Aerospace Structural Analyst - Flexible Schedule PTO

Maverick Space Systems; San Luis Obispo (CA); On-site; USD 90,000 - 140,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Stock Options

PTO / Flexible Schedule

Relocation assistance

Job summary

Maverick Space Systems is seeking a self-motivated Aerospace Structural Analyst to join our growing team in San Luis Obispo, CA. The role entails performing finite element analysis of components and assemblies and contributing to structural sizing and design.

Candidates typically have 1–5 years of industry experience or a Master’s in structures/FEA, with FEA tool experience (FEMAP/NASTRAN preferred; Abaqus/ANSYS acceptable) and strong communication skills.

Qualifications

• A minimum of 1-5 years experience in structural analysis, or a Master’s Degree with concentration or thesis in structures and/or FEA
• Finite Element Analysis Experience required
• Experience presenting analysis and results to technical groups and customers
• Experience interfacing with co-workers on a daily basis
• Proficiency with the Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, Powerpoint)
• Excellent communication and writing skills
• Self-motivated, organized, humble, and willing to learn
• Willing to relocate to San Luis Obispo, CA

Responsibilities

• Finite element analysis of components and assemblies
• Structural analysis and requirements checking, including rough structural sizing, handcalculations, FEA, and FEA-assisted hand calculations
• FEMAP/NASTRAN Experience Preferred. Prior experience with a similar tool such as Abaqus or ANSYS may be acceptable
• Perform concept trade studies for both metallic and composite material analysis
• Perform mechanical and structural design tasks relating to satellite deployment systems andtest hardware
• Generate mechanical drawings as required for manufacturing
• Support environmental testing, primarily random vibration, sine vibration, sine burst and shocktesting

Skills

FEA

Structural analysis

Communication

Presentation to customers

Co-worker interfacing

MS Office

Relocation willingness

Self-motivated

Education

Master’s Degree in structures/FEA

Tools

FEMAP/NASTRAN

Abaqus/ANSYS

Job description

Maverick Space Systems is seeking a self-motivated Aerospace Structural Analyst to join our growing team in San Luis Obispo, CA. The role entails performing finite element analysis of components and assemblies and contributing to structural sizing and design.

Candidates typically have 1–5 years of industry experience or a Master’s in structures/FEA, with FEA tool experience (FEMAP/NASTRAN preferred; Abaqus/ANSYS acceptable) and strong communication skills.