Junior Structural Analysis Engineer - GSE

Leapspace; Broomfield (CO); Hybrid; USD 75,000 - 140,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Equity Program

401(k) Matching

Growth Stipend

PTO & holidays

Remote Hybrid

Health Benefits

Life & Disability

Job summary

LEAP is seeking a Junior Structural Analysis Engineer for Ground Support Equipment (GSE) in Broomfield, CO. You will provide analysis from concept to build, including hand calculations, FEA, and testing to ensure manufacturability and high life cycles.

Join a fast-paced team focused on reliable GSE for rocket systems, with collaboration across design, build, and test teams. Hybrid work model with opportunities in heavy industry and space logistics.

Qualifications

• 2-6 years analysis experience required.
• Experience with propulsion testing or aerospace systems preferred.
• Strong communication and collaboration skills essential.
• Ability to work independently and take ownership of products.

Responsibilities

• Produce & rapidly iterate mechanical concepts using structural analysis for flight-vehicle support structures and test stands.
• Perform margin of safety calculations for joints and torque values.
• Conduct static analysis following best practices and prepare analysis reports.
• Support testing in lab and at test sites as needed.

Skills

2-6 years analysis experience

Strong communication

Independent worker

Detail-oriented

Education

Mechanical, Civil or Aerospace engineering degree

Tools

NX

FEMAP

Nastran

Job description

LEAP Junior Structural Analysis Engineer - GSE Broomfield, CO·Full time Company website

As our Junior Structural Analysis Engineer, you will play a pivotal role in bringing our rocket systems to life. This role will focus on ground support equipment (GSE), taking parts from concept to build ensuring the vehicle build, test and launch teams have GSE in place. You will provide the team with detailed component and assembly-level analysis including hand-calculations, FEA models, and testing, ensuring components meet specifications. From mechanical structures (like test stands) to mechanisms (like actuators for turn-over carts) you will ensure that every GSE mechanical system is designed for manufacturability, speed, and high life cycles. Your analysis, in close collaboration with the design, build, and test teams, will form the backbone of our rocket's success.

LEAP is transforming space logistics with rapid-response, mass producible launch solutions designed to eliminate bottlenecks in space access. Leveraging proprietary propulsion technology and modern manufacturing techniques, LEAP delivers scalable and cost-effective, launch solutions for national security, commercial payload deployment, and global point-to-point logistics applications.

Impacts & Outcomes

• Produce & rapidly iterate mechanical concepts designs using structural analysis for flight vehicles support structures, engine test stands, and transportation needs
• Perform margin of safety calculations for bolted joints and define torque value, including tubing/nuts
• Perform static analysis, following best practices
• Prepare analysis packages & technical reports
• Identify and solve technical challenges with speed
• Support testing as needed in the lab and at the test site
• Surge support for flight vehicle analysis

What You Bring to the Team

• Mechanical, Civil or Aerospace engineering degree from an accredited university
• 2-6 years analysis experience
• Experience in propulsion testing, aerospace systems, energy systems, heavy industry, or other high-consequence hardware environments preferred
• Competence in CAD/CAE software such as NX, FEMAP, Nastran
• Demonstrated ability to work in fast-paced, high-accountability environments
• Strong communication and collaboration skills
• Ability to work independently and take ownership of products
• Organized, detail-oriented approach to work and documentation
• Familiarity with industry standards
• Ability to learn new tools, systems, or domains as needed

Bonus Points

• Experience in high-growth, startup, or technically complex environments
• Proven track record of successful GSE or flight hardware development
• Experience with pressure vessels, engines, and outdoor test stands

Compensation

Salary Range: $75,000 - $140,000

The estimated salary range for this role reflects various compensation factors. The final offer depends on factors such as work experience, education, training, key skills, and business needs.

In addition, LEAP provides a comprehensive benefits package for full-time employees, which includes:

• Equity Program: As an early team member, LEAP's equity plan gives you a stake in the company's success, aligning your contributions with long-term growth.
• Retirement Planning: Save for the future with a 401(k) plan that includes competitive company matching.
• Growth Opportunities: Take advantage of a professional development stipend to advance your skills and expertise.
• Flexible Time Off: Enjoy PTO as needed and holiday breaks to help you balance work and life, including two week long company winter breaks and paid leave to support a family member, bond with a new child, or manage your own health needs
• Remote Work Flexibility: Our team operates on a hybrid model. We expect you to work with your team for specific details on work location.
• Health Benefits: LEAP provides comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage at minimal to no cost for employees. Coverage for dependents and HSA are also available.
• Insurance Coverage: We cover basic life and long-term disability insurance, with options to add extra coverage to ensure peace of mind for you and your family.

LEAP is proud to be an equal-opportunity employer committed to building a diverse and inclusive workplace in Colorado. Our team brings together exceptionally talented and diverse individuals who are pushing the boundaries of space access and logistics. We welcome all qualified applicants and provide equal consideration for employment regardless of race, color, religion, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, Veteran status, age, or any other protected characteristic under federal, state, or local law. This includes individuals with a criminal history, in compliance with applicable regulations. We actively encourage applications from minorities, women, Veterans, and people with disabilities. At LEAP, we strive to create a supportive and welcoming environment throughout the hiring process. If you're excited about making a real-world impact in space technology, we want to hear from you!