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Aerospace Loads Engineer
2 months ago
Position Overview:
As a key member of our engineering team, you will be responsible for the development and validation of loads criteria for suborbital space missions and other innovative configurations.
Key Responsibilities:
- Assist in the preparation for pre-flight activities, including the assessment of test limitations, reviewing flight test plans and procedures, conducting flight readiness evaluations, and providing mission control support during and after flights.
- Collaborate with various engineering disciplines to ensure the accurate application of design and loads specifications.
- Generate airframe and component loads necessary for structural design and qualification, both statically and dynamically.
- Facilitate the transition into commercial operations by ensuring compliance with regulatory and internal standards.
- Create standardized tools for analysis and reporting.
- Update models based on data obtained from vehicle or component testing and analytical methodologies.
- Formulate and validate rational loads criteria and requirements for unique vehicles with unconventional designs.
- Provide technical leadership in loads engineering across the organization.
- Enhance loads standards, processes, and best practices.
- Develop strategic technical roadmaps and concepts related to loads engineering.
- Lead the design or analysis of new products, systems, or processes.
- Guide cross-functional teams to address complex challenges and support team success.
- Manage projects and teams to make informed engineering decisions and recommendations.
- Organize and prioritize work to meet established standards and commitments.
- Mentor and coach junior engineers and team members.
Qualifications:
- A minimum of 14 years of experience in external loads engineering with a B.S. in engineering, or 12 years with an M.S., or 9 years with a Ph.D.
- Proven experience in in-flight test aerodynamic and loads model validation and correlation.
- Extensive knowledge of aircraft and spacecraft systems.
- Familiarity with flight dynamics and 6DOF trajectory simulation.
- Understanding of relevant aerospace standards and structural design criteria (FAA, FAA-AST, NASA, MilSpec, etc.).
Technical Skills:
- Proficient in programming languages such as MATLAB, Python, C, C++, FORTRAN, and Simulink, including best practices in software development.
- Experience with CATIA V5 and NASTRAN.
- Ability to advise senior management on complex, multifaceted technological aspects impacting the organization.
- Strong teamwork capabilities and excellent communication, negotiation, and organizational skills.
- Establish robust relationships with key stakeholders to foster collaboration.
Preferred Experience:
- Background in test planning, including flight and ground testing, writing test plans, selecting instrumentation, and data verification.
- Experience with comprehensive aircraft analysis, including transonic and supersonic test execution, along with familiarity with standard flight test practices and safety protocols.
Benefits:
Insurance:
Eligible employees and their dependents can access medical, dental, and vision coverage, with options for additional benefits such as FSA, HSA, life insurance, and disability coverage.
Retirement Plan:
All employees can participate in the company’s 401k plan with matching contributions.
Paid Time Off:
Eligible employees benefit from a Discretionary Time Off policy after 90 days of employment, with non-exempt employees accruing paid time off at a rate of 3.33 hours per pay period.
Paid Holidays:
Employees receive 8 paid holidays annually, with additional floating holidays for non-exempt staff.
Paid Sick Time:
All employees receive 40 hours of sick leave annually or the minimum required by state law.
EQUAL EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY NOTICE:
Saratech is an Equal Opportunity Employer, ensuring all qualified applicants receive consideration for employment without discrimination based on race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, or any other protected status.
