Senior UAV Structural Analyst – FEA & Composites

Shield AI; San Diego (TX); On-site; USD 113,948 - 170,922; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Bonus

Benefits

Equity

Job summary

Shield AI is looking for a Structural Analyst based in San Diego, Texas, to support the structural analysis and testing of advanced UAVs. The ideal candidate will possess a B.S. in Mechanical or Aerospace Engineering and 5+ years of relevant experience in structural analysis and finite element modeling.

This role involves performing analyses, collaborating with design engineers, and ensuring the structural integrity of lightweight aircraft. A competitive salary with benefits is included in the offer.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of experience in structural analysis, finite element modeling, or aircraft loads analysis.
• Strong ability to perform hand calculations for structural strength, stability, and fatigue analysis.
• Knowledge of aerospace industry standards and structural certification processes.

Responsibilities

• Assist in building and refining finite element models (FEM) for UAV components.
• Conduct static, modal, fatigue, and vibration analyses for performance assessment.
• Document and present structural analysis reports to engineering teams.

Skills

Finite element analysis (FEA)

Composite materials knowledge

Mechanical testing methods

Data analysis tools proficiency

Problem-solving skills

Education

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

Tools

ANSYS

NASTRAN

HyperWorks

Excel

MATLAB

Python

Job description

Shield AI is looking for a Structural Analyst based in San Diego, Texas, to support the structural analysis and testing of advanced UAVs. The ideal candidate will possess a B.S. in Mechanical or Aerospace Engineering and 5+ years of relevant experience in structural analysis and finite element modeling.

This role involves performing analyses, collaborating with design engineers, and ensuring the structural integrity of lightweight aircraft. A competitive salary with benefits is included in the offer.