Sr. Stress Analyst

Oceaneering; Clear Lake Shores (TX); On-site; USD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

Oceaneering Space Systems in the United States seeks a Senior Structural Analysis Engineer to perform advanced structural analysis of hardware using FEA methods.

You will utilize FEMAP, LS-DYNA, and CAD tools (Creo/SolidWorks) to ensure safety, integrity, and compliance with NASA, AIAA, API, ASME, and DNV standards in aerospace and oilfield applications.

Qualifications

• BS or MS in Mechanical, Aerospace, Civil or equivalent.
• 10–15 years direct experience in structural analysis.
• Experience with CAD software such as Creo or SolidWorks.
• Multi‑year experience using FEMAP and LS-DYNA.
• Knowledge of NASA, AIAA, API, ASME, and DNV standards.
• US citizen

Responsibilities

• Performs classical and FEA analyses of flight hardware and oil field components.
• Ensures structural integrity for failure modes including static, fatigue, fracture, buckling.
• Analyzes welds and fasteners in mechanical joints.
• Supports proposals, design reviews, and customer requirements.
• Prepares presentations and reports during the design phase.
• Coordinates design approval with customers and documents results.

Skills

Excellent communication

Analytical skills

Math proficiency

Team collaboration

Education

BS/MS in Mechanical/Aerospace/Civil engineering

Tools

Creo

SolidWorks

FEMAP

LS-DYNA

NASTRAN

Job description

JOB DESCRIPTION

Oceaneering Space Systems (OSS) develops, integrates, and applies new and innovative technologies to meet the challenges of working in space and other harsh environments. We are ideally positioned to meet the growing needs of NASA and the expanding commercial and Department of Defense (DOD) markets.

Company Profile

Oceaneering Space Systems (OSS) develops, integrates, and applies new and innovative technologies to meet the challenges of working in space and other harsh environments. We are ideally positioned to meet the growing needs of NASA and the expanding commercial and Department of Defense (DOD) markets.

Oceaneering Aerospace and Defense Technologies (AdTech) delivers solutions that enable humans to work safely and effectively in harsh environments – from underwater to the outer reaches of space. Our innovative solutions support the development and application of practical, cost-effective systems that meet our customers’ challenges – from routine to extreme. Our experience and expertise across multiple industries uniquely positions us as a leader in the government, space, and maritime services markets. Our products and services meet the rigorous demands of the complex environments in which they operate, delivering results without compromising safety or reliability.

Oceaneering is a global provider of engineered services and products, primarily to the offshore energy industry. We develop products and services for use throughout the lifecycle of an offshore oilfield, from drilling to decommissioning. We operate the world’s premier fleet of work class ROVs. Additionally, we are a leader in offshore oilfield maintenance services, umbilicals, subsea hardware, and tooling. We also use applied technology expertise to serve the defense, entertainment, material handling, aerospace, science, and renewable energy industries.

Responsibilities

Position Summary

The Senior Structural Analysis Engineer is responsible for performing structural analysis of hardware.

Duties And Responsibilities

• Performs classical and FEA (linear/non-linear statics, modal, frequency response, random response, explicit and implicit transient) analyses of flight hardware, oil field components and other systems.
• Performs detailed calculations to ensure structural integrity of hardware for failure modes, including but not limited to static, fatigue, fracture, buckling, stability, and creep.
• Performs detailed calculations to ensure structural integrity of mechanical joints such as welds and fasteners.
• Assists the Project Managers and Integrated Product Teams in the support of meeting customer needs, including preparation of proposals, change requests, design reviews, and meeting other requirements related to the design effort.
• Prepares presentations and interim reports based on analysis and test data during the design phase.
• Prepares and coordinates formal design approval documentation and coordinates design approval with customers.
• Assists in the development of fracture control assessment and fatigue-life analysis of flight hardware.
• Uses appropriate analysis techniques, simplifications, assumptions, and experience‑based judgments, to solve complex problems.
• Documents analysis results and generates reports for hardware certification.

Qualifications

• BS or MS in engineering field such as Mechanical, Aerospace, Civil or equivalent and 10-15 years direct experience.
• Excellent oral and written communication skills.
• Excellent analysis, design, systems, and math skills.
• Experience with commercial CAD software such as Creo, SolidWorks, or equivalent.
• Multi‑year experience using FEMAP and LS‑DYNA
• Knowledge of and experience meeting industry standards and specifications such as NASA, AIAA, API, ASME, and DNV.
• US citizen

Requisition Preferences

• 15-20 year of experience with commercial analysis software packages such as FEMAP, NASTRAN, NASGRO, ANSYS, and Mathcad or equivalent.
• Experience with classical analysis texts such as Bruhn’s Analysis and Design of Flight Vehicle Structures, Roark’s Formulas for Stress and Strain, Peterson's Stress Concentration.
• Factors, Machinery’s Handbook, or equivalent.
• Experience with APIs, automation and scripting using VBA, Python, or equivalent.
• Experience with product development of components and assemblies involving metallics in the plastic regime, fabrics, polymers, and composites.
• Direct experience with Aerospace/NASA Hardware and Oil Field related product.

Additional Information

PAY, BENEFITS AND WORK SCHEDULE :

We offer a comprehensive and competitive benefits package. Employee benefits vary by role, however, may include Health and Wellness, Mental Health, Retirement Savings, Life and Disability, Paid Maternity and Parental Leave, Paid Time Off, Tuition Reimbursement, and an Employee Assistance Program.

All qualified candidates will receive consideration for all positions without regard to race, color, age, religion, sex (including pregnancy), sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran status, disability, genetic information, or other non‑merit factors.