Lead Spacecraft Structures Engineer (Flight Hardware)

Relativity; Long Beach (CA); On-site; USD 132,000 - 181,500; Full time

Job summary

A leading aerospace company in Long Beach, California is seeking a Senior Structures Engineer to lead the design and analysis of spacecraft structures. This role involves managing the end-to-end process from initial design to flight qualification, ensuring structural integrity and collaboration with cross-functional teams. Ideal candidates will have a Bachelor's or Master's degree in Aerospace or Mechanical Engineering and 5+ years of relevant experience. A competitive salary range of $132,000 - $181,500 is offered.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of experience in aerospace primary or secondary structures.
• Demonstrated ability to take structures from concept through qualification.
• Strong communication skills in fast-paced environments.

Responsibilities

• Lead design, analysis, and development of spacecraft structures.
• Perform structural and dynamic analysis across mission phases.
• Produce engineering drawings for manufacturing.
• Collaborate with subsystems for structural integrity.
• Manage fabrication and assembly of structural components.
• Design and execute environmental testing and flight verification.

Skills

CAD proficiency

Structural analysis

Hands-on metallic design

Cross-functional collaboration

Education

Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Aerospace or Mechanical Engineering

Job description

A leading aerospace company in Long Beach, California is seeking a Senior Structures Engineer to lead the design and analysis of spacecraft structures. This role involves managing the end-to-end process from initial design to flight qualification, ensuring structural integrity and collaboration with cross-functional teams. Ideal candidates will have a Bachelor's or Master's degree in Aerospace or Mechanical Engineering and 5+ years of relevant experience. A competitive salary range of $132,000 - $181,500 is offered.