Launch Vehicle Structural Dynamics Engineer (Hybrid)

aero; El Segundo (CA); Hybrid; USD 117,300 - 226,900; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Relocation assistance

Education assistance programs

Telework options

401(k) Plan

Job summary

The Aerospace Corporation in El Segundo, CA, is seeking a Loads and Dynamics Engineer (Engineering Specialist/Senior) to perform structural dynamics analyses for launch vehicle and spacecraft loads across flight phases.

You will develop simulation tools, assemble coupled system models, compare predictions with flight data, and supervise mode survey testing while mentoring teammates.

This full-time hybrid role offers relocation support and opportunities to contribute to national space programs.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Mechanical, Structural, or Aerospace Engineering or similar field.
• 10 years total applicable professional or educational experience.
• Experience with finite-element model development techniques and software.
• Knowledge of classical vibration and transient response analysis theory.
• Ability to obtain and maintain TS/SCI security clearance.

Responsibilities

• Perform structural dynamic analyses and evaluations of launch vehicle and spacecraft loads for all phases of flight.
• Develop simulation tools and processes to solve structural dynamics problems.
• Assemble coupled system models across a variety of launch vehicles and spacecrafts.
• Evaluate analytical predictions versus flight sensor data to develop recommendations to improve loads analysis methods.
• Plan and oversee the execution of mode survey testing for various launch vehicle and space vehicle components.
• Provide technical support and mentorship to program offices and external customers in structural dynamics.

Skills

Finite-element methods

Vibration analysis

Structural dynamics

TS/SCI clearance

Education

Bachelor's degree in Mechanical, Structural, or Aerospace Engineering

Advanced degree in Mechanical, Structural, or Aerospace Engineering

Tools

Nastran

DMAP programming

Job description

The Aerospace Corporation in El Segundo, CA, is seeking a Loads and Dynamics Engineer (Engineering Specialist/Senior) to perform structural dynamics analyses for launch vehicle and spacecraft loads across flight phases.

You will develop simulation tools, assemble coupled system models, compare predictions with flight data, and supervise mode survey testing while mentoring teammates.

This full-time hybrid role offers relocation support and opportunities to contribute to national space programs.