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Structural Loads and Dynamics Engineer

1 month ago

Houston, United States Mclaurin Aerospace Full time
Job DescriptionJob Description

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 Loads and Dynamics Engineer to join our JETS II contract team at NASA Johnson Space Center in Houston, TX.

This position will be performing structural dynamic analysis on spacecraft in multiple NASA human spaceflight programs. This includes Orion, Gateway, Human Landing System, Commercial Crew Program, and others.

If selected you will:

  • Perform detailed finite element modeling, coupled loads analysis, and evaluate results
  • Perform analyses using commercial and in-house codes as well as write new simulation scripts, typically with Python
  • Perform modal analysis on component Finite Element Analysis models in preparation for modal tests
  • Perform vibroacoustic analysis on finite element models in preparation for acoustic and random vibration tests
  • Identify critical modes for a component or integrated system
  • Review and process modal and structural data (analytical and test)
  • Develop or review test plans and procedures, documenting test results
  • 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.

  • Requires a minimum of a bachelor's degree in Engineering. License and certification may be required.
  • Familiarity with desktop software applications, MS Office is required
  • Must have excellent oral and written communications skills
  • Finite element modeling experience
  • Experience with Python, MATLAB, and/or C/C++

Preferred Qualifications:

  • BS or MS degree in Mechanical or Aerospace Engineering
  • Experience using NASTRAN with FEMAP as a pre/post-processor
  • Experience with Component Mode Synthesis and Craig Bampton model reductions
  • Experience performing multi-body and dynamic contact analysis (e.g. LS-DYNA or Adams)
  • Experience customizing analysis processes through scripting and software development
  • Familiarity with version control methods using GitLab or GitHub
  • Proficiency in Python, MATLAB, or C/C++
  • Experience with vibroacoustic sotware such as Wave6 or VA-One
  • Familiarity with NASA standards and processes​​

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)

Mclaurin is a unique organization with a special focus on combining the best features of research and industry in order to foster innovation. Our organization strongly supports research, publication, and engagement with the academic community. We encourage our employees to remain on the cutting edge of new developments in their respective disciplines.

US Citizenship and the ability to pass a comprehensive security background investigation is required.

Mclaurin is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status or other characteristics protected by law.

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