Structual Analyst

Sky Limit Systems; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

Sky Limit Systems in Houston seeks a Structural Analyst to support analysis and development of structural systems for space launch vehicles and related aerospace programs. This role focuses on finite element analysis (FEA) using NASTRAN to ensure hardware meets structural and mission requirements.

The ideal candidate will have hands-on experience with MSC/Siemens NASTRAN and related tools, a solid background in aerospace structural analysis, and the ability to interpret drawings and communicate

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Eng, Aerospace Eng, Structural Eng, or related field.
• Experience performing structural analysis in aerospace/defense sectors.
• Hands-on NASTRAN/FEA experience.
• Strong knowledge of FEA, structural mechanics, materials, and loads.
• Experience with metallic/composite aerospace structures.
• Ability to read engineering drawings and communicate results clearly.
• Experience supporting space launch hardware is preferred.
• Familiarity with FEMAP, Patran, HyperMesh, ANSYS, Abaqus or similar tools.

Responsibilities

• Perform structural analysis of launch vehicle components and hardware.
• Develop and evaluate finite element models for aerospace structures.
• Conduct static, dynamic, modal, buckling, and stress analyses.
• Evaluate margins, loads, stresses, and deflections.
• Support structures under launch, vibration, acoustic environments.
• Use NASTRAN or similar FEA software for analysis.
• Interpret drawings, CAD models, materials, and boundary conditions.
• Correlate models with test data and support testing.
• Prepare reports and presentations.
• Collaborate with design, manufacturing, and testing teams.
• Assist in design reviews and issue resolution.

Skills

FEA

NASTRAN

Structural analysis

Education

Mechanical Engineering

Aerospace Engineering

Structural Engineering

Tools

FEMAP

Patran

HyperMesh

ANSYS

Abaqus

Job description

Structural Analyst – Space Launch Programs

Job Summary

We are seeking a Structural Analyst to support the analysis and development of structural systems for space launch vehicles and related aerospace programs. This position will perform finite element analysis (FEA), structural assessments, and engineering evaluations to ensure flight hardware meets structural, performance, and mission requirements.

The ideal candidate will have experience with NASTRAN and/or comparable structural analysis tools and a strong understanding of aerospace structural analysis principles.

Key Responsibilities

• Perform structural analysis of launch vehicle components, assemblies, and flight hardware.
• Develop, modify, and evaluate finite element models (FEM/FEA) for aerospace structures.
• Perform static, dynamic, modal, buckling, and stress analyses as required.
• Evaluate structural margins, loads, stresses, deflections, and failure modes.
• Support analysis of structures subjected to launch, vibration, acoustic, and other flight environments.
• Utilize NASTRAN and/or similar FEA/structural analysis software to perform engineering analysis.
• Interpret engineering drawings, CAD models, material properties, loads, and boundary conditions.
• Correlate analytical models with test data and support structural testing activities.
• Prepare engineering reports, analysis documentation, and technical presentations.
• Work cross-functionally with design, systems, manufacturing, test, and other engineering teams.
• Support design reviews, troubleshooting, and resolution of structural issues throughout the development and qualification lifecycle.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering, Aerospace Engineering, Structural Engineering, or a related discipline.
• Experience performing structural analysis within the aerospace, space, launch vehicle, missile, or defense industry.
• Hands-on experience with MSC/Siemens NASTRAN and/or comparable FEA applications.
• Strong understanding of finite element analysis, structural mechanics, material behavior, and load paths.
• Experience analyzing metallic and/or composite aerospace structures.
• Ability to interpret engineering drawings and communicate technical analysis results clearly.
• Experience supporting space launch vehicles, spacecraft, propulsion structures, or flight hardware is highly preferred.
• Familiarity with tools such as FEMAP, Patran, HyperMesh, ANSYS, Abaqus, or similar pre/post-processing and analysis applications is a plus.