Spacecraft Structural Engineer

Astro Digital; Littleton (CO); Hybrid; USD 95,000 - 115,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

401k matching

15 days PTO

Floating holidays

Job summary

Astro Digital is seeking a Spacecraft Structural Engineer in Littleton, Colorado. This role focuses on static and dynamic structural analysis of spacecraft systems, including finite element mesh creation and testing. The ideal candidate should possess a BS in Mechanical or Aerospace Engineering, and experience with finite element modeling is preferred.

The position offers a hybrid work model, requiring two days in the office each week, and a competitive annual salary ranging from $95,000 to $115,000 based on experience, along with comprehensive benefits including health and dental insurance.

Qualifications

• BS in Mechanical Engineering, Aerospace Engineering, or related field.
• 6+ months experience in finite element modeling.
• Self-motivated with a willingness to learn.

Responsibilities

• Perform static and dynamic structural analysis.
• Create finite element meshes.
• Run tests and analyze bolted joint margins.

Skills

Finite element modeling

Structural analysis

Communication skills

Self-motivation

Education

BS in Mechanical Engineering or Aerospace Engineering

Tools

FEMAP

NASTRAN

SolidWorks

Onshape

Job description

Astro Digital designs, builds, and operates a diverse range of small satellite systems supporting space-based turnkey missions for several business applications, including earth observation, communications, in-orbit demonstrations, risk reduction, science, and exploration. Astro Digital is headquartered in Littleton, Colorado with roughly 100 employees and infrastructure around the globe.

Position Summary

The Spacecraft Structural Engineer is responsible for assisting with static and dynamic structural analysis of all classes of Astro Digital bus. The work consists primarily of finite element mesh creation in FEMAP, running cases via NASTRAN, and performing related structural analyses such as bolted joint margins.

The ideal candidate is a meticulous, self-motivated mechanical engineer with some experience building finite element models. He or she would have an interest in developing their skills in applied structural engineering.

Minimum Qualifications

• BS in Mechanical Engineering, Aerospace Engineering, or closely related field
• >6 months of experience building and analyzing finite element models (coursework will be considered)
• Some hardware experience, preferably in a structural environment
• Self-motivated work ethic with a desire to learn new aspects of structural analysis and testing
• Good written, verbal, and virtual communication skills
• Willingness to travel several times a year for vibration testing

Preferred Qualifications

• Some familiarity with FEMAP or similar pre/post processor
• Comfort executing NASTRAN solutions
• Some experience with CAD modeling (Solidworks, Onshape)
• Possesses a solid understanding of thermal-structural effects

This position requires access to export-controlled commodities, technical data, technology, software, and services. U.S. citizenship, U.S. legal permanent resident status, or protected person status under 22 CFR §120.15 and 8 U.S.C. § 1324b(a)(3) is required.

Job Type: Full Time
Location: Hybrid Remote (2 days in office/wk) based in Littleton, CO.
Annual Salary Range: $95k-115k depending on experience.
Benefits include health, dental, and vision insurance options, 401k matching, options, 10 floating holidays, 5 sick days, and 3 weeks (15 days) of PTO per year.