Space Launch Structural Stress Analyst — NASA Programs

Aerodyne Industries, LLC; Huntsville (AL); On-site; USD 90,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

Aerodyne Industries, LLC is seeking a Space Launch Systems Stress Analyst Engineer to support NASA MSFC programs, including the SLS. You will develop formal stress analyses, work with design engineers, and prepare technical reports and briefings for management.

The role requires an ABET-accredited engineering degree (PhD preferred or MS with 3+ years, BS with 8+ years), strong MS Office skills, and experience with finite element codes (FEMAP, PATRAN, NASTRAN, ABAQUS, ANSYS)."

Qualifications

• ABET-accredited Civil/Structural/Mechanical engineering degree required.
• PhD with some experience, or MS with 3+ years, or BS with 8+ years experience.
• Proficiency in MS Office (PowerPoint, Excel, Word) required.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Experience applying finite element methods and failure analysis.
• Experience with joints containing mechanical fasteners or welds.

Responsibilities

• Develop formal stress analysis packages for ground support and special test equipment using strength of materials and finite element methods.
• Interface with design engineers to provide inputs to preliminary designs.
• Development and delivery of reports and presentations to management.
• Collaborate with outside vendors and personnel from NASA centers in the development of structural hardware.

Skills

Stress analysis

MS Office

Communication skills

Technical reporting

Education

ABET-accredited engineering degree

PhD preferred

MS 3+ years experience

BS 8+ years experience

Tools

FEMAP

PATRAN

NASTRAN

ABAQUS

ANSYS

Job description

Aerodyne Industries, LLC is seeking a Space Launch Systems Stress Analyst Engineer to support NASA MSFC programs, including the SLS. You will develop formal stress analyses, work with design engineers, and prepare technical reports and briefings for management.

The role requires an ABET-accredited engineering degree (PhD preferred or MS with 3+ years, BS with 8+ years), strong MS Office skills, and experience with finite element codes (FEMAP, PATRAN, NASTRAN, ABAQUS, ANSYS)."