Spacecraft Structural Dynamics Engineer

Craig Technologies; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

Craig Technologies in Houston, TX seeks a talented Structural Dynamics Engineer to join our team in Houston, TX or Merritt Island, FL. The candidate will support the advanced simulation, environmental analysis, and structural testing of spacecraft hardware destined for cislunar and lunar orbit missions.

This role bridges the gap between finite element modeling and physical environmental testing to ensure satellite structures survive intense launch environments, spacecraft separations, and

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Mechanical or Aerospace Engineering or related field.
• 5-10 years of experience in structural dynamics.
• Proficiency in analytical simulations and FEM modeling with Nastran or equivalent.
• Proficiency in MATLAB or Python for data processing.
• Familiarity with NASA-STD-5001, SMC-S-016, MIL-STD-1540.

Responsibilities

• Plan, analyze, and execute environmental testing profiles including GVT and modal testing.
• Construct detailed FEM/models and test display models for dynamic analyses.
• Perform structural hand calculations and simulations to evaluate strength margins and mode shapes.
• Collaborate with test engineers to define environmental test plans and instrumentation layouts.
• Provide on-site engineering support during testing and ensure targets and calibrations are met.
• Analyze test telemetry in time and frequency domains to troubleshoot vibration issues.
• Prepare technical reports, verification packages, and presentations of results and design recommendations.

Skills

Critical thinking

Communication

Documentation

Travel readiness

Education

Bachelor's degree in Mechanical or Aerospace Engineering

Tools

MATLAB

Python

Nastran

Job description

Craig Technologies in Houston, TX seeks a talented Structural Dynamics Engineer to join our team in Houston, TX or Merritt Island, FL. The candidate will support the advanced simulation, environmental analysis, and structural testing of spacecraft hardware destined for cislunar and lunar orbit missions.

This role bridges the gap between finite element modeling and physical environmental testing to ensure satellite structures survive intense launch environments, spacecraft separations, and