Senior Loads and Dynamics Engineer - IAMD

Boeing•Huntsville, AL

5d•$126,650 - $209,300•Onsite

About The Position

The Boeing Defense, Space & Security (BDS) Space, Intelligence & Weapons Systems (SI&WS) organization is hiring a Senior Loads and Dynamics Engineer to join the Integrated Design Engineering (IDE) Team in Huntsville, AL on the Integrated Air and Missile Defense (IAMD) Mechanical Engineering Capability Team. In this role, you will be responsible for analyzing, developing, and validating structural loads and dynamic responses of missile systems and subsystems to ensure performance, safety, and reliability under various mission conditions. The IDE team is responsible for the design, analysis, release and maintenance of the technical data package for developmental or flight hardware as well as supporting production and special test equipment design for various products within the IAMD portfolio. IDE supported programs include Intermediate Fires and Protection Controls (IFPC-2) (pending contract award), and the Boeing Patriot Advanced Capability 3 (PAC-3) Seeker and Aegis Ballistic Missile Defense (ABMD) product lines. These programs encompass new designs as well test, manufacturing and production support for complex electro-mechanical assemblies.

Requirements

Bachelor of Science degree in Engineering (with a focus on Mechanical, Civil, Aerospace Aeronautical or Material Sciences)
9+ years of experience in a related role
Proficiency with FEM software (e.g., ANSYS, NASTRAN) and dynamics simulation tools
Strong understanding of vibration, shock, acoustic loads, and structural dynamics
Experience with MIL-STD requirements related to missile systems
Excellent problem-solving skills and attention to detail
Skill and ability to: collect, organize, synthesize, and analyze data; summarize findings; develop conclusions and recommendations from appropriate data sources
Ability to work in a fast-paced team environment to produce high quality engineering products
Effective communication and teamwork skills
Ability to obtain a U.S. Security Clearance for which the U.S. Government requires U.S. Citizenship. An interim and/or final U.S. Secret Clearance Post-Start is required.

Nice To Haves

Prior Experience specifically with missile systems or defense aerospace projects
Familiarity with propulsion system dynamics and flight simulation tools
Experience with scripting and automation for analysis processes (e.g. Python, MATLAB)
Excellent written and verbal communication skills
Understanding of Boeing Engineering Standards and Design Practices
Experience with thermal and vibration environmental testing
Experience with stress, thermal and vibration/shock analysis
Strong ability to build trust and connection with the team and stakeholders
Strong ability to model and inspire servant leadership style, and model seek, speak, and listen behaviors
Flexibility, adaptability, and being comfortable with a highly dynamic and exciting work environment
Experience using Boeing Common Non-Recurring Product Development (C-NRPD) or equivalent Boeing Development Processes
Strong understanding of Finite Element Modeling techniques
Active U.S. Secret Clearance

Responsibilities

Develop and validate detailed structural load cases and dynamic response analyses for missile airframes, magazines, propulsion systems, and subsystems using advanced modeling and simulation tools
Perform finite element modeling (FEM), modal analysis, transient dynamics, vibration, shock, and impact analyses to characterize missile system behavior under operational and environmental loads
Collaborate closely with design, test, and manufacturing teams to integrate loads and dynamics requirements into the overall design lifecycle
Interpret and apply relevant military standards and specifications pertaining to structural loads, vibration, and dynamics
Lead root cause analyses and provide technical direction to resolve structural and dynamic issues discovered during analysis, testing, and operation
Support system-level trade studies and design optimizations to reduce weight while maintaining structural integrity and reliability
Prepare, review, and approve engineering documentation including test plans, reports, specifications, and design reviews
Mentor junior engineers and provide subject matter expertise in loads and dynamics disciplines
Communicate technical information effectively with internal teams, suppliers, and external agencies