Structural Analyst

PAE Government Services Inc.; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 89,000 - 108,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health, dental, and vision insurance

Paid time off and holidays

401(k) retirement plan with matching

Educational reimbursement

Parental leave

Employee stock purchase plan

Tax-saving options

Disability and life insurance

Job summary

PAE Government Services Inc. is seeking a Structural Analyst for NASA/JSC-related work in Houston. You will support structural analyses on flight hardware, ground/test equipment, and perform hand calculations to assess margins of safety.

The role involves building and validating finite element models, applying loads, and post-processing results. Strong communication and collaboration are essential.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering, typically 5–10 years of related experience.
• Experience performing structural analysis on NASA hardware.
• Ability to produce clear structural analysis reports and defend results.
• Excellent oral and written communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Support structural analysis tasks for NASA/JSC customer in Structures Branch.
• Perform classical hand calculations and determine Margins of Safety.
• Create Finite Element Models using PATRAN, FEMAP, or MSC/MARC.
• Apply loads to FEMs and post-process results; calculate Margins of Safety.
• Prepare structural analysis reports and collaborate with engineers to resolve issues.
• Assess parts/assemblies per NASA-STD-5019 and NASA-STD-5020.
• Familiar with NASA standards and provide technical guidance as needed.
• Perform other duties as required.

Skills

Structural analysis

Finite element analysis

Hand calculations

NASA standards knowledge

Communication skills

Collaboration

NASGRO familiarity

Education

Bachelor's degree in Mechanical or Aerospace Engineering

Tools

PATRAN

FEMAP

MSC/MARC

Job description

The Structural Analyst will:

• Support structural analysis tasks supporting the our NASA/JSC customer in the Structures Branch Review and understand structural requirements on Flight Hardware, Ground Support Equipment, and Test Support Equipment
• Use stress analysis experience to perform classical hand calculations for stress analysis and determine Margins of Safety
• Create Finite element models using PATRAN, FEMAP, or more advanced solutions in MSC/MARC
• Apply loads and boundary conditions to Finite Element Models, post-process results.
• Calculate Margins of Safety for parts and assemblies
• Prepare structural analysis reports
• Collaborate with other engineers to find resolutions to technical issues
• Assess parts and Assemblies for Fracture Control per NASA-STD-5019
• Assess Fastener/Joint assemblies per NASA-STD-5020
• Be famliar with NASA-STD-5001, NASA-STD-5005, and other relevant NASA standards
• Must have excellent oral and written communication skills
• Previous experience performing structural analysis on NASA spaceflight hardware
• Previous Experience using the Finite Elements Anlayis Tools listed in the job description
• Previous Experience or familiarity with NASGRO
• Perform other duties as required.

Requisition Qualifications:

Typically requires a minimum of a bachelor's degree in Engineering and normally possess 5- 10 years of related experience. License and certification may be required.

Bachelor's degree in Mechanical or Aerospace Engineering Familiarity with desktop software applications, MS Office is required. Must have excellent oral and written communication skills

Requisition Preferences:

Previous experience performing structural analysis on NASA spaceflight hardware

Previous Experience using the Finite Elements Analysis Tools listed in the job description

Previous Experience or familiarity with NASGRO

Compensation:

Salary starts at $98,500. Final pay will be commensurate with the candidate's experience, skills, and qualifications.

Why Join Our Team?

• Excellent personal and professional career growth
• 9/80 work schedule (every other Friday off), when applicable
• Onsite cafeteria (breakfast & lunch)
• Much, much more!

For more information on our partnership with NASA at Johnson Space Center (JSC), please visit www.wehavespaceforyou.com

Compensation Details:

EN3-ESS 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:

• 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:

Collective Bargaining Agreement (CBA), the McNamara‑O'Hara Service Contract Act (SCA), or other employment contracts may include different provisions/benefits.

Original Posting:

10/22/2026 - Until Filled. 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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