Structural Dynamics Engineer (II or III), Spacecraft

Trueanomalyinc; California (MO); On-site; USD 85,000 - 135,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

401K

Parental Leave

Job summary

True Anomaly is seeking a Structural Dynamics Analyst to contribute to the analysis and validation of spacecraft systems. You will perform stress analyses and develop finite element models to ensure systems meet performance standards in dynamic environments.

The ideal candidate has a degree in Mechanical or Aerospace Engineering, with experience in structural dynamics analysis. We offer a competitive salary, equity options, and a comprehensive benefits package.

Qualifications

• 2+ years of experience in structural dynamics analysis for aerospace applications.
• Familiar with dynamic environments such as launch loads, vibration, and shock.
• Good understanding of structural mechanics and material properties.

Responsibilities

• Analyze and validate spacecraft/missile defense systems for performance under dynamic environments.
• Perform static and structural stress analyses.
• Develop and validate finite element models for predicting dynamic behavior.

Skills

Structural dynamics analysis

Finite element analysis (FEA)

Mechanical Engineering

Aerospace Engineering

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical or Aerospace Engineering

Master’s degree in Mechanical or Aerospace Engineering

Tools

FEMAP

HyperWorks

SolidWorks

Teamcenter

Job description

Space is a warfighting domain. True Anomaly seeks those with the talent and ambition to build the technology that secures it.

OUR MISSION

True Anomaly delivers decisive capabilities for space superiority. We build autonomous spacecraft, advanced payloads, mission software, and space-based interceptors — enabling the U.S. and its Allies to secure the space environment and counter threats from the ultimate high ground.

OUR VALUES

• Be the offset. We create asymmetric advantages with creativity and ingenuity.
• What would it take? We challenge assumptions to deliver ambitious results.
• It’s the people. Our team is our competitive advantage and we are better together.

RESPONSIBILITIES

• Participate in the analysis and validation of spacecraft and/or missile defense structural systems to ensure survivability and performance under dynamic environments, including launch, on-orbit, and mission operations.
• Perform static structural stress analyses, including inertial and handling load simulations.
• Perform structural dynamics stress analyses, including modal, harmonic, random vibration, shock, and transient response simulations.
• Develop and validate finite element models (FEMs) of spacecraft and/or missile defense structures and subsystems, ensuring accuracy in predicting dynamic behavior.
• Participate in dynamic testing campaigns, including vibration, shock, and acoustic testing, to verify structural integrity and correlate models with test results.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams, including mechanical, thermal, and systems engineering, to ensure structural requirements are met.

QUALIFICATIONS

• Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering, Aerospace Engineering, or a related field.
• 2+ years of experience in structural dynamics analysis for aerospace, defense, or high-reliability applications.
• OR, Master’s degree in Mechanical Engineering, Aerospace Engineering, or a related field (no years of working experience required).
• Experience with finite element analysis (FEA) tools such as FEMAP/NASTRAN or HyperWorks/OptiStruct.
• Experience with dynamic environments such as launch loads, aero loads, vibration, and shock.
• Good understanding of structural mechanics, material properties, and failure modes in aerospace applications.

PREFERRED SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE

• Familiarity with spacecraft-specific structural dynamics challenges, such as coupled loads analysis and dynamic coupling between subsystems.
• Familiarity with missile-specific structural dynamics challenges, such as aerothermal loading.
• Experience working with lightweight structures, composites, and advanced materials.
• Proficiency in CAD tools, such as SolidWorks/NX for integrating FEMs with detailed vehicle assembly models – Teamcenter for PLM.
• Hands‑on experience with environmental testing, including random, sine, and sine burst vibration.
• Hands‑on experience with instrumentation for dynamic testing, including accelerometers, strain gauges, and data acquisition systems.
• Hands‑on experience with environmental testing including shock and acoustic tests.
• Demonstrated experience with full program life cycle (capture to launch).

COMPENSATION

• Base Salary II: $85,000-$135,000
• Base Salary III: $105,000- $170,000
• Equity + Benefits: Health, Dental, Vision, HRA/HSA options, PTO and paid holidays, 401K, Parental Leave

ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS

• Ability to maintain or obtain TS/SCI clearance.
• Work Location— this is a fully onsite position based out of our Centennial, CO or Long Beach, CA office.
• Work environment— the work environment; temperature, noise level, inside or outside, or other factors that will affect the person's working conditions while performing the job.
• Physical demands— the physical demands of the job, including bending, sitting, lifting and driving.
• U.S. citizenship or eligibility to obtain ITAR‑required authorizations per U.S. Government export regulations.

EEO STATEMENT

True Anomaly is committed to equal employment opportunity on any basis protected by applicable state and federal laws. If you have a disability or additional need that requires accommodation, please do not hesitate to let us.