Structural Dynamics Engineer

Mclaurin Aerospace • Houston, TX

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About The Position

Are you passionate about human space exploration, understanding the origins of the universe, and working with a passionate and diverse team to make a difference? If you are, we need you! We need your talent, teamwork, and energy to help us achieve great things that inspire people all over the globe. We need you to bring creative ideas and diverse backgrounds to help us envision, shape, and deliver systems that will enable the exploration of space while benefiting people here on Earth. We are excited about what we do, and we need you on our team as we take on exciting challenges for NASA's pursuits in deep space exploration. We have an exciting opportunity for a Structural Dynamics Engineer to join our JETS II contract team at NASA Johnson Space Center in Houston, TX . If selected you will: Perform finite element model checks, dynamic model reductions, coupled loads analysis, and interpret results Perform dynamic analyses using commercial and in-house codes, write new simulation scripts and code, typically with Python, as needed Perform vibroacoustic analysis on finite element models in preparation for acoustic and random vibration tests Perform modal analysis on finite element models in preparation for modal tests Identify critical modes for a component or integrated system Review and process modal and structural data (analytical and test) Develop and/or review test plans and procedures, documenting test results Perform signal processing on analytical and/or test data Perform model correlation by adjusting analytical models based on test data to better align the model with actual hardware Perform other duties as required Qualifications: This position has been posted at multiple levels. Depending on the candidate's experience, requirements, and business needs, we reserve the right to consider candidates at any level for which this position has been advertised.

Requirements

• Typically requires a bachelor's degree in Engineering and a minimum of 1 year of experience in the field or in a related area.
• Must have excellent oral and written communications skills
• Experience with desktop software applications, MS Office is required
• Experience in finite element model manipulation and coupled loads analysis
• Experience with Python, MATLAB, and/or C/C++
• US Citizenship and the ability to pass a comprehensive security background investigation is required.

Nice To Haves

• BS or MS degree in Mechanical or Aerospace Engineering
• Proficiency in Python, MATLAB, or C/C++
• Experience using MSC NASTRAN with FEMAP as a pre/post-processor
• Experience or relative coursework in Systems Engineering
• Experience or Proficiency with Component Mode Synthesis and Craig Bampton model reductions

Responsibilities

• Perform finite element model checks, dynamic model reductions, coupled loads analysis, and interpret results
• Perform dynamic analyses using commercial and in-house codes, write new simulation scripts and code, typically with Python, as needed
• Perform vibroacoustic analysis on finite element models in preparation for acoustic and random vibration tests
• Perform modal analysis on finite element models in preparation for modal tests
• Identify critical modes for a component or integrated system
• Review and process modal and structural data (analytical and test)
• Develop and/or review test plans and procedures, documenting test results
• Perform signal processing on analytical and/or test data
• Perform model correlation by adjusting analytical models based on test data to better align the model with actual hardware
• Perform other duties as required

Benefits

• Competitive pay
• Positive work-life balance
• 100% Employer paid insurance including: Medical, dental, vision, life insurance, accidental death and dismemberment, short-term disability, and long-term disability
• 11 paid holidays annually
• Generous PTO
• 401k after 12 months of service with employer match
• Education assistance
• Relocation assistance (if applicable)

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level