant disciplines
• Proactively inform management and customers of perceived technical problems and recommend courses of action. Coordinate with inter-organizational personnel, program offices, and customers to resolve technical issues
• Maintain and advance skills in structural mechanics analysis, such as linear and non-linear finite element analysis methods, and coupled thermal-mechanical analysis methods
• Maintain and advance knowledge in the development, analysis, and verification of electronic packaging and knowledge of structural design criteria in combination with structural test methods
• Provide timely technical recommendation to line management and customers through technical briefings and reports
• Duties, responsibilities and activities may change, or new ones may be assigned as needed

What Corporate Skills You’ll Bring

• Strong written and oral communication skills
• Must work well in a team environment
• Possess organizational, time management and project management skills
• Demonstrate flexibility and ability to adapt to changing organizational need
• Interpersonal skills to coordinate efforts and work with other internal and external organizations

What You Need to be Successful

Minimum Requirements for Sr. Member of the Technical Staff:

• Ph.D. degree from an accredited college/university program in mechanical engineering, aerospace engineering, or a related technical field (pursuing or conferred within last 12 months)
• 0-1 year of industry experience
• Experience performing finite element analyses
• Experience or coursework in structural mechanics such as elasticity, plasticity, nonlinear materials, plates and shells, energy methods, finite element methods, fracture, and fatigue
• Experience with the design, qualification, and testing of aerospace structural components and systems
• Willingness to travel occasionally to work locations or customer sites (approximately 20%), domestically or internationally
• This position requires the ability to obtain and maintain a security clearance, which is issued by the U.S. government. U.S. citizenship is required to obtain a security clearance

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