Finite Element Analysis Engineer

Ensign-Bickford Industries; Moorpark (CA); On-site; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

Ensign-Bickford Aerospace & Defense Company is seeking a Finite Element Analysis Engineer to model thermal, dynamic, structural and functional aspects of energetic components for aerospace and defense programs in Moorpark, CA.

The role requires a BS/MS in engineering and at least 3 years of design or analysis experience, with strong proficiency in ANSYS Workbench and technical communication for reviews with customers and management.

Qualifications

• BS/MS in engineering with aerospace/defense context is required.
• Minimum 3 years design or analysis of aerospace/defense products.
• Strong background in finite element analysis and modeling.

Responsibilities

• Develop analytical models to assess EBAD product performance.
• Envision and assess alternate concepts to meet requirements.
• Support project teams with expert level assistance.
• Support existing products and upgrades through analyses.
• Participate in root cause and failure analysis of problems.

Skills

Finite Element Analysis

Analytical modeling

Technical communication

Education

BS in Engineering

MS in Engineering

Tools

ANSYS Workbench

SolidWorks

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.

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 3 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.

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.