Senior Vehicle Stress Analyst

1 week ago


Tustin, California, United States Virgin Galactic Full time

Are you passionate about advancing human knowledge and exploration? Do you have a background in aerospace engineering and experience with structural analysis?

Virgin Galactic is seeking an experienced Senior Vehicle Stress Analyst to join our team. As a member of our structural engineering team, you will be responsible for ensuring the structural integrity of our vehicles and supporting their design and development.

The estimated annual U.S. base salary range for this full-time position is $105,700.00–$161,200.00. The actual salary will vary based on factors such as your level of experience, skills, and qualifications.

This is a unique opportunity to be part of a pioneering company that is pushing the boundaries of space technology. You will work alongside a talented team of engineers and scientists who are dedicated to making space travel accessible to everyone.

Main Responsibilities:

  1. Conduct structural analysis to ensure the structural integrity of components, assemblies, and systems
  2. Create and maintain engineering analytical definitions of components and assemblies (analysis documentation)
  3. Develop and use finite element models (global and discrete) to analyze structural behavior
  4. Participate in the workflow release process for structural design
  5. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure compliance with design and load requirements

Requirements

  • Bachelor's degree from an accredited institution in a relevant Engineering discipline
  • Minimum 8 years' prior experience in structural analysis of aerospace structure
  • Solid understanding of material properties and behavior, statics, and structural load paths
  • Proficient in Microsoft Office suite of tools, including MS Word, Excel, PowerPoint

Desirable Qualifications

  • Experience with FEMAP or similar software
  • Knowledge of Fatigue & Damage Tolerance analysis
  • Prior experience in liaison/MRB activities in aerospace stress applications


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