Bachelor's degree in Engineering or Physical Science
15+ years of experience in aerospace hardware development
Expertise in analytical techniques for aerospace applications
Proficiency in stress analysis and structural design
Top Secret clearance required
U.S. Citizenship mandatory
Responsibilities
Perform detailed stress analyses on vehicle systems and structures
Design and analyze mechanical structures for various operational stresses
Ensure proper load paths for assembly support
Resolve technical problems and provide engineering solutions
Interface with multiple technical disciplines to meet spacecraft objectives
Conduct modal analyses using advanced digital signal processing
Analyze mechanics of materials and metal fatigue for aerospace hardware
Benefits
Competitive PTO policy
401k retirement plan
Comprehensive health benefits
Full Job Description
Structural Analysis Engineer Level IV
We are looking for highly qualified candidates to support an engineering and technical services contract located at the Naval Research Laboratory (NRL) facility in Washington, DC. This is a full-time position.
Roles and Responsibilities:
Responsibilities include performing detailed stress analyses on the vehicle system and related structures; design and analyze mechanical structures for stresses caused by integration, launch, operations, handling, and support structures; assure proper load paths have been developed to support an assembly; resolve technical problems as they arise, provide engineering solutions based on calculations and test, and interface with the many complex technical disciplines, such as thermal, electrical, and structural to satisfy spacecraft level objectives; analyze and design assemblies involving temperatures ranging from that of liquid helium to substantially above ambient temperature; plan and conduct modal analyses of structural components and systems using advanced digital signal processing equipment; perform analysis for mechanics of materials, metal fatigue, and structural design of aerospace and space hardware as required by specific task assignment; use appropriate computer programs required for his or her area of expertise; communicate effectively in oral presentations in front of managers and sponsors and write clear thorough documentation based on work performed.
Education and Experience:
Minimum Bachelor's degree in Engineering or Physical Science with an additional 15 years of experience developing and qualifying aerospace hardware using the latest analytical techniques.
Clearance Requirements:
Position requires Top Secret clearance
Please note: U.S. Citizenship is required for this position
Salary Range:
$120,000 - $160,000
Velos offers a competitive benefits package including PTO, 401k, and health benefits.
