Stress Engineer I
About The Position
The Stress Engineer I supports vehicle design, build, and test operations through hands-on assessment and analytical substantiation of vehicles in a fast-paced, multidisciplinary environment. The role contributes to design, build, test, and vehicle operations phases of programs, working as part of a team and collaborating with disciplines such as Structures Design, Flight Sciences, Maintenance and Operations, Manufacturing, Propulsion, and Flight Test. The position helps proactively manage human-spaceflight risks with safety as a priority. The position is based at Spaceport America, New Mexico, with four days on-site and one day remote. Relocation assistance is available.
Requirements
- Bachelor’s degree from an accredited institution, with a concentration in a relevant engineering discipline.
- At least 2 years of experience in aerospace airframe or mechanical systems stress analysis; applicable experience combined with relevant advanced education may be considered in lieu of industry experience.
- Solid understanding of material properties and behavior, statics/free-body diagrams, and structural load paths.
- Strong teamwork and coordination skills.
- Proficiency with Microsoft Office tools, including Word, Excel, and PowerPoint.
- Safety-forward mindset, good housekeeping practices, tool control, and awareness of proper handling of hazardous materials and chemicals.
- Familiarity with personal protective equipment (PPE).
- Willingness to adjust thinking and behavior.
- Ability to communicate in a timely, respectful manner and remain open to other ideas.
- Must be a U.S. Person or able to obtain required U.S. Government export authorization, and must not be included on the Office of Foreign Assets Control list of Specifically Designated Nationals and Blocked Persons.
Nice To Haves
- Prior experience with composite materials analysis or structural substantiation.
- Professional experience with finite element modeling software; FEMAP experience is a strong plus.
- Knowledge of or experience with Non-Destructive Inspection (NDI) techniques.
- Knowledge of or experience with Fatigue and Damage Tolerance analysis.
- Experience with manufacturing-based ERP systems such as Oracle.
- Experience designing flight vehicles or vehicle systems to requirements or standards such as CFR 14 Parts 400, 23, or 25, or military or NASA standards.
- Hands-on experience with composite part fabrication and assembly processes.
Responsibilities
- Perform structural analysis to provide analytical definition and/or ensure the structural integrity of components and assemblies, including repairs and modifications.
- Develop and/or use global and discrete finite element models.
- Collaborate with other disciplines to diagnose root causes and assign corrective actions for structural support considerations.
- Contribute to the workflow release process for structural design.
- Review manufacturing plans and procedures to ensure compliance with design and load requirements.
- Support build operations, ground tests, flight tests, and fleet operations.
- Practice safety behaviors and Foreign Object Debris (FOD) awareness and prevention, and adhere to regulatory protocols and rules.
- Maintain focus on timely execution of tasks and deliverables.
- Collaborate to achieve goals and complete assigned tasks.
- Follow directions and guidelines from the team leader to support cross-team collaboration and project completion.
Benefits
- Relocation assistance is available.
- The compensation package may include bonus or long-term incentive pay, in addition to medical, financial, and other benefits.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
