Sr Structural Analysis Engineer

Sierra Space•Louisville, CO

About The Position

As a Senior Structural Analysis Engineer at Sierra Space, you will use extensive expertise to address complex technical problems and contribute to major programs. With considerable latitude, you will independently determine technical objectives and develop innovative solutions. You will provide project leadership, collaborate with senior personnel across organizations, and serve as Sierra Space’s prime technical contact on significant contracts and projects. The role involves advanced structural-system design and analysis, applying hand calculations and finite element methods. It also requires technical collaboration across disciplines and supporting technical integrity and organizational alignment on programs and external projects.

Requirements

Bachelor's degree in a related field, or equivalent work experience in lieu of a degree; alternatively, a master's degree plus 6 years of experience.
Typically 8 or more years of related experience.
Demonstrated expertise in structural analysis.
Extensive technical expertise and working knowledge of related disciplines.
Ability to work without appreciable direction, with considerable latitude in determining assignment objectives.
Ability to solve complex technical problems using ingenuity and creativity.
Must be a U.S. citizen, lawful permanent resident, protected individual under 8 U.S.C. 1324b(a)(3), or eligible to obtain required U.S. Department of State or Department of Commerce authorizations.

Nice To Haves

Advanced proficiency with structural analysis and design software such as Nastran, Femap, or Ansys.
Familiarity with industry standards and best practices such as ASME, ASTM, and AISC.
Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities, with an inclination toward automation and optimization.
Proficiency in programming languages such as Python, MATLAB, or C++ for custom analysis methods.
Detailed knowledge of linear and nonlinear material properties and behavior in aerospace applications, including metals, composites, and bonded joints.
Experience with finite element methods and analysis software, preferably ANSYS or Simcenter Nastran.
Experience with dynamic analysis, including random response, frequency response, or transient analysis.
Experience supporting testing and correlating models with test data.

Responsibilities

Conduct advanced design and analysis of structural systems using hand calculations and finite element methods.
Apply technical expertise and working knowledge of related disciplines to address complex engineering challenges.
Develop creative solutions to complex technical problems and determine technical objectives and approaches with considerable latitude.
Guide successful completion of major programs and provide project leadership, ensuring technical excellence and organizational alignment.
Interact with senior personnel across the organization on significant technical matters and contribute to collaboration and decision-making.
Represent Sierra Space as the prime technical contact on contracts and projects, maintaining technical integrity, organizational alignment, and relationships with external stakeholders.