Senior Structural Analyst: UAV Airframes & FEA

The Rundown AI, Inc.; United States; On-site; USD 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Bonus

Equity

Comprehensive benefits package

Job summary

The Rundown AI, Inc. is looking for a Structural Analyst to support advanced UAV structural analysis and testing. In this role, you will collaborate closely with a team of engineers to ensure the structural integrity of lightweight, high-performance aircraft.

This position demands 5+ years of experience in structural analysis, along with knowledge of FEA tools and composite materials. The ideal candidate will contribute to testing, optimization, and report findings to enhance system performance.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of experience in structural analysis, finite element modeling, or aircraft loads analysis.
• Strong problem-solving skills and attention to detail.
• Ability to work in a team environment.

Responsibilities

• Assist in building finite element models (FEM) for UAV components.
• Perform static, modal, fatigue, and vibration analyses.
• Support development of test plans for structural validation.

Skills

Finite element analysis (FEA)

Structural analysis

Mechanical testing

Data analysis (Excel, MATLAB, Python)

Composite materials knowledge

Education

B.S. in Mechanical Engineering, Aerospace Engineering, or related field

Tools

ANSYS

NASTRAN

HyperWorks

CAD software (NX, SolidWorks)

Job description

The Rundown AI, Inc. is looking for a Structural Analyst to support advanced UAV structural analysis and testing. In this role, you will collaborate closely with a team of engineers to ensure the structural integrity of lightweight, high-performance aircraft.

This position demands 5+ years of experience in structural analysis, along with knowledge of FEA tools and composite materials. The ideal candidate will contribute to testing, optimization, and report findings to enhance system performance.