Structural Dynamics Project Engineer

The Aerospace Corporation; El Segundo (CA); On-site; USD 117,300 - 226,900; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health care

401(k) plan with company match

Relocation assistance

Education assistance

Job summary

The Aerospace Corporation is seeking a qualified engineer in El Segundo, CA, to lead New Glenn Structural Dynamics certification activities, verify coupled loads analyses, and assess booster recovery environments for Falcon and New Glenn programs.

The role requires coordinating with multiple engineering disciplines, interfacing with government customers, and ensuring compliance with verification and reuse criteria while maintaining the technical baseline.

Qualifications

• B.S. in Engineering or Physical Science from a recognized institution.
• 8+ years of applicable experience in structural engineering and launch vehicles (or 12+ years for Senior Project Engineer, including advanced degrees)
• Experience with dynamic testing and assessment of complex structures and components
• Experience working with a variety of engineering disciplines
• Demonstrated ability to collaborate with internal and external organizations
• Ability to obtain and maintain a U.S. government security clearance; U.S. citizenship required

Responsibilities

• Coordinating Structural Loads analyses with customer
• Serve as a Launch Vehicle Loads technical focal point for ETG, contractor, and customer interactions
• Work closely with the Falcon Chief Engineer and Assured Access to Space Directorate to maintain the technical baseline
• Work closely with the New Glenn Chief Engineer to execute New Glenn joint handling plans to close Structural Loads risks
• Coordinate and maintain support for the assessment of the New Glenn Launch System design, operational capabilities, and mission assurance
• Ensure Falcon Launch System meets the government evaluation criteria for non‑recurring design validation, recurring verification, and reuse extension
• Support configuration control efforts to maintain vehicle baseline acceptance

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Structural analysis

Cross-disciplinary collaboration

Education

B.S. in Engineering or Physical Science

Advanced degree preferred

Tools

Dynamics analysis tools

Job description

About the Role

The Launch Systems, Operations, and Development (LSOD) team within the Launch Systems Division is seeking a well‑qualified individual with demonstrated leadership and exceptional communication abilities to manage New Glenn Structural Dynamics certification activities. These activities include verification of coupled loads analysis, booster recovery environment assessment, and risk resolution, as well as supporting Falcon launch vehicle design evaluation and mission assurance tasks.

Responsibilities

• Coordinating Structural Loads analyses with customer
• Serve as a Launch Vehicle Loads technical focal point for ETG, contractor, and customer interactions
• Work closely with the Falcon Chief Engineer and Assured Access to Space Directorate to maintain the technical baseline
• Work closely with the New Glenn Chief Engineer to execute New Glenn joint handling plans to close Structural Loads risks
• Coordinate and maintain support for the assessment of the New Glenn Launch System design, operational capabilities, and mission assurance
• Ensure Falcon Launch System meets the government evaluation criteria for non‑recurring design validation, recurring verification, and reuse extension
• Support configuration control efforts to maintain vehicle baseline acceptance

Required Qualifications

• B.S. in Engineering or Physical Science from a recognized institution
• 8 or more years of applicable experience in structural engineering and launch vehicles (or 12+ years for Senior Project Engineer, including advanced degrees)
• Experience with dynamic testing and assessment of complex structures and components
• Experience working with a variety of engineering disciplines
• Demonstrated ability to collaborate with internal and external organizations
• Ability to obtain and maintain a U.S. government security clearance; U.S. citizenship required

Preferred Qualifications

• Advanced degree (Master’s or Ph.D.) in Aerospace or Mechanical Engineering or related discipline
• Advanced knowledge of Structural Dynamics and/or Dynamic Environments methodologies and tools
• Familiarity with NSSL standards related to launch vehicle and spacecraft environment (e.g., NSSL-S-004)
• Working knowledge of the mission assurance process and ability to coordinate it across multiple disciplines

Compensation & Benefits

We offer a competitive compensation package with a grade‑based pay range of $117,300.00 to $226,900.00 per year, plus variable pay for exceptional contributions. Benefits include comprehensive health care, paid holidays and vacation, standard and alternate work schedules with telework options, 401(k) plan with company match, flexible spending accounts, relocation assistance, professional development programs, and education assistance.

Equal Opportunity Statement

The Aerospace Corporation is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment and will not be discriminated against on the basis of race, age, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, and related medical conditions), sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, color, religion, genetic information, marital status, ancestry, national origin, protected veteran status, physical disability, mental disability, disability status, or any other characteristic protected by state or federal law. If you have a disability or need reasonable accommodation, please contact the hiring manager at 310.336.5432 or email [e-mail].