Spacecraft Stress Analyst (Mid-Level)

Intuitive Machines Llc; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

Intuitive Machines is seeking a Stress Analyst to join our Lunar Lander team in Houston. The role centers on static and dynamic stress analysis of carbon fiber panels, joints, and secondary structures, with ownership of analyses across parts and assemblies.

You will work on-site with design and test teams, presenting solutions to keep development on schedule. A BS/MS in mechanical/aerospace engineering and 7–10 years of experience are required.

Qualifications

• B.S in Mechanical Engineering, Aerospace Engineering, or related discipline with 10+ years of experience; or an M.S. with 7+ years of experience.
• Experience with Microsoft Office suite.
• Proficient in finite element analysis.
• FEMAP/NASTRAN with advanced analysis techniques and API scripting.
• Closed-form analysis for bolted joints and initial sizing of structural components.
• Experience with SolidWorks for basic design trades.
• Analysis of carbon fiber parts and assemblies, carbon fiber tubes and sandwich panels.

Responsibilities

• Perform analysis of carbon fiber panels and joints, and metallic secondary structures.
• Own the stress analysis for a variety of parts and assemblies.
• Present analyses and solutions effectively to cross-functional teams.

Skills

Finite Element Analysis

Structural analysis

Microsoft Office

FEMAP/NASTRAN

Education

B.S in Mechanical or Aerospace Engineering

M.S in Mechanical Engineering

Tools

FEMAP

NASTRAN

SolidWorks

Job description

Intuitive Machines is seeking a Stress Analyst to join our Lunar Lander team in Houston. The role centers on static and dynamic stress analysis of carbon fiber panels, joints, and secondary structures, with ownership of analyses across parts and assemblies.

You will work on-site with design and test teams, presenting solutions to keep development on schedule. A BS/MS in mechanical/aerospace engineering and 7–10 years of experience are required.