Space Launch Systems Stress Analyst - Structural Integrity

ASCEND Aerospace & Technology, LLC; Huntsville (AL); On-site; USD 90,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

Aerodyne Industries in Huntsville, AL seeks a Space Launch Systems Stress Analyst Engineer to perform structural strength analysis for non-flight hardware in support of NASA MSFC programs.

The role involves creating formal stress analysis packages, interfacing with design engineers, and delivering management-level reports. Strong FE software skills and ABET‑accredited education are required.

Qualifications

• ABET-accredited engineering degree required.
• Ph.D. with some experience.
• MS with at least 3 years of experience, or
• BS with at least 8+ years of experience.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office products (PowerPoint, Excel, Word).
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Proficiency in one or more major FE codes: FEMAP, PATRAN, NASTRAN, ABAQUS, or ANSYS.
• Experience in applying FE methods and assessing rupture, yield, buckling, fatigue.

Responsibilities

• Develop formal stress analysis packages for ground support and test equipment using mechanics of materials and FE methods.
• Interface with design engineers to provide inputs to preliminary designs.
• Develop and deliver reports and presentations to management.
• Collaborate with outside vendors and NASA centers in developing structural hardware.

Skills

Communication

Microsoft Office

Finite element analysis

Team collaboration

Education

PhD in Engineering

MS in Engineering

BS in Engineering

Tools

FEMAP

PATRAN

NASTRAN

ABAQUS

ANSYS

Job description

Aerodyne Industries in Huntsville, AL seeks a Space Launch Systems Stress Analyst Engineer to perform structural strength analysis for non-flight hardware in support of NASA MSFC programs.

The role involves creating formal stress analysis packages, interfacing with design engineers, and delivering management-level reports. Strong FE software skills and ABET‑accredited education are required.