Aerospace Stress Engineer

1 month ago

Tustin, California, United States Virgin Galactic Full time
Job Summary

The Engineer-II Stress will support both vehicle design/build and flight test operations directly, via hands-on assessment and analytical substantiation of vehicles in a fast-paced, multi-disciplinary environment. This role involves collaborating with various disciplines, including Structures Design, Maintenance & Operations teams, Manufacturing, Propulsion, Flight Test, and more to provide design substantiation, test support, and operations support.

Key Responsibilities
  • Perform structural analysis to provide analytical definition and/or ensure structural integrity of components, assemblies, and systems.
  • Review, update, and create engineering analytical definition of said components and assemblies (analysis documentation).
  • Develop and/or utilize finite element models (global and discrete).
  • Play an integral role in the workflow release process for structural design.
  • Support review of manufacturing plans and procedures to ensure compliance with design and load requirements.
  • Support the creation of structural component and system test plans which will be used to verify manufacturing and testing.
  • Develop standardized analysis criteria and templates.
  • Mentor more junior team members.
Requirements
  • Bachelor's degree from an accredited institution, with a concentration in a relevant Engineering discipline.
  • Minimum 3 years' prior experience in structural analysis of aerospace structure.
  • Solid understanding of material properties & behavior, statics / free body diagrams, and structural load paths.
  • Strong teamwork and coordination skills.
  • Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
  • Proficiency with Microsoft Office suite of tools, including MS Word, Excel, PowerPoint.
Preferred Qualifications
  • Previous experience with Finite Element Modeling is highly desired.
  • Previous experience with FEMAP is a strong plus.
  • Knowledge of and/or experience with Fatigue & Damage Tolerance analysis is a strong plus.
  • Prior experience performing liaison/MRB activities in aerospace stress applications is a plus.
  • Experience with manufacturing-based ERP systems, such as Oracle is a plus.
  • Experience with the design of flight vehicles or vehicle systems to a set of requirements or standards such as CFR 14, Part 400, Part 23 and 25, military or NASA is highly desired.
About Virgin Galactic

Virgin Galactic is transforming humanity's relationship with space. By making it more open and accessible, we are connecting the world to the love, wonder, and awe inspired by space travel, helping to create new opportunities for the benefit of life on Earth. Whether it's supporting cutting-edge research missions for scientists and students, or offering life-changing experiences for the adventurers among us, Virgin Galactic is THE spaceline for Earth.

Export Requirements: To conform to U.S. Government export regulations, applicant must be a U.S. Person (either a U.S. citizen, a lawful permanent resident or a protected individual as defined 8 U.S.C. 1324b(a)(3) or be able to obtain the required authorization from either the U.S. Department of State or the U.S. Department of Commerce. The applicant must also not be included in the list of Specifically Designated Nationals and Blocked Persons maintained by the Office of Foreign Assets Control. See list here.

EEO Statement: Virgin Galactic is an Equal Opportunity Employer; employment with Virgin Galactic is governed on the basis of merit, competence, and qualifications and will not be influenced in any manner by race, color, religion, gender, national origin/ethnicity, veteran status, disability status, age, sexual orientation, marital status, mental or physical disability, or any other legally protected status.

DRUG FREE WORKPLACE: Virgin Galactic is committed to a Drug Free Workplace. All applicants post offer and active teammates are subject to testing for marijuana, cocaine, opioids, amphetamines, PCP, and alcohol when criteria is met as outlined in our policies. This can include pre-employment, random, reasonable suspicion, and accident-related drug and alcohol testing.

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