Associate Mechanical Analyst

Amentum

1d•$78,000 - $82,000•Hybrid

About The Position

We are launching people to the Moon and Mars. If you want to be part of this amazing mission and enjoy working in a great team environment, we would love to have you as part of our team that is making history, today. It takes big ideas and determination to take NASA's vision and make it reality. That's what we do every day. The COMET contract provides overall management and implementation of ground systems capabilities, flight hardware processing, and launch operations at NASA's Kennedy Space Center (KSC) in Florida. These tasks will support the International Space Station, Ground Systems Development and Operations, and the Space Launch System, Orion Multi-Purpose Crew Vehicle, and Launch Services programs. Responsibilities: · Provide technical engineering direction for the Mechanical Analysis department including design, analysis, implementation, and operational support. · Depending on the project type, tasks can vary between conceptual design, revisions to existing designs, and/or modifications to existing structures or Ground Support Equipment (GSE). · Through finite element analysis, computational fluid dynamics, and fundamental hand calculations, assure that systems/facilities operate in a safe and appropriate manner, and comply with all applicable NASA, federal, and industry codes/standards. · Prepare all essential design/analysis documentation required for a complete and viable engineering package – particularly authoring of a comprehensive Design Analysis Report (DAR). · Review and provide comment to engineering models, methodologies, and deliverables from colleagues within, and occasionally outside, the Mechanical Analysis department. · Troubleshoot equipment/system anomalies using available data and/or testing results. · Guide technicians through repairs and system operations referencing specific functional, maintenance, repair, and test procedures. · Successfully interface with the NASA customer and other client representatives by supporting or presenting at a variety of Engineering Review Boards. · Manage completion of tasks on-schedule and within budget to the customer's satisfaction. · Support construction activities to validate compliance with engineering drawings and contract documents. · Perform other duties as assigned. Qualifications - External Qualifications: Bachelor of Science (BS) in Engineering or technical equivalent from an accredited institution; at least four years of experience. · This is a mechanical/aerospace engineering position with required relevant analysis experience within the discipline of finite element analysis (FEA) and/or computational fluid dynamics (CFD). · Main skillsets concentrated in finite element stress analysis, heat transfer, thermodynamics and CFD. · Practical knowledge of applicable ASME, ASTM, SAE, AIAA, or other relevant industry standards is desired. · Proficient expertise in the use of standard industry FEA or CFD packages, such as NX Nastran, StarCCM, AFT Arrow, and/or Thermal Desktop is required. · Ability to perform complex hand calculations is required. · With limited guidance, must be capable of utilizing engineering concepts and advanced analysis techniques in order to gather data and write technical dispositions to bring systems/structures to their desired working fidelity. · Excellent technical writing, communication, presentation, and customer interface skills. · Ability to work effectively and cooperatively in a team environment. · Must be well organized, flexible, and capable of effectively prioritizing several multidisciplinary tasks. · Inherently self-motivated, demonstrate initiative, and able to work independently (or with minimal supervision). · Must have the ability to obtain and maintain a security clearance, if necessary. Physical Requirements: - Will be required to climb stairs in order to access equipment for trouble shooting. - Will be required to wear hearing protection, eye protection, and other associated personal protective equipment. - Position may involve extended periods of sitting or standing. - Physical requirements are: sitting, walking, standing, extensive use of stairs, and access to remote structures. - Position is located on a hazardous testing facility; must be able to quickly evacuate buildings in the event of an emergency. Work Environment: - Will be required to work inside and outside throughout the test complex. - Position may require travel to different areas on Kennedy Space Center property. - Hybrid (Part-Time Remote) options available. - Walking on uneven terrain including paved areas, gravel/rocks, and dirt/sand is required to access various locations on the center. - Climbing ladders and platforms may be necessary. - All work must be completed in a safe manner in accordance with NASA and company safety standards. Equipment and Machines: - Computers and printers used for producing analyses, reports, and schedules. - Variety of equipment used in testing. Attendance: - Full-time regular work hours between Monday-Friday. - Hybrid (Part-Time Remote) options available. - Position may require occasional overtime, including weekend work, depending on the assigned task. - Must be dependable and punctual. - Shift work may be required. Other Essential Functions - Must be able to accurately communicate ideas in writing and verbal correspondence. - Must be able to travel to support position requirements. This may include travel to and from the customer location, which may involve airline travel. In some cases, accommodations can be made for POV, if necessary. - Grooming and dress must be appropriate for the position and must not impose a safety risk/hazard to the employee or others. - Must comply with all “drug free workplace” requirements as mandated by directives issued by the appropriate federal contracting officer and the company, which requires drug testing for use of illegal drugs by employees in sensitive positions. - Government security clearance may be required in the future. - Must maintain a positive work atmosphere by behaving and communicating in a manner that fosters good relations with customers, clients, co-workers, and management Compensation Details: 78,000-82,000 The compensation range or hourly rate listed for this position is provided as a good-faith estimate of what the company intends to offer for this role at the time this posting was issued. Actual compensation may vary based on factors such as job responsibilities, education, experience, skills, internal equity, market data, applicable collective bargaining agreements, and relevant laws. Benefits Overview: Our health and welfare benefits are designed to support you and your priorities. Offerings include: Health, dental, and vision insurance Paid time off and holidays Retirement benefits (including 401(k) matching) Educational reimbursement Parental leave Employee stock purchase plan Tax-saving options Disability and life insurance Pet insurance Note: Benefits may vary based on employment type, location, and applicable agreements. Positions governed by a Collective Bargaining Agreement (CBA), the McNamara-O'Hara Service Contract Act (SCA), or other employment contracts may include different provisions/benefits. Original Posting: 02/05/2026 - Until Filled Amentum anticipates this job requisition will remain open for at least three days, with a closing date no earlier than three days after the original posting. This timeline may change based on business needs. Amentum is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. Our hiring practices provide equal opportunity for employment without regard to race, sex, sexual orientation, pregnancy (including pregnancy, childbirth, breastfeeding, or medical conditions related to pregnancy, childbirth, or breastfeeding), age, ancestry, United States military or veteran status, color, religion, creed, marital or domestic partner status, medical condition, genetic information, national origin, citizenship status, low-income status, or mental or physical disability so long as the essential functions of the job can be performed with or without reasonable accommodation, or any other protected category under federal, state, or local law. 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Requirements

Bachelor of Science (BS) in Engineering or technical equivalent from an accredited institution; at least four years of experience.
This is a mechanical/aerospace engineering position with required relevant analysis experience within the discipline of finite element analysis (FEA) and/or computational fluid dynamics (CFD).
Main skillsets concentrated in finite element stress analysis, heat transfer, thermodynamics and CFD.
Proficient expertise in the use of standard industry FEA or CFD packages, such as NX Nastran, StarCCM, AFT Arrow, and/or Thermal Desktop is required.
Ability to perform complex hand calculations is required.
With limited guidance, must be capable of utilizing engineering concepts and advanced analysis techniques in order to gather data and write technical dispositions to bring systems/structures to their desired working fidelity.
Excellent technical writing, communication, presentation, and customer interface skills.
Ability to work effectively and cooperatively in a team environment.
Must be well organized, flexible, and capable of effectively prioritizing several multidisciplinary tasks.
Inherently self-motivated, demonstrate initiative, and able to work independently (or with minimal supervision).
Must have the ability to obtain and maintain a security clearance, if necessary.

Nice To Haves

Practical knowledge of applicable ASME, ASTM, SAE, AIAA, or other relevant industry standards is desired.

Responsibilities

Provide technical engineering direction for the Mechanical Analysis department including design, analysis, implementation, and operational support.
Depending on the project type, tasks can vary between conceptual design, revisions to existing designs, and/or modifications to existing structures or Ground Support Equipment (GSE).
Through finite element analysis, computational fluid dynamics, and fundamental hand calculations, assure that systems/facilities operate in a safe and appropriate manner, and comply with all applicable NASA, federal, and industry codes/standards.
Prepare all essential design/analysis documentation required for a complete and viable engineering package – particularly authoring of a comprehensive Design Analysis Report (DAR).
Review and provide comment to engineering models, methodologies, and deliverables from colleagues within, and occasionally outside, the Mechanical Analysis department.
Troubleshoot equipment/system anomalies using available data and/or testing results.
Guide technicians through repairs and system operations referencing specific functional, maintenance, repair, and test procedures.
Successfully interface with the NASA customer and other client representatives by supporting or presenting at a variety of Engineering Review Boards.
Manage completion of tasks on-schedule and within budget to the customer's satisfaction.
Support construction activities to validate compliance with engineering drawings and contract documents.
Perform other duties as assigned.