Structural Analyst Engineer

As an early mover in the in-space transportation and infrastructure services, Momentus is at the forefront of the commercialization of space. With an experienced team of aerospace, propulsion, and robotics engineers, Momentus has developed a cost-effective and energy-efficient in-space transport system.

Daring problems require daring solutions. We boldly charge into uncharted territory knowing that no matter the outcome we will benefit from the journey and move closer to our goals no matter what. Our teams know that working at Momentus means more than building innovative technology, it means creating entirely new markets in the space economy. We are level-headed, business-minded strategic thinkers intent on providing immediate value to our customers today while simultaneously preparing for the vast possibilities of the future. If this sounds like you, we should talk.

The Structural Analyst Engineer will participate in the mechanical and structural design of flight hardware and will follow programs through execution of assembly, integration, and test. The ideal candidate should be comfortable working in a fast-paced environment and quickly adapting to new challenges.

Key Responsibilities:

Structural analysis of the spacecraft at the unit-level and system level using hand calcs and finite element analysis

Providing recommendations to mechanical design team to improve the spacecraft design for better environments

Generation of structural test specifications for components and for customer payloads

Conduct mechanical testing of systems and components including vibration testing, static load testing, and shock testing

Required Skills and Experience

Demonstrated experience with dynamics analysis using Femap/Nastran or similar finite element analysis software

Deep understanding of structural dynamics (modal analysis, resonance, damping, and random vibration)

Familiarity with the launch environment and space environment and how it affects mechanical hardware

Familiarity with material selection

Ability to work independently

Excellent technical communications skills

Good written and verbal communications skills

Desired Skills and Experience:

Experience defining requirements for mechanical systems and components

Experience analyzing and testing space hardware with demonstrated on-orbit success

Deep understanding of spacecraft structural loads (quasi-static loads, random vibration, shock, thermo-mechanical)

Familiarity with Coupled Loads Analysis

Experience running vibration and shock testing

Previous experience working on DoD and other USG development and deployment programs

Ability to hold and maintain a USG Security Clearance

Education & Work Experience:

BS degree in Mechanical Engineering or Engineering Mechanics , or a closely related discipline

5+ year relevant experience