Spacecraft Structural Dynamics Engineer

PAE Government Services Inc.

Houston (TX)

On-site

USD 90,000 - 140,000

Full time

14 days+

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Benefits offered by this job

Health, dental, vision insurance

401(k) retirement plan matching

Paid time off and holidays

Educational reimbursement

Parental leave

Employee stock purchase plan

Job summary

Amentum is seeking a Structural Dynamics Engineer to support NASA programs, performing dynamic analyses on spacecraft and lunar vehicles and integrating results across multiple human spaceflight initiatives. The role involves both in-house and commercially available tools, with emphasis on accurate model development, verification, and integration with test campaigns.

The ideal candidate will have hands-on experience with FE analyses, scripting in Python, and a strong foundation in mechanical

Qualifications

Requires a bachelor’s degree in Engineering or related field with relevant experience.
Experience with finite element model manipulation and coupled loads analysis.
Proficiency in Python, MATLAB, and/or C/C++.

Responsibilities

Perform finite element model checks, dynamic model reductions and coupled loads analyses.
Develop and run dynamic and vibroacoustic analyses using Python or in-house tools.
Review modal data and contribute to test plans and data interpretation.
Perform model correlation and update analytical models based on test results.