Naval Structures Modeling Research

Peraton; Maryland; On-site; USD 80,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

Peraton is hiring a Naval Structures Modeling Engineer in Maryland to perform critical research for the US Navy's Structural Acoustics team. The role requires a strong background in Finite Element Modeling and Analysis, and the use of commercial FEM tools such as COMSOL and ANSYS. Candidates must possess a minimum of 8 years of experience in a relevant field, solid communication skills to collaborate with various teams, and DoD SECRET Clearance. This is an onsite position at NSWCCD West Bethesda, MD.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 8 years experience with BS/BA; 6 years with MS/MA; 3 years with PhD.
• Demonstrated background performing research into Finite Element Modeling and Analysis.
• Experience with complex structures.

Responsibilities

• Perform research using Finite Element Modeling/Analysis tools for Navy acoustics.
• Conduct FEM modeling and analysis of complex Naval structures.
• Assist in analyzing FEA results and collaborating with Government SMEs.

Skills

Finite Element Modeling

Finite Element Analysis

Research

DoD SECRET Clearance

Education

Bachelor's degree or higher in relevant field

Tools

COMSOL

ANSYS

Abaqus

Job description

What you will need:

• Minimum of 8 years with BS/BA; Minimum of 6 years with MS/MA; Minimum of 3 years with PhD
• Demonstrated background performing research into Finite Element Modeling and Analysis. Must have experience with complex structures.
• Demonstrated experience using commercial FEM/FEA tools such as COMSOL, ANSYS, Abaqus, COMSOL
• DoD SECRET Clearance

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:

• Perform research as part of the US Navy's Structural Acoustics research team at NSWC Carderock Division.
• Candidate will perform research using 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 research into FEM models using 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.