Structural Dynamics Engineer (II or III), Spacecraft
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Trueanomalyinc · Denver, Canada$85K–$135K/yrFull-timeOn-site3w ago
AssemblyCADSolidWorks
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Responsibilities
- Participate in the analysis and validation of spacecraft and/or missile defense structural systems to ensure survivability and performance under dynamic environments, including launch, on-orbit, and mission operations.
- Perform static structural stress analyses, including inertial and handling load simulations.
- Perform structural dynamics stress analyses, including modal, harmonic, random vibration, shock, and transient response simulations.
- Develop and validate finite element models (FEMs) of spacecraft and/or missile defense structures and subsystems, ensuring accuracy in predicting dynamic behavior.
- Participate in dynamic testing campaigns, including vibration, shock, and acoustic testing, to verify structural integrity and correlate models with test results.
- Collaborate with cross-functional teams, including mechanical, thermal, and systems engineering, to ensure structural requirements are met.
Requirements
- Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering, Aerospace Engineering, or a related field.
- 2+ years of experience in structural dynamics analysis for aerospace, defense, or high-reliability applications.
- OR, Master's degree in Mechanical Engineering, Aerospace Engineering, or a related field (no years of working experience required).
- Experience with finite element analysis (FEA) tools such as FEMAP/NASTRAN or HyperWorks/OptiStruct.
- Experience with dynamic environments such as launch loads, aero loads, vibration, and shock.
- Good understanding of structural mechanics, material properties, and failure modes in aerospace applications.
- PREFERRED SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE
- Familiarity with spacecraft-specific structural dynamics challenges, such as coupled loads analysis and dynamic coupling between subsystems.
- Familiarity with missile-specific structural dynamics challenges, such as aerothermal loading.
- Experience working with lightweight structures, composites, and advanced materials.
- Proficiency in CAD tools, such as SolidWorks/NX for integrating FEMs with detailed vehicle assembly models - Teamcenter for PLM.
- Hands-on experience with environmental testing, including random, sine, and sine burst vibration.
- Hands-on experience with instrumentation for dynamic testing, including accelerometers, strain gauges, and data acquisition systems.
- Hands-on experience with environmental testing including shock and acoustic tests.
- Demonstrated experience with full program life cycle (capture to launch).
Benefits
Base Salary II: $85,000-$135,000Base Salary III : $105,000- $170,000Equity + Benefits including Health, Dental, Vision, HRA/HSA options, PTO and paid holidays, 401K, Parental LeaveYour actual level and base salary will be determined on a case-by-case basis and may vary based on the following considerations: job-related knowledge and skills, education, location, and experience.ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTSAbility to maintain or obtain TS/SCI clearance.Work Location - this a fully onsite position based out of our Centennial, CO or Long Beach, CA office.Work environment -the work environment; temperature, noise level, inside or outside, or other factors that will affect the person's working conditions while performing the job.Physical demands -the physical demands of the job, including bending, sitting, lifting and driving.This position will be open until it is successfully filled. To submit your application, please follow the directions below. #LI-OnsiteTrue Anomaly is committed to equal employment opportunity on any basis protected by applicable state and federal laws. If you have a disability or additional need that requires accommodation, please do not hesitate to let us.Health insuranceDental insuranceVision insurance401(k)Paid time offEquity / stock optionsParental leave
Additional Information
Space is a warfighting domain. True Anomaly seeks those with the talent and ambition to build the technology that secures it. OUR MISSION True Anomaly delivers decisive capabilities for space superiority. We build autonomous spacecraft, advanced payloads, mission software, and space-based interceptors - enabling the U.S. and its Allies to secure the space environment and counter threats from the ultimate high ground. OUR VALUES Be the offset. We create asymmetric advantages with creativity and ingenuity. What would it take? We challenge assumptions to deliver ambitious results. It's the people. Our team is our competitive advantage and we are better together.
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