Aerospace Structural Engineer

2w2 weeks ago

Analytical Mechanics Associates

Hampton, US · Full-time · $115,000 – $165,000

About this role

Analytical Mechanics Associates seeks Aerospace Structural Engineers to support the Structural and Thermal Systems Branch at NASA Langley Research Center. Positions require onsite work in Hampton, VA. Engineers will handle structural analyses for diverse aerospace hardware.

Build models from scratch or using CAD geometry with Patran, FEMAP, or similar software. Solve using NX or MSC Nastran for static analysis with or without thermal loads, normal modes, random vibration, buckling, and nonlinear static analyses. Models cover ground support equipment, test fixturing, electronic boxes, flight instruments, vehicles, and satellites.

Document analyses in Microsoft Word and PowerPoint reports or technical memos. Present findings to internal NASA groups, designers, project leadership, and customers during project meetings, branch meetings, and design reviews. Guide design, manufacturing, and verify results through testing as directed by project managers.

Work in a collaborative environment with NASA teams and project stakeholders. AMA offers an engaging, supportive setting across multiple U.S. locations focused on aerospace engineering and science. Employees drive company success through professional growth opportunities.

Specialize in aerospace solutions combining engineering, science, mathematics, information technology, and visualization. Join a small business with over 60 years of experience serving NASA and other customers. Contribute to innovative structural and thermal systems projects.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in Structural, Mechanical or Aerospace Engineering from an accredited university
Demonstrated use of Patran, FEMAP, or similar software, solve using NX or MSC Nastran
Experience documenting analysis, presenting findings, guiding design and manufacturing, verifying with testing
Ability to perform static analysis with or without thermal loads, normal modes, random vibration, buckling, nonlinear static analyses
Experience documenting reports and technical memos in Microsoft Word and PowerPoint
Presenting findings to internal NASA groups, designers, project leadership, and customers
Experience with Python programming or similar
Familiarity with the Microsoft Office suite of tools
US citizenship or Permanent Residence required

Responsibilities

Develop finite element models using Patran, FEMAP, or similar software from scratch or CAD geometry
Solve structural problems using NX or MSC Nastran including static analysis with or without thermal loads
Perform normal modes, random vibration, buckling, and nonlinear static analyses
Document analysis results in reports and technical memos using Microsoft Word and PowerPoint
Present findings to NASA groups, designers, project leadership, and customers at meetings and reviews
Guide design and manufacturing based on analysis outcomes
Verify analysis results using physical testing