Structural Response M&S Engineer

CFD Research Corporation; Huntsville (AL); On-site; USD 70,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salaries

401(k) + ESOP

Insurance package (medical, vision, &s

Dental insurance

Paid leave

Parental leave

Disability coverage

Life insurance

Bonuses

Job summary

CFD Research Corporation in Huntsville, AL, seeks a Structural Response M&S Engineer to perform thermo-structural analysis of composites and structures under varied conditions relevant to high-speed flight systems. You will use Abaqus and work with a team of engineers and software developers to push state-of-the-practice in structural response modeling.

The position requires industry or research experience in physics-based modeling, proficiency with Abaqus, and the ability to obtain/maintain a

Qualifications

• Physics-based modeling and simulation experience in industry or research.
• Experience with Abaqus for thermo-structural analysis and nonlinear problems.
• Proficiency in Python, C/C++, or Fortran for analysis setup and execution.

Responsibilities

• Conduct thermo-structural response analyses of composites for high-speed flight systems.
• Perform linear and nonlinear simulations including transient loads and contact interactions.
• Collaborate with engineers, scientists, and software developers to advance structural response modeling techniques.

Skills

Python

C/C++

Fortran

Abaqus

Nonlinear analysis

Fracture modeling

Python scripting

Customer presentation

Education

Aerospace/Civil/Mechanical Eng (B.S. or higher)

Tools

Abaqus

Job description

About CFD Research

Since its inception in 1987, CFD Research has delivered innovative technology solutions within the Aerospace & Defense, Biomedical & Life Sciences, Intelligence & Sensing, and Energy & Materials industries. CFD Research has earned multiple national awards for successful application and commercialization of innovative component/system technology prototypes, multi-physics simulation software, multi-disciplinary analyses, and expert support services. Based in Huntsville, Alabama where laboratory facilities and headquarters are located, CFD Research also has office and laboratory facilities in Dayton, Ohio, prototyping test and evaluation facilities in Hollywood, Alabama, and office facilities in Fort Walton Beach, Florida. CFD Research is an ISO9001:AS9100D registered company and is appraised at CMMI Level II for Services. CFD Research is a 100% ESOP (employee-owned company) recognized in Inc. Magazine's Inc5000 as a top growing company for four of the last five years. Learn more at www.cfd-research.com.

Structural Response M&S Engineer (Huntsville, AL)

CFD Research is seeking to hire a structural response modeling and simulation engineer to support multiple projects. This individual will conduct thermo-structural response analysis of composite materials and structures under a variety of conditions and environments relevant to high-speed flight systems using tools such as Abaqus. Analysis tasks will consist of both linear and highly nonlinear problems due to integration of advanced techniques related to transient loads and contact interactions, as well as progressive damage models. In addition to delivering timely results, the individual will work with a team of engineers, scientists, and software developers to research, develop, and demonstrate novel approaches to advance the state-of-the-practice in structural response modeling of carbon-based composite materials and structures.

Basic Qualifications

• At least two years of relevant industry and/or research experience with physics-based modeling and simulation
• Experience with Abaqus
• Experience with nonlinear structural analysis
• Experience with failure modeling of composite materials (e.g., common techniques for fracture propagation)
• Experience with common Aerospace industry materials and practices for designing flight vehicles
• Demonstrated capability using Python, C/C++, or Fortran for analysis setup and execution (e.g., batch pre- and post-processing)
• Experience presenting to customers
• Candidate must be a U.S. Citizen and possess the ability to obtain and maintain a security clearance.

Other Qualifications (Preferred)

• Thorough knowledge of Abaqus input file (keyword) format
• Experience in material science and/or chemistry is a plus
• Experience with composite materials micro-mechanics or multiscale modeling approaches
• Experience with structural dynamics and thermal analysis, transient loading, nonlinear implicit and explicit analysis
• Experience with modeling of material constitutive response using user subroutines
• Experience with CFD codes, multi-physics analysis
• Experience with additional DoD/Industry standard FEM tools

Typical Degrees Hired Will Include

• Aerospace Engineering, Civil Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Materials Science/ Engineering, Physics (Graduate and Undergraduate)

Requirements

• Candidate should be a US Citizen and meet eligibility to work for any employer.
• Candidate must have the ability to obtain and maintain a security clearance (An active security clearance is preferable.)
• Be available to work in Huntsville, AL

Location

This role is based in the Huntsville, AL area, and is 100% onsite.

Benefits

• Competitive salaries
• Employer matching 401(k) and Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP)
• Full-Time, permanent employee-owners a highly competitive insurance package, including medical, vision, and dental insurance
• Company paid leave
• Compensation time
• Parental leave
• Long-term disability
• Short-term disability
• Accidental death and dismemberment
• Life insurance
• Part-Time and Temporary employee-owners may receive partial or reduced benefits and leave time based on their employment status level
• Performance appraisals occur twice a year
• Annual pay increases are based upon corporate goals, personal development, performance, and outstanding achievements
• Group and individual bonuses are awarded for exceptional performance

CFD Research is an EO employer - Veterans/Disabled and other protected categories