Senior Composite Strength Engineer - FEM & Materials

United Launch Alliance; Centennial (CO); On-site; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

United Launch Alliance in Denver seeks a Composite Strength Analyst to perform advanced analysis of composite and metallic structures, develop FEMs, and provide strength inputs for new designs and modifications.

The role requires creating and validating analysis methods, reviewing layouts and drawings, and delivering strength reports while coordinating with lead engineers and junior staff in a fast-paced aerospace environment.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in engineering or related technical field from an accredited college or university.
• Ability to make design recommendations based on analysis results/experience.
• Proficiency with MS Office tools.
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills and the ability to work effectively in a team environment are essential.
• General understanding of materials and material properties.
• Experience with Structural Analysis.

Responsibilities

• Performing analysis of composite material structures and metallic elements to support operations, nonconformance resolution, and development programs.
• Create finite element analysis models (FEMs) and perform hand calculations; provide strength inputs and recommendations for designs and installations.
• Run and modify existing FEMs to support updated inputs, design changes, or nonconformance resolution.
• Review and approve 3-D layouts, models, designs/drawings and 2-D drawing changes.
• Make engineering design recommendations considering thermal, mechanical and pressure loading with appropriate material properties and safety factors.
• Document analysis results in strength reports.
• Support internal peer reviews, tabletop reviews and formal design reviews as needed.
• Support fast-paced design/analysis cycles and tackle production non-conformances.

Skills

Finite Element Analysis

Composite materials

Design recommendations

Team collaboration

Engineering judgement

Education

Bachelor's degree in engineering

Tools

NASTRAN

FEMAP

NX CAD/Simulation

NASGRO

Unix/Linux

MathCad

ABAQUS

MATLAB

MS Office

Job description

United Launch Alliance in Denver seeks a Composite Strength Analyst to perform advanced analysis of composite and metallic structures, develop FEMs, and provide strength inputs for new designs and modifications.

The role requires creating and validating analysis methods, reviewing layouts and drawings, and delivering strength reports while coordinating with lead engineers and junior staff in a fast-paced aerospace environment.