Senior Structural Analyst – Autonomous Aircraft

Slope; Costa Mesa (CA); On-site; USD 191,000 - 253,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision plans

Generous PTO and holiday hiatus

Access to mental health resources

Annual professional development reimbursement

Job summary

A defense technology company is seeking a Senior Structural Analyst in Costa Mesa, California, to perform advanced structural analyses for cutting-edge military technologies. The role demands expertise in FEA software, structural testing, and strong collaboration with hardware engineers. Candidates should possess a relevant degree and a passion for innovation in defense systems. The competitive salary range for this position is between $191,000 and $253,000, along with top-tier benefits for employees.

Qualifications

• Deep understanding of statics, dynamics, mechanics of materials.
• Experience in structural testing including sensor selection and data post-processing.
• Proficient in Matlab or Python for automation.

Responsibilities

• Perform static and dynamic structural analyses of composites and metallics.
• Collaborate with hardware engineers for design validation.
• Document analysis methodology and results in technical reports.

Skills

Static and dynamic structural analyses

Proficiency in FEA software (ANSYS, Abaqus, NASTRAN)

Knowledge of materials properties

CAD tools proficiency (NX, Solidworks)

Analytical model development (Matlab, Python)

Education

BS or higher degree in engineering or applied physics with a focus in structures

Tools

ANSYS

Abaqus

NASTRAN

NX

Solidworks

Job description

A defense technology company is seeking a Senior Structural Analyst in Costa Mesa, California, to perform advanced structural analyses for cutting-edge military technologies. The role demands expertise in FEA software, structural testing, and strong collaboration with hardware engineers. Candidates should possess a relevant degree and a passion for innovation in defense systems. The competitive salary range for this position is between $191,000 and $253,000, along with top-tier benefits for employees.