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Structural Analysis Engineer

andurilindustriesCosta Mesa, CA

💰 $129,000 – $171,000/yrFull-time

Quick Summary

Structural Analysis Engineer role at a defense technology company performing static and dynamic analyses across multiple domains.

Skills & Keywords

FEA softwareStructural analysisdynamicsPython

Compensation & Benefits

Total rewards package

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ABOUT THE TEAM

The structural analysis engineering group ensures product integrity and performance across the company. We provide cross-product support for emerging innovations, establish the benchmark for analysis excellence, and offer critical surge support to programs requiring specialized expertise. Our team drives the adoption of unified tools and methodologies, leveraging deep expertise in static and dynamic analysis, physical testing, data collection, and signal processing to solve complex engineering challenges.

ABOUT THE JOB

We are looking for a Structural Analysis Engineer to work in Costa Mesa, Ca, with In-depth understanding of statics, dynamics, mechanics of materials, and materials properties.

Perform static and dynamic structural analyses across sea, ground, air, and space domains using first principles and appropriate analysis methods (hand calculations, spreadsheets, scripts, detailed FEA)
Develop and own FEM creation and organization at the global and subsystem level
Collaborate with hardware engineers to drive proper designs based on analytical results
Conduct and support validation testing, including instrumentation setup, data collection, and model correlation
Document analysis methodology and results in technical reports for internal teams and external stakeholders
Ensure designs meet customer requirements, industry standards, and safety regulations
Stay current with advancements in analysis techniques, materials technology, and industry standards
BS or higher degree in engineering or applied physics with a focus in structures
Deep understanding of statics, dynamics, mechanics of materials, and materials properties
Structural testing experience (static, buckling, cyclic) including sensor selection, data acquisition, and data post-processing
Proficiency in FEA software (ANSYS, Abaqus, NASTRAN) solution sequences for linear and non-linear static and buckling analyses
Experience with CAD tools (NX, Solidworks)
Proficiency in Matlab or Python (or equivalent) for developing analytical models, data acquisition, and automation
Highly motivated, self-starting, and able to perform duties autonomously without supervision
Very organized and willing to establish scope and requirements for ill- defined problems
2+ years of experience in a structures, dynamics, or loads related role with high ownership and accountability for hardware outcomes
MS or higher degree in engineering or applied physics with a focus in structures
Experience with rotorcraft and/or turbomachinery
Be able to obtain and hold a U.S. Top Secret security clearance
Ability to develop workflow automation tools
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