Spacecraft Structural Dynamics Engineer: Vibration Analysis

jobs.frontdoordefense.com - Jobboard; Saratoga (CA); On-site; USD 90,000 - 150,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health and wellness care options

Continuous learning and development

Opportunity to make a difference

Competitive salaries

Job summary

jobs.frontdoordefense.com - Jobboard is seeking a Mechanical Engineer — Structural Dynamics Analyst in Saratoga, California. You will lead structural dynamics analyses and ensure the integrity of spacecraft components throughout design and launch phases.

The ideal candidate has a degree in Aerospace, Mechanical, or Structural Engineering, with 3+ years of relevant experience. The role includes a salary range of $90,000 - $150,000 annually and various benefits focusing on sustainability and continuous learning.

Qualifications

• 3+ years of hands-on experience in structural dynamics analysis.
• Proficiency with launch load environments: random vibration, sine, shock, acoustic.
• Familiarity with model correlation techniques and test-analysis correlation methods.

Responsibilities

• Lead structural dynamics analyses and validation for LEO spacecraft structures.
• Conduct structural and modal analyses for spacecraft components.
• Develop and validate finite element models throughout the design lifecycle.

Skills

Structural dynamics analysis

Finite Element Analysis (FEA)

Proficiency with NASTRAN

Proficiency with ANSYS

Communication skills

Education

Bachelor's or Master’s degree in Aerospace, Mechanical, or Structural Engineering

Tools

NASTRAN

ANSYS

Femap

Job description

jobs.frontdoordefense.com - Jobboard is seeking a Mechanical Engineer — Structural Dynamics Analyst in Saratoga, California. You will lead structural dynamics analyses and ensure the integrity of spacecraft components throughout design and launch phases.

The ideal candidate has a degree in Aerospace, Mechanical, or Structural Engineering, with 3+ years of relevant experience. The role includes a salary range of $90,000 - $150,000 annually and various benefits focusing on sustainability and continuous learning.