Senior Structural Analysis Lead – Aerospace Rockets

Astra Space Inc; Alameda (CA); On-site; USD 157,250 - 193,800; Full time

Job summary

A leading aerospace company in California is seeking a Sr Staff Structural Analyst to lead engineering analyses for rocket and spacecraft systems. The role requires a master's degree or Ph.D. and at least 8 years of relevant experience in aerospace engineering, particularly in areas like Finite Element Analysis and Computational Fluid Dynamics. The position offers a competitive salary range of $157,250 to $193,800 and emphasizes mentorship within the engineering team.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 8 years of hands-on experience in aerospace engineering analysis.
• Expertise in Finite Element Analysis and Computational Fluid Dynamics.
• Proficiency in coding with Python, MATLAB, or C++ is needed.

Responsibilities

• Lead and execute complex engineering analyses for rocket and spacecraft.
• Define analysis methodologies and ensure compliance with best practices.
• Mentor engineering teams and conduct training sessions.

Skills

Technical Leadership

Engineering Analysis

Mentorship

Risk Quantification

Education

Master's degree or Ph.D. in Aeronautical, Mechanical, or Civil Engineering

Tools

NASTRAN/Patran

Abaqus

ANSYS

Job description

A leading aerospace company in California is seeking a Sr Staff Structural Analyst to lead engineering analyses for rocket and spacecraft systems. The role requires a master's degree or Ph.D. and at least 8 years of relevant experience in aerospace engineering, particularly in areas like Finite Element Analysis and Computational Fluid Dynamics. The position offers a competitive salary range of $157,250 to $193,800 and emphasizes mentorship within the engineering team.