Finite Element Analysis Engineer

Ensign-Bickford Industries, Inc.; Moorpark (CA); On-site; USD 130,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

Ensign-Bickford Aerospace & Defense Company is seeking a seasoned Finite Element Analysis Engineer in California to perform thermal, dynamic, structural, and functional modeling for energetic components and systems supporting aerospace and defense programs.

You will develop analytical models, evaluate concepts, and work with engineering teams to drive design reviews, product upgrades, and failure investigations. Strong communication and drawing interpretation skills are essential.

Qualifications

• BS/MS in engineering with 8+ years in design/analysis of aerospace/defense products.
• Strong background in Finite Element Analysis.
• Experience performing analytical modeling and evaluation of component designs.
• Ability to present results to customers during design reviews.
• Read and interpret technical product drawings; proficiency with MS Office.

Responsibilities

• Develop analytical models to assess EBAD products against requirements.
• Envision and assess alternate concepts to meet functional needs.
• Support project teams with expert-level analysis assistance.
• Support product upgrades and perform root-cause/failure analyses.

Skills

Finite Element Analysis

Strong communication

Reading/interpretation of drawings

Root cause analysis

Analytical modeling

Education

BS/MS in Engineering

Tools

ANYSYS Workbench

SolidWorks

Microsoft Office

Job description

This opportunity is located within our Ensign-Bickford Aerospace & Defense Company business, a global leader of mission-critical hardware and systems solutions including precision energetics systems and innovative explosive solutions. Click here to learn more.

Job Description

The Finite Element Analysis (FEA) Engineer will perform thermal, dynamic, structural, and functional modeling of energetic components and systems in support of design and development of aerospace and defense programs.

Roles and Responsibilities

• Develop analytical models to assess the ability of EBAD products to meet functionalrequirements.
• Envision and assess alternate concepts to meet functional requirements
• Supporting project and operations teams by providing expert level assistance
• Support existing products and product upgrades
• Participate in root cause and failure analysis of challenging problems

Requirements

• The successful candidate must have a BS/MS in an engineering discipline and a minimum of 8 years design and/or analysis of aerospace and defense products.
• Strong background in Finite Element Analysis
• Demonstrated experience performing analytical modeling and evaluation of component leveldesigns
• Perform detailed design analyses and present results to customers in support of design reviews
• Strong written, verbal and presentation skills for interaction with various levels of management
• Strong follow through and ability to work with Engineers to develop analytical models in support of product development, testing, and failure investigations.
• Proficient with Microsoft office suite software
• Must be able to read and interpret technical product drawings

Desired Skills

• Extensive experience in ANSYS Workbench environment, particularly with structural, vibration, and dynamics modules
• Experience with SolidWorks preferred
• Advanced degree in Mechanical Engineering preferred
• Experience with energetic materials preferred
• Ability to perform explicit dynamic analyses preferred
• Knowledge of space vehicle mechanisms and designs is preferred.

Compensation

Salary Range: $130,000 - $180,000 per year. Salary is determined by the applicant’s education, experience, knowledge, skills, abilities, internal equity, and alignment with market data.

Ensign-Bickford Aerospace & Defense Company is an Equal Opportunity Employer (EOE). Qualified applicants are considered for employment without regard to race, religion, color, sex, age, disability, sexual orientation, genetic information, national origin, or veteran status.