Naval Structures Modeling Engineer

Peraton; North Bethesda (MD); On-site; USD 80,000 - 128,000; Full time

Job summary

Peraton is seeking a Naval Structures Modeling Engineer to contribute to the Naval Structures modeling efforts at NSWCCD West Bethesda, MD. The role focuses on FEM/FEA mesh generation for complex naval structures and collaboration with government SMEs on analysis.

The candidate will work onsite at NSWCCD West Bethesda, performing simulations with COMSOL/ANSYS/Abaqus and ensuring results align with program goals and security protocols.

Qualifications

• 2 years with BS/BA; 0 years with MS/MA
• Demonstrated experience with Finite Element Modeling. Must have experience defining model meshes of complex structures
• Demonstrated experience using commercial FEM/FEA tools such as COMSOL, ANSYS, Abaqus
• DoD SECRET Clearance

Responsibilities

• Support the US Navy's Structural Acoustics research team at NSWC Carderock Division.
• Work with Finite Element Modeling / Finite Element Analysis (FEM/FEA) tools to support acoustics research of US Navy platforms.
• Generate and test FEM model meshes of complex Naval structures using commercial FEM tools.
• Run FEA tools, generate results, and assist Government SMEs in analysis of the FEA results.

Skills

Finite Element Modeling

FEM/FEA tools

Team communication

Education

BS/BA in relevant field

MS/MA not required

Tools

COMSOL

ANSYS

Abaqus

Job description

Naval Structures Modeling Engineer

Job Locations: US-MD-West Bethesda

Responsibilities

This is an onsite position at Peraton's customer site: NSWCCD West Bethesda, MD.

Peraton is hiring a Naval Structures Modeling Engineer to do the following:

• Support the US Navy's Structural Acoustics research team at NSWC Carderock Division.
• Candidate will work with Finite Element Modeling / Finite Element Analysis (FEM/FEA) tools to support ongoing research into the acoustics of US Navy platforms.
• Significant portion of responsibilities will involve generation and test of FEM model meshes of complex Naval structures using commercial FEM tools.
• Additional efforts will include running FEA tools, generating results, and assisting Government SMEs in analysis of the FEA results.

Candidate will work within a Government - Contractor team performing multiple projects concurrently. A successful candidate must be a self-starter able to communicate with multiple teams, set and adjust priorities and schedules, and deliver results per schedule.

Qualifications

What you will need:

• 2 years with BS/BA; 0 years with MS/MA
• Demonstrated experience with Finite Element Modeling. Must have experience defining model meshes of complex structures
• Demonstrated experience using commercial FEM/FEA tools such as COMSOL, ANSYS, Abaqus
• DoD SECRET Clearance

Desired:

• Experienced COMSOL user

Target Salary Range

$80,000 - $128,000. This represents the typical salary range for this position. Salary is determined by various factors, including but not limited to, the scope and responsibilities of the position, the individual's experience, education, knowledge, skills, and competencies, as well as geographic location and business and contract considerations. Depending on the position, employees may be eligible for overtime, shift differential, and a discretionary bonus in addition to base pay.

EEO

EEO: Equal opportunity employer, including disability and protected veterans, or other characteristics protected by law.