Structural Engineer - Space Hardware & Prototype Testing

John Galt Staffing; Lexington (MA); On-site; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

John Galt Staffing is seeking a Structural Engineer to analyze, design, and test prototype hardware for high-impact national security missions. The role emphasizes finite element modeling, margin assessments, and hands-on test support from concept through prototype testing and on-orbit demonstration where applicable.

The successful candidate will work within an interdisciplinary team, coordinate with management to align analyses with schedules, and maintain thorough documentation and reviews of

Qualifications

• Femap/Nastran structural analysis including structures, bolts, and margin assessments.
• 5 years of SolidWorks or comparable CAD experience.
• Engineering documentation, procedures, work instructions, and document control.
• MS Office tools, including Word, Excel, Project, and Visio.
• Strong organization, attention to detail, and multidisciplinary teamwork.
• Degree Level: B.S. in Aerospace or Mechanical Engineering with 5 years structural analysis experience OR M.S. in Aerospace or Mechanical Engineering with 3 years structural analysis experience.
• US Citizenship required; Interim Secret clearance sufficient for start but will need to be cleared to the Top Secret level.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate with project management and engineering teams to align structural analysis and test-support activities with program schedules.
• Maintain controlled structural engineering documentation, including CAD and analysis files, reports, drawings, procedures, and work instructions.
• Support design reviews, test planning, and digital engineering activities.

Skills

Femap/Nastran

SolidWorks CAD

Engineering documentation

MS Office

Teamwork

US Citizenship

Top Secret clearance capable

Education

B.S. in Aerospace or Mechanical Engineering

M.S. in Aerospace or Mechanical Engineering

Tools

Femap

Nastran

SolidWorks

CAD software

MS Office

Job description

John Galt Staffing is seeking a Structural Engineer to analyze, design, and test prototype hardware for high-impact national security missions. The role emphasizes finite element modeling, margin assessments, and hands-on test support from concept through prototype testing and on-orbit demonstration where applicable.

The successful candidate will work within an interdisciplinary team, coordinate with management to align analyses with schedules, and maintain thorough documentation and reviews of