Lead Structures Analyst – Aerospace (Composite/FEA) | Equity

Swarm Aero; Long Beach (CA); On-site; USD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Equity in a high-growth defense tech</

Competitive base salary

Medical/dental/vision benefits

PTO and paid sick leave

Monthly wellness stipend

Daily catered lunch

Paid parental leave

Direct impact on national security

World-class engineering team

Job summary

Swarm Aero is seeking an experienced Stress Analyst to ensure structural integrity of swarming aircraft designs. You will lead sizing, perform advanced composite analyses, and develop finite element models across materials.

You’ll mentor junior engineers while aligning design with certification standards in a fast-paced, defense-oriented environment. Ideal candidates hold 7+ years in composite aerospace analysis, with strong CAD/FEA skills in Siemens NX, Simcenter, and Femap, and a track record

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Aerospace or Mechanical Engineering (advanced degree preferred).
• 7+ years of composite structural analysis experience for aircraft/spacecraft.
• Deep understanding of material properties, failure mechanisms, and dynamics.
• Strong CAD/FEA experience with Siemens NX, Simcenter, Femap or equivalent.

Responsibilities

• Lead conceptual and preliminary sizing for aircraft components.
• Perform structural analysis via hand calculations and FEA across materials.
• Create and refine finite element models for aircraft and components.
• Conduct feasibility studies to meet performance, weight, and cost targets.
• Develop analysis standards and automate workflows with tools.
• Support manufacturability in prototype and production design.
• Provide technical leadership and mentorship to junior engineers.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure design feasibility and certification.

Skills

Composite structural analysis

FEA

Aerospace design

Leadership & mentorship

Cross-functional collaboration

Education

Bachelor's in Aerospace/Mechanical Engineering

Advanced degree preferred

Tools

Siemens NX

Simcenter

Femap

Job description

Swarm Aero is seeking an experienced Stress Analyst to ensure structural integrity of swarming aircraft designs. You will lead sizing, perform advanced composite analyses, and develop finite element models across materials.

You’ll mentor junior engineers while aligning design with certification standards in a fast-paced, defense-oriented environment. Ideal candidates hold 7+ years in composite aerospace analysis, with strong CAD/FEA skills in Siemens NX, Simcenter, and Femap, and a track record