Senior Space Structures Engineer – FEA & Analysis

Redwire Corporation; Littleton (CO); On-site; USD 125,000 - 165,000; Full time

Job summary

Redwire Space is seeking a seasoned Structural Analyst to join Loadpath, LLC, a Redwire business unit, in Littleton, CO (or Albuquerque, NM). The role focuses on mechanical and structural technologies for satellite and launch vehicle applications, requiring extensive FEA and experience with FEMAP/NASTRAN.

Ideal candidates hold a B.S./M.S. in mechanical or aerospace disciplines, have 8+ years of relevant experience, and can obtain security clearance. Travel <10% for reviews and testing may be required.

Qualifications

• BS or MS in Mechanical Engineering, Aerospace Engineering, or related field.
• 8+ years of relevant experience.
• FEA experience with FEMAP and NASTRAN preferred.

Responsibilities

• Develop system-level static and dynamic finite element models using FEMAP/NASTRAN.
• Perform detailed stress analysis of metallic and composite structures.
• Work closely with the mechanical design, thermal, and systems engineering teams to optimize solutions and ensure all requirements are met.
• Review engineering designs and drawings, providing clear and actionable feedback to the Mechanical Design team.
• Prepare and present technical reports, results, and design review materials for internal and customer reviews.
• Develop static and dynamic test plans, test procedures, and predictions.
• On-site test execution, data processing, post-test model correlation, and test reporting.
• Independently develop solutions and analysis approaches using sound engineering principles with minimal oversight.

Skills

FEA experience

FEMAP/NASTRAN

Security clearance

Communication

MS Office

Vibration/shock analysis

SolidWorks

ABAQUS/ANSYS

Python/VBA

Education

BS or MS in Mechanical or Aerospace Engineering

Tools

FEMAP

NASTRAN

Job description

Redwire Space is seeking a seasoned Structural Analyst to join Loadpath, LLC, a Redwire business unit, in Littleton, CO (or Albuquerque, NM). The role focuses on mechanical and structural technologies for satellite and launch vehicle applications, requiring extensive FEA and experience with FEMAP/NASTRAN.

Ideal candidates hold a B.S./M.S. in mechanical or aerospace disciplines, have 8+ years of relevant experience, and can obtain security clearance. Travel <10% for reviews and testing may be required.