Spacecraft Dynamics Engineer: Loads & Vibration

Apex - Spacecraft Manufacturing; Los Angeles (CA); On-site; USD 88,000 - 187,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Equity in the company

100% company-paid healthcare

Comprehensive PTO package

Competitive 401(k) plan

Daily catered lunch

Vibrant community activities

Dream desk setup

World-class office

Job summary

A leading aerospace startup in Los Angeles seeks a Spacecraft Dynamics Engineer to own dynamic analysis and ensure robust vehicle behavior throughout flight phases. The ideal candidate has a degree in mechanical or aerospace engineering and experience in structural dynamics. Benefits include equity in the company, comprehensive healthcare, a strong PTO package, and opportunities for professional growth. Join a dynamic team dedicated to making an impact in the aerospace industry.

Qualifications

• 1+ years of experience in structural dynamics, loads, or environment prediction.
• Strong fundamentals in vibration, shock, transient response, and frequency-domain analysis.
• Experience developing simulation tools and performing high-speed data and signal processing.

Responsibilities

• Own dynamic and loads analysis across components and subsystems.
• Predict vehicle response across launch and on-orbit conditions.
• Build and assemble coupled system models across spacecraft and launch vehicle interfaces.

Skills

Vibration

Shock analysis

Finite element modeling

Numerical methods

Dynamic system modeling

Education

Bachelor’s degree in mechanical, aerospace, or related engineering field

Tools

NASTRAN

FEMAP

Python

MATLAB

Job description

A leading aerospace startup in Los Angeles seeks a Spacecraft Dynamics Engineer to own dynamic analysis and ensure robust vehicle behavior throughout flight phases. The ideal candidate has a degree in mechanical or aerospace engineering and experience in structural dynamics. Benefits include equity in the company, comprehensive healthcare, a strong PTO package, and opportunities for professional growth. Join a dynamic team dedicated to making an impact in the aerospace industry.