Finite Element Analysis Engineer

Ensign-Bickford Aerospace & Defense; Northern (KY); Hybrid; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

Ensign-Bickford Aerospace & Defense is seeking a Finite Element Analysis Engineer to develop thermal, dynamic, and structural models of energetic components for aerospace and defense programs.

The role requires a BS/MS in engineering, at least 3 years of FEA experience, proficiency in ANSYS Workbench, and the ability to present analytical results to technical and management teams. Applicants must read engineering drawings and support product upgrades.

Qualifications

• BS/MS in engineering and a minimum of 3 years design/analysis of aerospace/defense products.
• Strong background in Finite Element Analysis and analytical modeling.
• Ability to present results to customers and interact with management.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office; ability to read technical drawings.

Responsibilities

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

Skills

Finite Element Analysis

ANSYS Workbench

SolidWorks

Reading drawings

Communication

Education

Bachelor's or Master's in Mechanical/Aerospace Engineering

Tools

ANSYS Workbench

SolidWorks

Microsoft Office

Job description

## Finite Element Analysis EngineerApply: Simsbury, CT - EBAD: Moorpark, CA - EBAD: Full time: Posted Today: REQ106646This 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 functional requirements.* 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 level designs* 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.*