Aerospace Structural Analysis Engineer II

Sierra Space; United States; Remote; USD 82,000 - 113,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical

Dental

Vision

401(k) match

Life insurance

Paid time off

Job summary

Sierra Space is hiring a Structural Analysis Engineer II to design, analyze, and develop structural systems for space missions. You will perform hand calculations and FEA, ensuring designs meet program milestones while collaborating with mechanical teams across projects.

The role requires applying structural analysis principles, documenting technical concepts, and communicating findings clearly for project alignment and success.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in a related field or equivalent work experience.
• Typically 2+ years of related experience.
• Strong understanding of Structural Analysis.
• Experience using and applying technical principles, standards, theories, and concepts.
• Ability to provide solutions to a variety of technical problems of moderate scope and complexity.
• Ability to work under general supervision and follow established procedures.
• Capability to contribute to the completion of designs directly associated with program milestones.
• Ability to work effectively with other mechanical teams.

Responsibilities

• Design and analyze structural systems using hand calculations and FEA.
• Apply structural analysis standards, theories, and concepts to develop solutions.
• Collaborate with other mechanical teams to ensure system integration.
• Document and communicate technical concepts to support project success.

Skills

Structural analysis

Finite Element Analysis

Hand calculations

Technical communication

Team collaboration

Education

Bachelor’s degree in related field

Tools

ANSYS

Simcenter Nastran

Job description

Sierra Space is hiring a Structural Analysis Engineer II to design, analyze, and develop structural systems for space missions. You will perform hand calculations and FEA, ensuring designs meet program milestones while collaborating with mechanical teams across projects.

The role requires applying structural analysis principles, documenting technical concepts, and communicating findings clearly for project alignment and success.