Senior Structural Engineer, Aerial Vehicle Structures (FEA)

Anduril; Costa Mesa (CA); On-site; USD 146,000 - 194,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision plans

Life and disability insurance

Generous PTO and holiday leave

Professional development reimbursement

Company-funded commuter benefits

Job summary

A defense technology firm seeks a Senior Structural Engineer for its Costa Mesa HQ. You will be integral to the Omen Team, responsible for performing static and dynamic analyses, collaborating with engineers, and ensuring compliance with design standards. Ideal candidates possess a relevant degree and structural testing experience, with proficiency in FEA software and CAD tools. This role offers a competitive salary range of $146,000 - $194,000 USD and valuable benefits including healthcare, generous PTO, and professional development support.

Qualifications

• Experience in structural analysis using first principles and appropriate methods.
• Ability to document analysis results in technical reports for stakeholders.
• Experience in flight testing and setting operational values.

Responsibilities

• Perform static and dynamic structural analyses of materials.
• Collaborate with hardware engineers to optimize designs.
• Conduct validation testing and support flight testing.

Skills

Structural testing experience

Deep understanding of statics and dynamics

Proficiency in FEA software

Experience with CAD tools

Proficiency in Matlab or Python

Highly motivated and organized

Education

BS or higher degree in engineering or applied physics

Tools

ANSYS

Abaqus

NASTRAN

NX

Solidworks

Job description

A defense technology firm seeks a Senior Structural Engineer for its Costa Mesa HQ. You will be integral to the Omen Team, responsible for performing static and dynamic analyses, collaborating with engineers, and ensuring compliance with design standards. Ideal candidates possess a relevant degree and structural testing experience, with proficiency in FEA software and CAD tools. This role offers a competitive salary range of $146,000 - $194,000 USD and valuable benefits including healthcare, generous PTO, and professional development support.