Principal Structural Engineer

TEKsystems

1d•$71 - $71•Onsite

About The Position

• Perform structural analysis on spacecraft, instruments, payloads, optics, mechanisms, and ground support equipment. • Use closed form and finite element analysis techniques in stress analysis and structural dynamics. • Develop loads and environments for structure and components. • Support structural and environmental testing for static, modal, acoustic, shock, and vibration. • Write detailed reports for test and analysis activities. • Maintain a regular and predictable work schedule. • Establish and maintain effective working relationships within the department, the Strategic Business Units, Strategic Capabilities Units and the Company. Interact appropriately with others in order to maintain a positive and productive work environment. • Perform other duties as necessary. Working Conditions: • Work is performed in an office, laboratory, production floor, or cleanroom, outdoors or remote research environment. • May occasionally work in production work centers where use of protective equipment and gear are required. • May access other facilities in various weather conditions.

Requirements

BS degree or higher in Engineering or a related technical field is required plus 6 or more years related experience.
Each higher-level degree, i.e., Master’s Degree or Ph.D., may substitute for two years of experience. Related technical experience may be considered in lieu of education. Degree must be from a university, college, or school which is accredited by an agency recognized by the US Secretary of Education.
Required skills and proficiencies include Nastran experience with static, modal, buckling, and frequency response.
Good interpersonal and communication skills and the ability to work effectively in a team environment.

Nice To Haves

A Master of Science Degree in a structures related field is preferred.
Proficiency preferred in the following areas: o General Software: Simcenter, FEMAP, LS-Dyna, Abaqus, MATLAB, Adams, Solidworks, Python o FEM Applications: Explicit, Transient, Nonlinear, Multibody Dynamics, Line of Sight, and Jitter
Structural Analysis: Bolted and Bonded Joints, Welds, Electronics, Antennas, Fracture and Fatigue
Materials: Composites, Ceramics, and other high temperature materials
The ability to support multiple efforts and manage competing priorities.

Responsibilities

Perform structural analysis on spacecraft, instruments, payloads, optics, mechanisms, and ground support equipment.
Use closed form and finite element analysis techniques in stress analysis and structural dynamics.
Develop loads and environments for structure and components.
Support structural and environmental testing for static, modal, acoustic, shock, and vibration.
Write detailed reports for test and analysis activities.
Maintain a regular and predictable work schedule.
Establish and maintain effective working relationships within the department, the Strategic Business Units, Strategic Capabilities Units and the Company.
Interact appropriately with others in order to maintain a positive and productive work environment.
Perform other duties as necessary.