Structural Design Engineer

Akkodis; Biddeford (ME); On-site; USD 140,000 - 150,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Life insurance

Short-term disability

401K plan

Commuter benefits

Paid Sick Leave

Holiday pay

Job summary

An innovative firm is seeking a Structural Design Engineer with expertise in hypersonics and advanced materials. This role focuses on developing high-performance thermal protection systems and lightweight structures, emphasizing manufacturability and design for production. The successful candidate will engage in the full design cycle, applying sound engineering principles to create scalable solutions. If you're a clear communicator with a passion for mentoring and integrity, this opportunity offers a chance to make a significant impact in a cutting-edge field.

Qualifications

• Proven experience in designing structures for hypersonic flight environments.
• Strong knowledge of advanced materials, particularly high temperature composites.

Responsibilities

• Create innovative high-speed flight structures from customer requirements.
• Execute thermal/structural analysis and coordinate verification testing.

Skills

Hypersonic experience

Thermal protection systems design

Structural analysis

Communication skills

Mentoring

Education

Bachelor's degree in Engineering

Master's degree in a relevant field

Tools

AutoCAD

Solidworks

Job description

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Base pay range

$140,000.00/yr - $150,000.00/yr

Rate Range: $140,000-$150,000; The rate may be negotiable based on experience, education, geographic location, and other factors.

Experience with hypersonic/thermo/high heat is a MUST

AutoCAD/Solidworks/something similar

Role

• Need experience with hypersonics, design, material development (not too heavy on electronics/navigation/aircraft)
• Carbon fiber / high temp materials experience preferred
• Structural analysis relevant experience preferred

We are seeking an innovative, experienced Structural Design Engineer who will focus on the development and prototyping of high-performance, lightweight thermal protection systems and hot structures. In this role you will be responsible for technical execution of design and analysis efforts with an emphasis on design for manufacturability with advanced high temperature carbon and ceramic composites. Activities will encompass the full design cycle and include the opportunity to have a foundational impact on advanced high temperature composite design system creation.

We are looking for a candidate who has demonstrated experience designing manufacturable structures for the hypersonic flight environment and knowledge of the advanced material systems required. Someone who works independently as well as in a small team and understands how to succeed in a development environment. They must be a clear communicator, enjoy mentoring and be committed to leading by example. And most importantly, an individual who acts with absolute integrity.

Job Duties and Responsibilities:

• Apply sound engineering principles and relevant experience to create innovative high-speed flight structures from explicit and derived customer requirements.
• Employ knowledge of advanced high temperature composite and metallic material behavior and performance to ensure designs are manufacturable and production scalable.
• Execute thermal/structural analysis of designs and define/coordinate verification testing from coupon to prototype levels under representative loading and relevant environments.
• Lead the effort to provide guidance, feedback and evaluation during the development of new modeling and simulation tools.
• Capture, document and train best practices and guidelines for design with advanced high temperature composites to grow the discipline.
• Participate in the development and maturation of novel material systems through requirements derivation and performance simulations.
• Prepare technical reports to capture all knowledge generated and share with the greater team.
• Embody a culture of continuous improvement and promote safe work habits at all times.

Equal Opportunity Employer/Veterans/Disabled

Benefit offerings available for our associates include medical, dental, vision, life insurance, short-term disability, additional voluntary benefits, an EAP program, commuter benefits, and a 401K plan. Our benefit offerings provide employees the flexibility to choose the type of coverage that meets their individual needs. In addition, our associates may be eligible for paid leave including Paid Sick Leave or any other paid leave required by Federal, State, or local law, as well as Holiday pay where applicable.

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