Structural Analysis Engineer IV

This role will require the engineer to work cross-functionally and identify needs from other engineering and programmatic groups including systems engineers and program managers.

In addition, they will be required to tackle open-ended analysis problems that require proactive communication and problem-solving.

In general, the engineer will be required to support the following tasks:

• Lead and assist with the structural analysis of small satellites, payloads, sub-assemblies, and ground support equipment.
• Develop and execute finite element models (FEM) to simulate and predict the structural behavior of various components using NASA & Mil Standards.
• Perform first-principles calculations throughout the design cycle.
• Perform linear and nonlinear static, dynamic, and thermal analyses to assess stress margins, fatigue life, and potential failure modes.
• Collaborate with design engineers to optimize structural designs, materials, and configurations to meet performance, weight, and cost targets while ensuring structural safety and reliability.
• Conduct trade studies and sensitivity analyses to evaluate design alternatives, assess design margins, and mitigate structural risks and uncertainties.
• Generate comprehensive analysis reports, technical memos, and presentations to communicate analysis results, conclusions, and recommendations to project stakeholders, including management, customers, and regulatory authorities.
• Provide feedback and input to cross-functional teams:
• Provide structural input to help guide preliminary & detailed designs.
• Provide structural feedback on how to correct any design non-compliances.
• Provide structural input during test planning phases and process review.
• Support and collaborate with test engineers and technicians (AI&T staff) on the development and validation of structural models, simulations, and test plans for ground and flight testing.
• Utilize CAD software to design and develop various satellite components and ground support equipment.
• Support & design environmental test campaigns.
• Proactively identify inefficiencies or issues with analysis processes and propose / implement solutions.
• Specify structural & mechanical hardware and support quoting efforts.