Senior Stress Analyst - FEA & Dynamics Specialist

Leidos LLC; Huntsville (AL); On-site; USD 108,000 - 195,000; Full time

Job summary

Leidos is seeking a Senior Stress Analyst in Huntsville, Alabama, to apply analytical methods, finite element models, and simulations to develop models and perform structural and dynamic analyses. You will collaborate with design and manufacturing teams to deliver high-performance structures.

Requirements include a ABET‑accredited Bachelor’s in Mechanical or Aerospace Engineering, 8–12 years of experience (6–10 with a master’s), and proficiency with FEMAP/NX NASTRAN, PATRAN/MSC NASTRAN, ANSYS,

Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree in Mechanical Engineering, Aerospace Engineering or equivalent from an ABET-accredited university.
• 8–12 years of relevant industry experience with a bachelor’s degree, or 6–10 years with a master’s degree.
• Demonstrated experience with commercial finite element analysis tools (FEMAP/NX NASTRAN, PATRAN/MSC NASTRAN, ANSYS, Abaqus, etc.).
• Strong technical writing, presentation, and cross-functional collaboration skills.

Responsibilities

• Apply analytical methods, finite element models, simulations, and other engineering tools to develop models and perform structural and dynamic analyses.
• Partner with design and manufacturing teams to deliver high-performance structures meeting requirements for performance, manufacturability, and schedule.

Skills

Security clearance

Strong technical writing

Cross-functional collaboration

Education

Bachelor's in Mechanical/Aerospace Eng

Master's in Mechanical/Aerospace Eng (preferred)

Tools

FEMAP/NX NASTRAN

PATRAN/MSC NASTRAN

ANSYS

Abaqus

Job description

Leidos is seeking a Senior Stress Analyst in Huntsville, Alabama, to apply analytical methods, finite element models, and simulations to develop models and perform structural and dynamic analyses. You will collaborate with design and manufacturing teams to deliver high-performance structures.

Requirements include a ABET‑accredited Bachelor’s in Mechanical or Aerospace Engineering, 8–12 years of experience (6–10 with a master’s), and proficiency with FEMAP/NX NASTRAN, PATRAN/MSC NASTRAN, ANSYS,