Sr. Structural Analysis Engineer

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Terran Orbital is seeking an experienced Sr. Structural Analysis Engineer to join our dynamic team. Reporting to the Structural Engineering Manager the Sr. Structural Analysis Engineer will support spacecraft structural systems and subsystem design from concept development through design reviews prototype testing manufacturing and verification testing. This role contributes technical expertise supports testing activities and collaborates closely with engineers across multiple disciplines.

Key Duties and Responsibilities

• Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to identify structural design constraints and recommend mitigation strategies across concept development prototyping production testing and launch integration
• Support planning and coordination of structural analysis tasks for ongoing programs
• Perform peer reviews of technical analysis material generated within the team
• Assist in creating detailed finite element models of satellite structures and conduct analyses including static dynamic buckling thermal linear nonlinear and transient
• Support mechanical test projects including coordinating with test houses assisting with logistics designing and analyzing test fixtures and documenting decisions and changes
• Develop test plans procedures and reports for mechanical tests such as vibration shock acceleration life and endurance testing
• Perform structural vibration testing for spacecraft modules including data acquisition digital signal processing and modal analysis
• Interpret test data in real time and provide recommendations when necessary
• Interface with vendors and test facilities to support testing requirements and logistics
• Participate in team discussions involving vehicle arrangement and structural design for current and future projects
• Design and analyze test fixtures for mechanical testing
• Contribute to the development and improvement of tools and processes to enhance structural analysis efficiency
• Work effectively with program engineering leads to help maintain schedules and ensure technical compliance
• Support preparation and presentation of Engineering Review Board (ERB) items as needed

Required Qualifications and Skills

• Bachelors or Masters degree in Mechanical Engineering Aerospace Engineering or a related field
• Minimum of 5 years of direct industry experience performing structural analyses using numerical and analytical techniques in space aerospace or similar sectors
• Experience with Nastran and Patran
• Experience with vibration and shock testing of aerospace or space-grade equipment and familiarity with relevant military or NASA standards
• Hands-on experience with test planning and execution
• Understanding of launch vehicle loads and their implications for spacecraft systems
• Experience creating detailed or simplified structural models for spacecraft systems or components is a plus
• Proficiency with SolidWorks or equivalent CAD software
• Strong communication and presentation skills for interfacing with customers and vendors
• Highly processdriven with the ability to contribute to improving structural analysis and testing processes
• U.S. Citizenship with ability to obtain and maintain DoD security clearance

Additional Differentiators

• Master of Science degree in Mechanical or Aerospace Engineering with a focus in solid mechanics
• Experience with vibration (random sine SRS) and static load testing including data acquisition and processing
• Experience in a production environment within the aerospace or space industry
• Experience with MSC tools (MSC Apex Nastran Patran Adams Marc) is a plus
• Knowledge of HALT or HASS methodologies
• Familiarity with operating a Data Physics LE2016 shaker table
• Understanding of applicable MIL and NASA test standards

Full-time positions only:

Benefits

• 100% Company-paid comprehensive medical dental and vision coverage for you and your dependents
• 401(k) Match
• Flexible Time Off (FTO)
• Education Reimbursement
• Competitive Paid Parental Leave

About Terran Orbital

Terran Orbital is a leading manufacturer of satellite products primarily serving the aerospace and defense industries. Terran Orbital provides end-to-end satellite solutions by combining satellite design production launch planning mission operations and on-orbit support to meet the needs of the most demanding military civil and commercial customers. Learn more at

Physical Demands

An employee must meet the physical demands described to perform the essential functions of this job performing the duties of this job the employee is routinely required to sit or stand for long durations of time in addition to bending reaching and walking. This would require the ability to lift or move objects up to 10 pounds and occasionally lift or move objects up to 25 pounds. This position is generally sedentary with substantial computer usage.

Work Environment

The job operates in a professional office environment but in a manufacturing company. This job routinely uses standard office equipment such as computers phones photocopiers and scanners.

Disclaimers

To comply with U.S. Government space technology export regulations the applicant must be a U.S. citizen lawful permanent resident of the U.S. protected individual as defined by 8 U.S.C. 1324b(a)(3) or eligible to obtain the required authorizations from the U.S. Department of addition please note that this position may require a current United States National Security clearance or eligibility for such a clearance.

Terran Orbital is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. We consider applicants without regard to race color religion age national origin ancestry ethnicity gender gender identity gender expression sexual orientation marital status veteran status disability genetic information or membership in any other group protected by federal state or local law.

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