Senior Structural Analyst – Propulsion Systems (FEA)

Telemetry Today LLC; Berthoud, Northern (CO, KY); Hybrid; USD 116,000 - 145,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Unlimited PTO

Parental Leave

Medical Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

HSA/FSA

Disability Insurance

Life Insurance

Voluntary Life

Emergency Medical Transport

EAP Program

401k Match

Job summary

Ursa Major seeks a Senior Structural Analyst to lead high-fidelity structural analyses for SRM components. You’ll work with design, manufacturing and test teams to support development and production, mentor engineers, and advance best practices in structural analysis and multi-physics modeling.

You will apply FEA, thermal-structural methods, and industry-standard tools (ANSYS/Abaqus/NASTRAN) to optimize materials, geometry, and protective systems in a fast-paced environment.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering, Aerospace Engineering, or a related field.
• 6+ years of experience in structural analysis of aerospace components.
• Proficiency in finite element analysis (FEA) using commercial codes.
• Experience in thermal-structural static analysis.
• Understanding of material properties, thermal expansion, and high-temperature structural behavior.
• Ability to interpret engineering drawings, specifications, and test data.
• Strong problem-solving skills and ability to work in a fast-paced development environment.

Responsibilities

• Conduct finite element analysis (FEA) for structural integrity, thermal performance, and dynamic behavior of solid rocket motor components.
• Perform coupled thermal-stress analyses to assess material response under extreme conditions.
• Support design iterations by providing data-driven recommendations for component geometry, material selection, and thermal protection systems.
• Develop and validate analytical models using industry-standard software (e.g., ANSYS, Abaqus, NASTRAN).
• Evaluate test data and correlate analytical models with physical testing results.
• Collaborate with engineering teams to develop company-wide processes, models, and tools that meet requirements and comply with structural standards.
• Collaborate with the manufacturing team to assess nonconforming hardware for development and flight components and provide recommended dispositions and repairs.
• Work with manufacturing teams to ensure design feasibility and support process optimization.
• Prepare technical reports, presentations, and documentation for internal and external stakeholders.
• Participate in design reviews, failure investigations, and continuous improvement initiatives.
• Mentor and coach analysis engineers, helping to build organizational capability in structural analysis, multi - physics analysis, and engineering best practices.

Skills

Problem-solving

Mentoring

Teamwork

Education

Bachelor's degree in Mechanical or Aerospace Engineering

MS degree in Mechanical/Aerospace Engineering

Tools

ANSYS

Abaqus

NASTRAN

Job description

Ursa Major seeks a Senior Structural Analyst to lead high-fidelity structural analyses for SRM components. You’ll work with design, manufacturing and test teams to support development and production, mentor engineers, and advance best practices in structural analysis and multi-physics modeling.

You will apply FEA, thermal-structural methods, and industry-standard tools (ANSYS/Abaqus/NASTRAN) to optimize materials, geometry, and protective systems in a fast-paced environment.