Structural Dynamics Engineer Level IV - TS Clearance

Velos•Washington, DC

23h•$120,000 - $160,000•Onsite

About The Position

Velos is seeking a Structural Dynamics Engineer to support an engineering and technical services contract at the Naval Research Laboratory (NRL) facility in Washington, DC. The role provides engineering support in structural dynamics caused by vehicle loads and involves designing and analyzing aerospace and spacecraft structures and assemblies subject to vibration, shock, and thermal loads. The position requires preparing models for launch-vehicle contractor coupled-load analyses, reviewing test data, addressing technical problems, and coordinating with other technical disciplines to meet spacecraft-level objectives. The engineer also conducts modal and materials analyses, uses appropriate computer programs, and communicates results through presentations and written documentation. This is a full-time position requiring Top Secret clearance and U.S. citizenship. The stated salary range is $120,000–$160,000.

Requirements

Bachelor's degree in Engineering or Physical Science.
At least 15 additional years of experience developing and qualifying aerospace hardware using the latest analytical techniques.
Top Secret clearance.
U.S. citizenship.

Responsibilities

Design and analyze mechanical structures for stresses caused by vibration, shock, and thermal loads.
Prepare models for submission to the launch vehicle contractor for coupled-load analysis.
Review vibration and shock test data and provide technical expertise.
Resolve technical problems and develop engineering solutions based on calculations and testing.
Interface with thermal, electrical, structural, and other technical disciplines to satisfy spacecraft-level objectives.
Analyze and design assemblies involving temperatures from liquid helium to substantially above ambient temperature.
Plan and conduct modal analyses of structural components and systems using advanced digital signal processing equipment.
Perform mechanics-of-materials, metal-fatigue, and structural-design analyses for aerospace and space hardware as assigned.
Use computer programs appropriate to the area of expertise.
Deliver oral presentations to managers and sponsors and write clear, thorough documentation of work performed.