Senior Structural Analysis Engineer

This is a fully remote position, open to applicants in California.

📋 Description

• Execute finite element analyses (FEA) for intricate dynamic structural challenges that encompass contact, nonlinear material behaviors, transient heat transfer, and fracture utilizing the explicit finite element software LS-DYNA.

• Oversee the design and analysis of vehicle structures.

• Spearhead test planning and data interpretation with the opportunity for onsite test assistance.

• Create digital twins of complex structural tests, including test responses, data analysis, and validation against simulations.

• Conduct engineering analyses across a range of structural projects.

• Lead proposals for new research and development initiatives with both government and industry partners.

• Facilitate face-to-face meetings and prepare technical as well as cost proposals.

⛳️ Requirements

• At least 10 years of experience in finite element analysis (FEA).

• A minimum of 5 years of experience in managing project teams.

• Proficient with Hypermesh FEA model preprocessors, CAD software such as Solidworks, and the LS-DYNA FEA solver.

• Familiarity with solid and/or liquid rocket propulsion.

• Experience in implicit structural dynamics.

• Knowledge of Unix/Linux/Windows operating systems and programming languages.

• Capability to obtain a security clearance, which includes U.S. citizenship.

• Proven outstanding writing, presentation, and communication abilities.

• At least 5 years of experience in developing Digital Twins for aerospace applications (preferred).

• Knowledge of computational fluid dynamics and hypersonics (preferred).

• Experience in mechanical testing of materials and structures (preferred).

🏝️ Benefits

• ARA provides competitive benefits designed to meet our employees' current and future needs. Discover more about our benefits at https://www.ara.com/benefits/