Structural Analyst Danbury, CT, US

CACI International Inc.; Danbury (CT); Hybrid; USD 79,000 - 163,000; Full time

Job summary

CACI International Inc. in the United States seeks a Structural Analyst to perform structural analysis for ground, airborne, and space-based opto-mechanical systems, ensuring products meet customer requirements.

The role uses hand calculations, FEMAP/NASTRAN, and MATLAB with tests; requires ability to obtain clearance and effective documentation across design phases. Join a team dedicated to national missions and technical excellence.

Qualifications

• Proven knowledge of structural finite element analysis and traditional hand calculations.
• Understanding of fundamental structural concepts (stress/strain, buckling, fatigue, dynamics).
• Experience with aerospace structures and modal analysis beneficial.

Responsibilities

• Ensure products meet structural requirements defined by external customer, internal disciplines, and industry standards.
• Conduct analytical predictions for stress, strain, fatigue, fracture mechanics, thermal expansion, dynamic response, bolt failure and loads.
• Perform structural analysis using hand calculations, FEMAP, NASTRAN, and MATLAB/AFGROW/VA-One.
• Participate in or conduct tests including modal survey, random vibration, sine burst, and damping measurements, correlating results with model predictions.
• Exposure to aerospace products including mirror assemblies, electro-optical sensors, telescopes, sensor windows, precision mechanisms, and payloads.
• Support all phases of design and development from IRAD to customer support and verification.
• Capable of working autonomously with mentoring as needed; interact with internal engineering and program groups; manage cost and schedule on activities.
• Ability to obtain and maintain a U.S. Government Security Clearance.

Skills

Structural analysis

Hand calculations

Dynamic analysis

Stress/strain fundamentals

Education

BSAE / BSME (or equivalent) with 4 years of relevant experience

MSAE / MSME (or equivalent) with 2 years of relevant experience

Tools

FEMAP

NASTRAN

VA-One

SigFit

AFGROW

MATLAB

Job description

Job Title: Structural Analyst

Job Category: Engineering

Time Type: Full time

Minimum Clearance Required to Start: None

Employee Type: Regular

Percentage of Travel Required: Up to 10%

Type of Travel: Continental US

The Opportunity

Perform structural analysis tasks through hand calculations, computer aided modeling, and component testing for ground, airborne, and space based opto-mechanical systems to ensure products meet customer requirements.

Responsibilities

• Ensuring products meet structural requirements defined by external customer, internal disciplines, and industry standards.
• Conducting analytical predictions for fundamental structural concerns (stress, strain, fatigue, fracture mechanics, thermal expansion, dynamic response, bolt failure, loads, mode shapes, random vibration, shock response, etc.)
• Conducting structural analysis using traditional hand calculations (Rourk, Perterson, Steinber, etc.), finite element analysis (FEMAP, NASTRAN), and mathematical software (Matlab, AFGROW, VA-One, etc.)
• Participating and/or conducting test activities that include component tap tests, system modal survey, random vibration, sine burst, system dynamic characterization, mechanism control, material property determination, proof testing, damping measurements. This would include correlating measured test results to model predictions.
• Exposure to aerospace products including mirror assemblies, electro-optical sensors, telescopes, sensor windows, precision mechanisms, airborne and space-based payloads.
• Supporting all phases of design and development which includes IRAD, conceptual design, proposals, preliminary design, detailed design, requirement verification, testing, assembly, integration, alignment, transportation, and customer support.
• Candidates should be capable of working autonomously at times, with mentoring and supervision available as required. The position requires interaction across internal engineering and program groups. Candidates should be capable of maintaining cost and schedule on individual activities. Effective documentation and presentation skills are desired.
• Ability to obtain and maintain a U.S. Government Security Clearance

Qualifications

Required

• BSAE / BSME (or equivalent) and 4 years of relevant experience OR MSAE / MSME (or equivalent) and 2 years of relevant experience
• Knowledge of structural finite element analysis and traditional hand calculations
• Knowledge of fundamental structural concepts (stress/strain, buckling, fatigue, detrimental yielding, dynamics, natural frequency, frequency response, etc..)

Desired

• Active U.S. Government Security Clearance
• Knowledge of FEMAP, NASTRAN, VA-One, SigFit, AFGROW,, MATLAB
• Experience with space structures, launch and orbital environments
• Knowledge of optical assemblies

What You Can Expect

A culture of integrity.

At CACI, we place character and innovation at the center of everything we do. As a valued team member, you’ll be part of a high-performing group dedicated to our customer’s missions and driven by a higher purpose – to ensure the safety of our nation.

An environment of trust.

CACI values the unique contributions that every employee brings to our company and our customers - every day. You’ll have the autonomy to take the time you need through a unique flexible time off benefit and have access to robust learning resources to make your ambitions a reality.

A focus on continuous growth.

Together, we will advance our nation's most critical missions, build on our lengthy track record of business success, and find opportunities to break new ground — in your career and in our legacy.

Pay Range

There are a host of factors that can influence final salary including, but not limited to, geographic location, Federal Government contract labor categories and contract wage rates, relevant prior work experience, specific skills and competencies, education, and certifications. Our employees value the flexibility at CACI that allows them to balance quality work and their personal lives. We offer competitive compensation, benefits and learning and development opportunities. Our broad and competitive mix of benefits options is designed to support and protect employees and their families.

At CACI, you will receive comprehensive benefits such as; healthcare, wellness, financial, retirement, family support, continuing education, and time off benefits.

The proposed salary range for this position is:

$79,400 - $162,700

CACI is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, age, national origin, disability, status as a protected veteran, or any other protected characteristic.