Senior Structural Analyst

Insight Global; Santa Ana (CA); On-site; USD 140,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

Insight Global is seeking an experienced mechanical/structural analyst to lead the structural and thermal analysis for a marine autonomous vehicle. You will own the analysis across the full design envelope, balancing pressure cycling, corrosion, and fatigue with buoyancy and endurance targets.

The role requires 7+ years in structural design/analysis for marine, aerospace, or robotic systems and proficiency with Nastran/ANSYS/Abaqus. U.S. Secret clearance is required. Travel up to 25% is expected.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering, Structural Engineering, or equivalent.
• 7+ years of experience in structural design and analysis for marine, aerospace, or robotic systems.
• Proficiency with analysis tools (Nastran, ANSYS, Abaqus, or equivalent).
• Experience with materials selection for corrosive or high-pressure environments.
• Ability to obtain and maintain a U.S. Secret security clearance.

Responsibilities

• Own structural, mechanical, and thermal analysis for the vehicle.
• Perform structural analysis: FEA, hand calculations, and buckling.
• Verify structural interfaces with propulsion, buoyancy, energy, and payload systems.
• Drive trade studies balancing strength, weight, corrosion, and cost.
• Support prototype builds and structural test campaigns.
• Contribute to design reviews (PDR, CDR) and documentation.
• Travel up to 25% to test sites and manufacturing facilities.

Skills

Structural analysis

Mechanical analysis

Trade studies

Documentation

Education

Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering

Tools

Nastran

ANSYS

Abaqus

Job description

Job Description

You will lead mechanical analysis for a maritime autonomous vehicle. You will own the structural and thermal analyses for pressure, fatigue, and environmental loading across the full design envelope.

The structure has to survive full-depth pressure cycling, marine corrosion, and fatigue over the vehicle's service life, while staying light enough to meet buoyancy and endurance targets. Those three pull against each other, and this role owns the trade.

WHAT YOU'LL DO

• Own structural, mechanical, and thermal analysis for the vehicle
• Perform structural analysis: FEA, hand calculations, and buckling
• Verify structural interfaces with propulsion, buoyancy, energy, and payload systems
• Drive trade studies balancing strength, weight, corrosion, and cost
• Support prototype builds and structural test campaigns
• Contribute to design reviews (PDR, CDR) and documentation
• Travel up to 25% to test sites and manufacturing facilities

Skills and Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering, Structural Engineering, or equivalent
• 7+ years of experience in structural design and analysis for marine, aerospace, or robotic systems
• Proficiency with analysis tools (Nastran, ANSYS, Abaqus, or equivalent)
• Experience with materials selection for corrosive or high-pressure environments
• Ability to obtain and maintain a U.S. Secret security clearance

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

• Experience with submarine or pressure hull structures
• Familiarity with ABS or DNV structural design codes
• Experience with composites and weld analysis
• Experience in defense or maritime robotics

We are a company committed to creating diverse and inclusive environments where people can bring their full, authentic selves to work every day. We are an equal employment opportunity/affirmative action employer that believes everyone matters. Qualified candidates will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, ethnicity, religion, sex (including pregnancy), sexual orientation, gender identity and expression, marital status, national origin, ancestry, genetic factors, age, disability, protected veteran status, military or uniformed service member status, or any other status or characteristic protected by applicable laws, regulations, and ordinances. If you need assistance and/or a reasonable accommodation due to a disability during the application or the recruiting process, please send a request to [e-mail].