Sierra Nevada Corporation

Structural Engineer II

Sierra Nevada Corporation$75K — $95K *
Aerospace & Defense
Less than 5 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Bachelor's degree in Aerospace or Mechanical Engineering or related field
  • 2+ years of experience in structural engineering or similar role
  • Proficient understanding of structural analysis and design principles
  • Basic knowledge of Computer Aided Engineering tools
  • Experience in multi-disciplinary design and development teams
  • Exposure to Static and/or Dynamic Analyses

Responsibilities

  • Design and evaluate complex metallic and composite structures
  • Conduct advanced structural analysis and validation
  • Develop and execute test plans for structural components
  • Prepare and review technical documentation and reports
  • Collaborate with engineering teams to optimize structural designs
  • Ensure compliance with industry standards and regulations

Benefits

  • Medical, dental, and vision plans
  • 401(k) with 150% match up to 6%
  • Life insurance
  • 3 weeks paid time off
  • Tuition reimbursement
Full Job Description
If you like solving problems and working with complex materials and systems, join our amazing team! As a Structural Engineer II, you will play a critical role in designing, evaluating, and certifying complex aerospace and defense structures. You will perform advanced structural analysis, develop test plans, and work closely with cross-functional teams to ensure product compliance and performance.

Responsibilities:

  • Design and evaluate complex metallic and composite structures.
  • Conduct advanced structural analysis and validation.
  • Develop and execute test plans for structural components.
  • Prepare and review technical documentation and reports.
  • Collaborate with engineering teams to optimize structural designs.
  • Ensure compliance with industry standards and regulations.


Qualifications You Must Have:
  • Bachelor's degree in Aerospace Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Civil Engineering, or a related field.
  • 2+ years of experience in structural engineering or a related role.
  • Higher level relevant degree may substitute for experience.
  • Proficient understanding of structural analysis and design principles.
  • Understanding of engineering principles and practices.
  • Basic knowledge of Computer Aided Engineering tools.
  • Experience working in multi-disciplinary design and development teams.
  • Exposure to Static and/or Dynamic Analyses.


Qualifications We Prefer:
  • Master's degree in a related field.
  • Experience with advanced structural analysis tools and software.
  • Experience in Engineering Simulation using Finite Element structural analysis (FEA) tools such as MSC Patran, Nastran, FEMAP, or ANSYS.
  • Experience performing fatigue and damage tolerance analysis utilizing tools such as NASGRO or AFGROW.
  • Ability to perform classical analysis using industry standard hand calculation methods.
  • Ability to author substantiation reports.
  • Background in the Aerospace and Defense Industry.


Essential Functions:
  • Ability to work on a computer for extended periods.
  • Occasional travel may be required.
  • Ability to work in an office or hybrid environment.
  • Applying systematic and logical problem-solving techniques to develop structural designs and analysis.
  • Clearly convey technical information, design specifications, and project updates to team members, stakeholders, and management.
  • Ability to understand technical documents, designs and test reports.


This posting will be open for application for a minimum of 5 days and may be extended based on business needs.

SNC offers a generous benefit package, including medical, dental, and vision plans, 401(k) with 150% match up to 6%, life insurance, 3 weeks paid time off, tuition reimbursement, and more.

IMPORTANT NOTICE:
This position requires the ability to obtain and maintain a Secret U.S. Security Clearance. U.S. Citizenship status is required as this position needs an active U.S. Security Clearance for employment. Non-U.S. citizens may not be eligible to obtain a security clearance. The Department of Defense Consolidated Adjudications Facility (DoD CAF), a federal government agency, handles the adjudicative aspects of the security clearance eligibility process for industry applicants. Adjudicative factors which affect the outcome of the eligibility determination include, but are not limited to, allegiance to the U.S., foreign influence, foreign preference, criminal conduct, security violations and illegal drug use.

Learn more about the background check process for Security Clearances.

This posting will be open for application for a minimum of 5 days and may be extended based on business needs.

SNC offers a generous benefit package, including medical, dental, and vision plans, 401(k) with 150% match up to 6%, life insurance, 3 weeks paid time off, tuition reimbursement, and more.

About Sierra Nevada Corporation

Sierra Nevada Corporation (SNC) is an American privately held electronic systems provider and systems integrator specializing in microsatellites, telemedicine, and commercial orbital transportation services. The company was founded in 1963 and is headquartered in Sparks, Nevada. SNC has a workforce of over 4,000 employees and operates in 33 locations in 19 U.S. states, United Kingdom, Germany, Turkey, and Australia. The company's products and services include spacecraft, aircraft, electronics, and cyber security. SNC is committed to providing innovative solutions that help customers achieve their goals.
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Size
4,000 employees
Industry
Founded
1980

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