Level 3 Communications, Inc

Specialist, Structural Engineering

Level 3 Communications, Inc$90K — $120K *
Aerospace & Defense
Less than 5 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Bachelor's Degree with 4+ years or Graduate Degree with 2+ years in aerospace/defense structural analysis
  • In lieu of a degree, 8+ years of relevant experience in structural analysis
  • Experience with finite element analysis software (e.g., ANSYS, Abaqus, Nastran)
  • Proficiency in CAD software and engineering analysis tools
  • Experience in structural analysis of metallic and/or composite aerospace structures

Responsibilities

  • Perform structural analysis and design for ramjet and scramjet propulsion components
  • Conduct finite element analysis (FEA) under various loading conditions
  • Evaluate structural integrity against thermal environments and aerodynamic loads
  • Generate analysis reports and technical documentation for reviews
  • Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams for integrated propulsion solutions
  • Support hardware testing programs and data correlation
  • Communicate analysis results and recommendations during meetings

Benefits

  • 9/80 work schedule with every other Friday off
  • State-of-the-art analysis tools
  • Opportunity to impact national defense capabilities
  • Cutting-edge work in hypersonic technology
  • Collaborative environment with world-class engineers
Full Job Description
Job Title: Specialist, Structural Engineering

Job Code: 39935

Job Location: Jupiter, FL

Job Schedule: 9/80: Employees work 9 out of every 14 days - totaling 80 hours worked - and have every other Friday off

Job Description:

Join our cutting-edge propulsion structures team where you'll perform critical structural analysis on air-breathing ramjet and scramjet propulsion systems for next-generation hypersonic missiles and aircraft. As a Structural Engineering Specialist, you'll work at the forefront of aerospace technology, solving complex thermal-structural challenges in extreme operating environments while collaborating with a team of world-class engineers and scientists. Located in Jupiter, FL, our facility offers a 9/80 work schedule for optimal work-life balance, state-of-the-art analysis tools, and the opportunity to directly impact national defense capabilities. If you're passionate about pushing the boundaries of high-speed flight and want to see your work take flight, we want to hear from you-apply today to join our mission-critical team!

Essential Functions:

  • Perform structural analysis and design of ramjet and scramjet propulsion system components including combustors, inlets, nozzles, and airframe integration structures
  • Conduct finite element analysis (FEA) for static, dynamic, thermal, and coupled thermo-mechanical loading conditions using industry-standard software tools
  • Evaluate structural integrity under extreme thermal environments, high-speed aerodynamic loads, and vibration/acoustic loading conditions
  • Generate structural analysis reports, design recommendations, and technical documentation to support design reviews and customer deliverables
  • Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams including aerodynamics, thermal, materials, and test engineers to develop integrated propulsion system solutions
  • Support hardware testing programs including test planning, instrumentation recommendations, data correlation, and model validation activities
  • Participate in design reviews, technical interchange meetings, and customer presentations to communicate analysis results and recommendations
  • Ability to obtain and maintain a U.S. Secret security clearance
  • Travel required approximately 10-15% for customer meetings, supplier visits, and test support activities


Qualifications:

  • Bachelor's Degree and minimum 4 years of prior related experience performing structural analysis in aerospace, defense, or related industry. Graduate Degree and a minimum of 2 years of prior related experience performing structural analysis in aerospace, defense, or related industry. In lieu of a degree, minimum of 8 years of prior related experience performing structural analysis in aerospace, defense, or related industry.
  • Demonstrated experience with finite element analysis software (e.g., ANSYS, Abaqus, Nastran, or similar)
  • Experience with structural analysis of metallic and/or composite aerospace structures
  • Proficiency with CAD software and engineering analysis tools


Preferred Additional Skills:

  • Active U.S. Secret or Top Secret security clearance
  • Bachelor's degree in Aerospace Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, or related engineering discipline
  • Master's degree in Aerospace Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, or related discipline with focus on structures, solid mechanics, or thermal-structures
  • Direct experience with propulsion system structures, high-temperature structures, or hypersonic vehicle structural analysis
  • Experience with thermal analysis, heat transfer modeling, and coupled thermal-structural analysis in high-temperature environments
  • Familiarity with composite materials analysis, damage tolerance, fracture mechanics, or fatigue analysis methodologies


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