Structural Engineer / Stress Analyst

Airswift; Hanover (MD); On-site; USD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

Airswift is seeking a Structural Engineer / Stress Analyst for a 6-month assignment in Hanover, MD, with potential extension. The role involves performing structural analysis using hand calculations and FEA on subsea structures and vehicles, ensuring integrity and load path optimization.

The candidate will develop load cases, size conceptual structures, run static and dynamic analyses with ANSYS/NASTRAN, and document results while collaborating with design teams through project milestones.

Qualifications

• ABET-accredited engineering degree required.
• 15+ years in stress analysis with FEA.
• Proficiency in ANSYS/NASTRAN and SolidWorks.
• US citizenship with clearance capability preferred.

Responsibilities

• Develop load cases and quantify loads for primary and secondary structures.
• Perform initial sizing of conceptual structure.
• Perform static analysis using industry standard methods (Bruhn, Roark, Shigley).
• Perform stress analysis by developing, solving, and post processing large FEA models using ANSYS.
• Possess an understanding of converting complex systems into simplified FEA.
• Participate in design reviews.
• Properly document analysis.
• Additional duties as assigned.

Skills

FEA

ANSYS

NASTRAN

SolidWorks

Stress analysis

3D CAD

Education

ABET accredited engineering degree

Tools

ANSYS

NASTRAN

SolidWorks

Job description

Job Title: Structural Engineer Duration: 6 Month assignment with possibility of extension Schedule: 5/40 Location: Hanover, MD

Short Description This is a Structural Engineer / Stress Analyst position. The engineer will perform structural analysis using FEA and hand calculations on subsea structure and vehicles.

Description In the Structural Engineer / Stress Analyst position you will work in a fast-paced environment and perform structural analysis using hand calculations and finite element analysis (FEA) on a wide variety of highly loaded subsea structure such as remotely operated vehicle (ROV) frames, mechanisms, pressure vessels, ship over-boarding equipment, and advanced development projects. You will work with designer engineers from a program’s initial stages through structural testing and completion, influence load path, and ensure structural integrity. The work spans static and dynamic studies, performing linear and non-linear structural analysis including transient shock, fatigue and fracture, bolt and weld analysis, defining load tests, DDAM, and documentation.

Applicant must be a US citizen and have the capability to obtain a security clearance, active clearance is preferred. Applicants with Top Secret/SCI with CI poly are preferred.

Responsibilities

• Develop load cases and quantify loads for primary and secondary structures.
• Perform initial sizing of conceptual structure.
• Perform static analysis using industry standard methods (Bruhn, Roark, Shigley).
• Perform stress analysis by developing, solving, and post processing large FEA models using ANSYS.
• Possess an understanding of converting complex systems into simplified FEA.
• Participate in design reviews.
• Properly document analysis.
• Additional duties as assigned.

Experience

• Bachelor’s degree in engineering from an ABET accredited program.
• Bachelor’s degree is preferred; however, years of experience will be considered in lieu of degree.
• 15+ years of experience in stress analysis.
• Proficient in standard industry analytical methods (FEA and classical hand analysis).
• Proficiency in ANSYS, NASTRAN, or similar.
• ANSYS is strongly preferred as the candidate would need to hit the ground running, there will not be training on the software.
• Basic proficiency in 3D CAD platform, preferably SolidWorks.
• Familiar with a variety of analyses including static, dynamic, loads, nonlinear contact, stability, vibration, frequency response, transient shock, DDAM, bolt analysis, weld analysis, fatigue, fracture, structural optimization, and pressure vessel analysis.

Organizational skills and ability to prioritize daily activities to meet department objectives.

Very good written communication skills, including the ability to read, write, and understand technical requirements and reports.

Must be able to obtain a security clearance, active clearance is preferred. #LI-AP5