Structural Analyst III – Lunar Permanence

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. Develop, execute, and manage structural analyses, reports, and qual test plans of test, development and flight hardware .

Posted 4/8/2026full-timeAlabama, California, Colorado, Florida, Washington • 🇺🇸 United StatesMid-LevelSenior💰 $121,023 - $169,432 per yearWebsite

Tech Stack

Tools & technologies

Assembly

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Develop, execute, and manage structural analyses, reports, and qual test plans of test, development and flight hardware
Lead and mentor junior engineers and insist on the highest standards
Collaborate with multidisciplinary across programs and earn the trust of others
Experience with piping analysis, ground test equipment analysis and dynamic stress analysis
Evaluate and refine designs to ensure performance, reliability, and cost effectiveness
Conduct static and dynamic finite element analysis to determine stress, deformation, and fatigue characteristics
Evaluate and recommend materials and manufacturing processes for structural components
Support the design, manufacturing, assembly, testing, and qualification of new flight hardware
Review and approve designs, changes, and risk assessments/mitigations
Lead technical presentations and communicate effectively with internal and external stakeholders
Ensure compliance with company, industry, and regulatory requirements

Requirements

What you’ll need

Bachelor's degree in Mechanical or Aerospace Engineering, or a related field
A minimum of 6 years of experience in analysis and design
Expert knowledge of finite element analysis, structural dynamics, thermal loading, and problem solving skills
Strong technical knowledge of cryogenic systems
Experience in specifying launch or space vehicle testing requirements of low/high cycle fatigue, fracture, creep, shock, and vibration response tests
Experience managing requirements, verifications, and certification documents
Proficient in simulation tools (such as ANSYS or NASTRAN) and CAD software (such as CREO, NX, Catia)
Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced, multidisciplinary team environment
Ability to work with early career engineers and mentor with best practices for low fidelity structural analysis and review of these packages
Excellent written and verbal communication skills, including the ability to communicate technical concepts to non-technical audiences

Benefits

Comp & perks

Medical, dental, vision, basic and supplemental life insurance
Paid parental leave
Short and long-term disability
401(k) with a company match of up to 5%
Education Support Program
Up to four (4) weeks paid time off per year based on weekly scheduled hours
Up to 14 company-paid holidays
Compensation subject to individual contributions and company's results

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Hard Skills & Tools

structural analysisfinite element analysisdynamic stress analysisstatic analysisthermal loadingcryogenic systemslow/high cycle fatiguefracture testingshock testingvibration response testing

Soft Skills

leadershipmentoringcollaborationcommunicationproblem solvingtrust buildingteamworkpresentation skillsorganizational skillsinterpersonal skills