Aerospace Structural Analysis Engineer

Kratos Unmanned Systems; Sacramento (CA); On-site; USD 85,000 - 170,000; Full time

Job summary

Kratos Defense & Security Solutions, Inc. seeks a Structural Analysis Engineer to perform sizing and layout for unmanned composite aircraft and related ground support equipment.

You will conduct loads development, FEM analysis, aeroelastic evaluations, and weight optimization under guidance from senior engineers. Responsibilities include creating drawings and specifications, participating in design reviews, supporting flight testing, and ensuring safety and quality compliant with QMS procedures.

Qualifications

• Requires BS degree in Engineering (Mechanical or Aerospace preferred).
• Experience with aerospace/defense structural analysis and FEM.
• Ability to travel and communicate professionally.

Responsibilities

• Performs structural analyses related to aircraft hardware design and integration.
• Prepares formal engineering documentation and test procedures.
• Supports flight testing, data reduction, and reporting.
• Mentors junior engineers and supports design reviews.

Skills

Strength engineering

FEM analysis

Hypermesh

Patran/Nastran

Education

BS degree in Engineering

Tools

Hypermesh

Femap

Patran

Nastran

Job description

Kratos Defense & Security Solutions, Inc. seeks a Structural Analysis Engineer to perform sizing and layout for unmanned composite aircraft and related ground support equipment.

You will conduct loads development, FEM analysis, aeroelastic evaluations, and weight optimization under guidance from senior engineers. Responsibilities include creating drawings and specifications, participating in design reviews, supporting flight testing, and ensuring safety and quality compliant with QMS procedures.