Structural Mechanics Engineer/Scientist (REQ 189)

Applied Physical Sciences Corp (APS); New London (CT); On-site; USD 80,000 - 110,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Excellent benefits

Opportunities for growth

Job summary

A research and development firm is seeking a highly motivated mid-level Structural Mechanics Engineer to support engineering and design efforts. The role involves performing analytical and numerical modeling, conducting finite element analysis, and working with various materials. Candidates should have a degree in engineering and relevant experience in structural mechanics. The position is full-time with competitive salary and benefits.

Qualifications

• 3+ years of experience in structural mechanics or related fields.
• Experience with linear and nonlinear analysis techniques.
• Ability to obtain a DoD security clearance.

Responsibilities

• Perform analytical and numerical modeling of structural systems.
• Conduct finite element analysis and evaluations of dynamic events.
• Work with different materials in design and analysis contexts.

Skills

Structural mechanics

Stress analysis

Material modeling

Dynamic responses

Finite element analysis

Education

Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in mechanical, civil, or aerospace engineering

Tools

ABAQUS

NASTRAN

ANSYS

LS-DYNA

Job description

Overview

Applied Physical Sciences (APS) is seeking a highly motivated mid-level Structural Mechanics Engineer/Scientist (REQ 189) to support research, development, engineering and design efforts in DoD and DoE systems. The role focuses on structural mechanics, stress analysis, material modeling, and dynamic responses under various conditions.

Responsibilities

• Perform analytical and numerical modeling of structural systems and components.
• Conduct finite element analysis and evaluations of dynamic events; apply linear and nonlinear techniques.
• Work with metallic, composite, and polymer structures in design and analysis contexts.
• Support research, development, engineering and design efforts with a focus on material responses under dynamic conditions.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in mechanical, civil, or aerospace engineering.
• 3+ years of experience in structural mechanics, stress analysis, structural design, material modeling, or shock analysis and testing.
• Experience with finite element analysis codes (ABAQUS, NASTRAN, ANSYS, LS-DYNA).
• Experience with explicit and implicit solution methods; knowledge of linear and nonlinear techniques.
• Background in material constitutive models, equations of state and failure models is beneficial.
• Experience with metallic, composite and polymer structures design and analysis.
• Ability to obtain a DoD security clearance or possess an active clearance preferred.

Additional Information

• Location: Groton, CT or Arlington, VA.
• Employment type: Full-time.
• Seniority level: Mid-Senior level.

About APS

APS, a wholly owned subsidiary of General Dynamics Corporation, offers a small company environment with competitive salary, excellent benefits, and opportunities for growth. APS invites qualified applicants to apply by submitting a resume and application using the form below, or by mail or fax with the requisition number and title in the subject line.

Equal Employment Opportunity

APS is an Equal Opportunity Employer/M/F/Disability/Protected Veteran. We invite all applicants to self-identify as required by EEO laws and company policy.