Senior Satellite Dynamics Engineer - Vibration & Simulation

K2 Space; Los Angeles (CA); On-site; USD 140,000 - 175,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Equity in the company

Paid time off

Medical/dental/vision coverage

Life insurance

Paid parental leave

Job summary

A leading aerospace company in Los Angeles is seeking a Dynamics Engineer to drive testing and analysis for high-power satellites. This role involves developing software tools, physics models, and collaborating on cross-disciplinary teams. The ideal candidate holds a Bachelor's degree in a relevant field and has over 5 years of experience in dynamics, along with strong skills in Python and finite element analysis. The position offers a competitive salary and comprehensive benefits in a fast-paced environment.

Qualifications

• Minimum 5 years of work experience in dynamics from industry or academia.
• Strong understanding of low and high frequency dynamics (vibration, acoustics, shock).

Responsibilities

• Drive vehicle-level dynamic testing from start to finish.
• Develop physics models using finite element analysis.
• Create software tools for data processing and simulation frameworks.

Skills

Finite element analysis

Python software development

Dynamics analysis

Testing and measurements

Excellent communication skills

Education

Bachelor’s degree in mechanical engineering, aerospace engineering, physics, or mathematics

Tools

FEMAP

Nastran

Job description

A leading aerospace company in Los Angeles is seeking a Dynamics Engineer to drive testing and analysis for high-power satellites. This role involves developing software tools, physics models, and collaborating on cross-disciplinary teams. The ideal candidate holds a Bachelor's degree in a relevant field and has over 5 years of experience in dynamics, along with strong skills in Python and finite element analysis. The position offers a competitive salary and comprehensive benefits in a fast-paced environment.