Structural Analysis Engineer

Lanteris Space Systems•Mountain View, CA

1d•$71,000 - $136,000•Hybrid

About The Position

Lanteris Space is currently seeking a Structural Analyis Engineer to join our team in Mountain View, CA. This position can also be performed remotely within the U.S. You'll be part of a challenging and fast-paced team, working on spacecrafts operating in earth orbits, deep space missions, interplanetary missions and much more. In this role, you will be responsible for performing structural analysis on spacecraft structures and subsystem assemblies.

Requirements

Must be a U.S. citizen or permanent resident
Bachelor's degree in mechanical, civil or other engineering discipline or a related field. Four additional years of experience may be substituted for a degree
2 years of experience. A master’s degree may account for two years of experience
Proficiency with FEMAP or Patran
Knowledge of structural testing, and basic structural analysis concepts such as strength of materials, stress analysis, and structural dynamics
Familiarity with advanced composite materials

Nice To Haves

Experience with Project management and team leadership roles
Excellent problem solving and analytical skills
Strong communication and interpersonal skills
Familiartiy with Spacecraft structures
Familiartiy with fracture analysis
Static and dynamics test experience
Local candidates for hybrid work

Responsibilities

Perform structural analyses which includes static, dynamics and thermal stress analysis
Conduct finite element analysis (FEA) and classical hand calculations to evaluate metal, non-metallic, and composite structures
Provide technical Inputs to mechanical designs and support manufacturing related structural issues
Develop comprehensive load cases for on-orbit operations, launch environments, test conditions and ground handling scenarios
Design and execute structural test programs, including static and dynamics testing, to validate analytical predictions and design integrity
Collaboration with design engineers, manufacturing team and cross-disciplinary subsystems to solve complex problems.
Consolidate analysis results into clear technical documentation
Write test reports and present in technical reviews