FEA Engineer

Advanced Technology and Research Corporation

• $80K — $120K *
Aerospace & Defense
Less than 5 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Bachelor of Science in Mechanical Engineering required; advanced degree preferred
  • 2-3 years of experience in finite element modelling desired
  • Professional ability to apply scientific methodology to engineering problems
  • Strong understanding of structural dynamics, vibration, and acoustic signatures
  • Experience with automation scripting tools in MATLAB
  • Familiarity with finite element analysis software, especially Abaqus
  • Experience with mesh generation tools like HyperMesh

Responsibilities

  • Perform finite element modelling and analysis of Naval systems and components
  • Analyze and evaluate acoustic behavior of Navy vessels and related articles
  • Design and evaluate techniques to mitigate acoustic signatures
  • Produce detailed technical documents and reports

Benefits

  • Opportunity to work at a government client site
  • Collaborative team environment within the Engineering Services Division
  • Focus on cutting-edge research in structural dynamics and acoustics
  • Potential for career advancement through ongoing training and experience
  • Work on impactful projects related to Navy platforms
Full Job Description
Salary Range: $80,000-$120,000 USD per year

PRINCIPAL DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES:

The successful applicant will join ATR's Engineering Services Division, working as a team member at our government client site, Naval Surface Warfare Center Carderock Division, West Bethesda MD to perform finite element modelling and analysis in the field of structural dynamics and vibration as applied to Navy platforms. Duties include but not limited to:
  • Perform finite element modelling and analysis of Naval systems and components
  • Analyze and evaluate the acoustic behavior of Navy vessels and test articles
  • Design and evaluate acoustics signature mitigation techniques
  • Produce technical documents and reports


EDUCATION & EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENTS:
  • Minimum Bachelor of Science in Mechanical Engineering
  • Advanced degree preferred
  • 2-3 years of finite element modelling experience desired

SKILLS & ABILITIES REQUIREMENTS:

Candidate must have professional ability to apply scientific methodology to engineering problems, and must be a self-starter and willing to learn. We are looking for applicants with a high level of technical/intellectual curiosity and the ability to work independently.
  • Understanding of structural dynamics and vibration
  • Understanding of acoustics signatures
  • Ability to perform finite element modelling and analysis
  • Ability to write automation scripting tools using MATLAB
  • Familiar with finite element analysis software such as Abaqus
  • Familiar with finite element mesh generation tools such as HyperMesh

OTHER REQUIREMENTS:

Candidate must be a US citizen with the ability to obtain and maintain a security clearance or favorable adjudication of a national security background investigation. Current successful background investigation completion is a plus.

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