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Structural Engineer Spacecraft with Security Clearance

Associates Systems LLC

Houston, TX

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SKILLS
Aerospace Engineering, Aerospace and Defense, Analysis Skills, Biomechanics, Book Design, CAD/CAM (Computer-Aided Design/Computer-Aided Manufacturing), Communication Skills, Data Analysis, Electronics, Fracture Mechanics, Manufacturing, Mechanical Design, Mechanical Engineering, Mentoring, Microsoft Excel, Microsoft Office, Microsoft PowerPoint, Microsoft Visio, Microsoft Word, Military, Model Verification, Presentation/Verbal Skills, Product Documentation, Product Lifecycle, Requirements Management, Security Clearance, SolidWorks, Stability Analysis, Static Analysis, Stress Engineering, Structural Engineering, Systems Analysis, Technical Leadership, Technical Writing, Technical/Engineering Design, Test Equipment, Testing, United States Citizen, Welding, Writing Skills
LOCATION
Houston, TX
POSTED
1 day ago
Structural/Stress Engineer Houston, Denver, or Tucson US Citizen Description of Duties * Independently and collaboratively perform static structural, fatigue, and fracture analyses of aerospace components, assemblies, and systems * Develop static, dynamic, and fatigue test plans and procedures, including special test equipment and sensor placement * Conduct data analysis and correlate analytical models with test results * Partner with design engineers to drive weight‑optimized, structurally sound component designs * Produce formal engineering documentation, including technical memoranda, analysis reports, design and development books, and product manuals * Operate effectively in a fast‑paced, interdisciplinary environment with evolving requirements Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities * Ability to derive vehicle load paths and reaction loads using free‑body diagrams * Familiarity with classical aerospace sizing methods (e.g., Bruhn, Niu, Roark) * Strong foundation in first‑principles methods for performing first‑order static structural hand calculations * Demonstrated proficiency with one or more analysis tools: NX FEMAP, PATRAN, Nastran, ANSYS, ABAQUS * Expertise in FEM modeling techniques, including boundary conditions, mid‑surfacing, element selection, structural idealization, bolted connections, contact modeling, and verification methods * Proficiency in structural analysis of aerospace systems and components, including: * Linear and nonlinear static analysis * Stability analysis * Sine and random vibration analysis * Shock and impact analysis * Ability to analyze structural stability (local buckling, global buckling, crippling) using classical methods and FEM * Experience performing bolted‑joint calculations (bolt preload, joint stiffness, shear‑tension interaction, insert pull‑out, etc.) in accordance with NASA‑STD‑5020 * Support for internal/external design reviews, TIMs, and PDR/CDR milestones * Experience with the design and development of spacecraft, spacesuits, aircraft, military systems, or other relevant vehicles and subsystems * Understanding of the full engineering product lifecycle-from requirements development through design, manufacturing, testing, and operations * Proficiency with Microsoft Office tools (Excel, Word, PowerPoint, Visio, Project) * Strong written and verbal communication skills * Ability to build and maintain positive working relationships; demonstrate creativity, flexibility, resourcefulness, sound judgment, tact, and a sense of humor * Ability to review and guide junior engineers' designs and analyses, providing mentorship and technical leadership Desired Experience * Background in one or more of the following disciplines: * Life Support System Design * Crew Systems Design * Crew Cabin Design * Mechanical Design * Mechanical Analysis * Strong understanding of fatigue and fracture mechanics, including experience with AFGRO/NASGRO, spectra development, NDE methods, fail‑safe vs. safe‑life approaches, and NASA‑STD‑5019 * Experience modeling and simulating electronics components and associated failure modes * Expertise in welded joint analysis * Experience with mechanical mechanisms such as bearings, valves, motors, rotating joints, and gears * Ability to manipulate SolidWorks CAD models directly for analysis and team collaboration Minimum Qualifications * Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering, Aerospace Engineering, or related field and 1-2 years of relevant industry experience * Master's degree in the same fields and 0-1 years of relevant experience * PhD in Mechanical, Bio‑mechanical, or Aerospace Engineering * U.S. citizen or U.S. permanent resident #CJ

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