Junior Stress Analyst

Amentum • Houston, TX

2d • Onsite

About The Position

Amentum has an opportunity for a Junior Stress Analyst to join the team with Oceaneering, supporting NASA/JSC’s Structures Branch. The analyst supports structural analysis for flight hardware, ground support equipment, and test support equipment. Work includes reviewing structural requirements, performing classical hand calculations, creating and analyzing finite element models, calculating margins of safety, preparing reports, collaborating with engineers to resolve technical issues, and assessing parts and assemblies for fracture control and fastener/joint compliance with relevant NASA standards.

The role is generally performed in an office environment, although tasks may involve inside or outside work. Regular attendance and schedule flexibility to support peak periods and surge requirements are important. The position requires professional conduct and appropriate grooming and dress.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering or Aerospace Engineering.
• Typically requires a bachelor's degree in Engineering and experience in the field or a related area.
• Familiarity with desktop software applications, including MS Office.
• Excellent oral and written communication skills.
• Ability to complete a U.S. government background investigation.
• Proof of U.S. citizenship or U.S. permanent residency may be required.

Nice To Haves

• Previous experience performing structural analysis on NASA spaceflight hardware.
• Previous experience using the finite element analysis tools listed in the job description.
• Previous experience or familiarity with NASGRO.
• Familiarity with NASA-STD-5001, NASA-STD-5005, and other relevant NASA standards.

Responsibilities

• Support structural analysis tasks for the NASA/JSC customer in the Structures Branch.
• Review and understand structural requirements for flight hardware, ground support equipment, and test support equipment.
• Perform classical hand calculations for stress analysis and determine margins of safety.
• Create finite element models using PATRAN, FEMAP, MSC/MARC, or more advanced solutions.
• Apply loads and boundary conditions to finite element models and post-process results.
• Calculate margins of safety for parts and assemblies.
• Prepare structural analysis reports.
• Collaborate with other engineers to resolve technical issues.
• Assess parts and assemblies for fracture control per NASA-STD-5019.
• Assess fastener and joint assemblies per NASA-STD-5020.
• Perform other duties as required.

Benefits

• Excellent personal and professional career growth.
• A 9/80 work schedule, every other Friday off, when applicable.
• Onsite cafeteria serving breakfast and lunch.
• 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.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level