Sr Structural Analyst

Amentum; Huntsville (AL); On-site; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health, dental, and vision insurance

401(k) matching

Educational reimbursement

Parental leave

PTO

Job summary

Amentum Space Exploration Division (ASED) seeks an experienced structural analyst to support the MSFC Space Systems Department. You will develop stress analyses for space hardware, lead a team of analysts, and collaborate with NASA centers and vendors to advance flight hardware from design through certification.

The role requires strong FE method expertise, knowledge of NASA standards, and the ability to communicate findings through formal reports and presentations.

Qualifications

• BS degree (MS or PhD preferred) from an ABET accredited institution in Mechanical, Civil, or Aerospace Engineering; or related field with an emphasis in structural analysis is required.
• Minimum of 5+ years in finite element methods, empirical closed-form structural analysis techniques, and failure mechanism assessment.
• Experience in environmental life control and support system spaceflight equipment verification.
• Knowledge of NASA and MSFC standards and specifications; experience with joints, fasteners, adhesives, welds, and composite/metallic interfaces.
• Knowledge of commercial FE and CAD software; experience with FE software like Femap, Simcenter, NASTRAN, Hypermesh, Hyperworks, Abaqus, Ansys Workbench.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office (PowerPoint, Excel, Word).
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Develop formal stress analysis packages for structural systems using strength of materials and FE methods.
• Provide leadership and mentorship to analysts and interface with program stakeholders.
• Contribute inputs to preliminary designs and deliver reports and presentations to management.
• Collaborate with outside vendors and other NASA centers for integrated flight hardware.

Skills

Finite element methods experience

Environmental Life Support System

NASA/MSFC standards knowledge

Communication skills

Leadership mentorship

Report writing & presentations

Microsoft Office

Programming for automation (Python/MAT

Education

ABET-accredited Mechanical/Civil/Aerospace Engineering degree

MS or PhD preferred in related field with structural analysis emphasis

Tools

Femap

Simcenter

NASTRAN

Hypermesh

Hyperworks

Abaqus

Ansys Workbench

CAD software

Job description

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Overview

The analyst shall support the MSFC Space Systems Department in technical activities supporting the development of space systems structure, performing structural analysis for both flight and non-flight hardware. This work is in support of existing programs at NASA’s Marshall Space Flight Center (MSFC).

As an experienced structural analyst your expertise will provide valuable insight in the development, test, and certification of space systems hardware for a wide variety of NASA’s ongoing and future projects. You will provide technical oversight in the structural evaluation of Environmental Control Life Support Systems equipment and flight hardware. You will be expected to develop formal stress analysis packages for structural systems using strength of materials and finite element-based methods. Provide leadership and mentorship to fellow analysts while interfacing with program stakeholders and leaders. Job duties also include providing inputs to preliminary designs, development and delivery of reports and presentations to management, and collaboration with outside vendors and personnel from other NASA centers in the development of integrated flight hardware.

Required Qualifications

• BS degree (MS or PhD preferred) from an ABET accredited institution in Mechanical, Civil, or Aerospace Engineering; or related field with an emphasis in structural analysis is required.
• A minimum of 5+ years of experience in the application of finite element methods, empirical closed-form structural analysis techniques, and the assessment of failure mechanisms is required.
• Experience conducting assessments and verification of Environmental Life Control Support System spaceflight equipment
• Knowledge of NASA and MSFC standards and specifications as well as experience with the design and analysis of joints containing mechanical fasteners, adhesives, welds, and composite/metallic interfaces.
• Knowledge of one or more commercial Finite Element and CAD applications. Experience working with finite element software: Femap, Simcenter, NASTRAN, Hypermesh, Hyperworks, Abaqus, Ansys Workbench.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office products such as PowerPoint, Excel, and Word.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.

Desired Qualifications

• Knowledge of NASGRO and experience conducting fracture classification and evaluation of spaceflight hardware components.
• Knowledge of NASFLA and experience conducting fatigue evaluation of spaceflight hardware components.
• Knowledge and experience utilizing analytical optimization software to refine designs to streamline required structural mass.
• Proficiency in programming languages like Python, MATLAB, or VBA for automating tasks and developing custom analysis tools.

Proof of U.S. Citizenship is required.

Physical Requirements

Requires sitting for extended periods of time in meetings with peers, management, and with our client at NASA facilities to discuss technical issues (30%). Also, requires sitting for extended periods of time at a desk to write reports and perform engineering tasks (60%). Requires ability to walk between floors and multiple buildings at NASA and our facilities (10%). Stairs or elevators can gain access.

Work Environment

Office environment. Requires ability to provide clear, concise, accurate and timely communication, both verbally and in writing (50%). Requires ability to interact professionally with co-workers, management, and client (100%). Requires travel in the domestic USA (<15%).

Equipment and Machines

Requires ability to operate a personal computer, a telephone, fax machine, copier, calculator, and other general office equipment (100%).

Attendance

Normal workday is from 7:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m., Monday thru Friday. Minimal overtime may be required (10%) to meet schedule milestones and to support technical demands of the job. Regular attendance is a necessity and adequate arrangements for delegating duties during absences are required.

Other Essential Functions

Ability to work independently with minimal supervision, and to make rational decisions, and to exercise good judgment (100%). Grooming and dress must be appropriate for the position and must not impose a safety risk/hazard to the employee or others.

Proof of U.S. Citizenship is required.

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Compensation Details

The compensation range or hourly rate listed for this position is provided as a good‑faith estimate of what the company intends to offer for this role at the time this posting was issued. Actual compensation may vary based on factors such as job responsibilities, education, experience, skills, internal equity, market data, applicable collective bargaining agreements, and relevant laws.

Benefits Overview

Our health and welfare benefits are designed to support you and your priorities. Offerings include:

• Health, dental, and vision insurance
• Paid time off and holidays
• Retirement benefits (including 401(k) matching)
• Educational reimbursement
• Parental leave
• Employee stock purchase plan
• Tax-saving options
• Disability and life insurance
• Pet insurance

Note: Benefits may vary based on employment type, location, and applicable agreements. Positions governed by a Collective Bargaining Agreement (CBA), the McNamara-O'Hara Service Contract Act (SCA), or other employment contracts may include different provisions/benefits.

Original Posting

10/28/2026 - 11/23/2026

Amentum anticipates this job requisition will remain open for at least three days, with a closing date no earlier than three days after the original posting. This timeline may change based on business needs.

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