True Anomaly
Principal Structural Dynamics Engineer, Space Based Interceptors
2mo ago
USALeadfinite element analysismodal analysisharmonic analysisrandom vibrationshock testingtransient response simulations
Lead analysis and validation of spacecraft and space-based interceptors structural dynamics to ensure survivability and performance.
Responsibilities
- Lead the analysis and validation of spacecraft and/or Space Based Interceptors to ensure survivability and performance under dynamic environments, including launch, on-orbit, and mission operations.
- Perform detailed structural dynamics analyses, including modal, harmonic, random vibration, shock, and transient response simulations.
- Develop documentation and best practices across engineering team including modeling tools, process documentation, and analysis templates.
- Develop and validate finite element models (FEMs) of spacecraft and/or missile structures and subsystems, ensuring accuracy in predicting dynamic behavior.
- Define and lead dynamic testing campaigns, including vibration, shock, and acoustic testing, to verify structural integrity and correlate models with test results.
- Collaborate with cross-functional teams, including mechanical, thermal, and systems engineering, to ensure dynamic requirements are integrated into the design process.
- Provide expertise in structural dynamics during trade studies, design reviews, and critical decision-making processes.
Requirements
- Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering, Aerospace Engineering, or a related field.
- 12+ years of experience in structural dynamics analysis for aerospace, defense, or high-reliability applications.
- Proficiency in finite element analysis (FEA) tools such as FEMAP/NASTRAN or HyperWorks/OptiStruct.
- Experience in spacecraft and/or missile defense dynamic environments, including launch loads, aero loads, vibration, and shock.
- Strong understanding of structural mechanics, fracture mechanics, material properties, and failure modes in aerospace applications.
- Hands-on experience with environmental testing, including random, sine, and sine burst vibration
- Ability to maintain or obtain TS/SCI clearance.
- Work Location : while we observe a hybrid work environment, you will need to be onsite as the business needs require. On an average week, you can expect to spend at least 3 days per week in office at our Gravity Works facilities.
- Work environment is in a standard office, working at a desk or in a production factory.
- Physical demands may include frequent standing, sitting, walking, bending, and lifting or carrying items up to 20lbs.
- This position will be open until it is successfully filled. To submit your application, please follow the directions below. #LI-Onsite
- To conform to U.S. Government space technology export regulations, including the International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR) you must be a U.S. citizen, lawful permanent resident of the U.S., protected individual as defined by 8 U.S.C. 1324b(a)(3), or eligible to obtain the required authorizations from the U.S. Department of State.
- True Anomaly is committed to equal employment opportunity on any basis protected by applicable state and federal laws. If you have a disability or additional need that requires accommodation, please do not hesitate to let us.
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Nice to have
- Master’s degree in Mechanical Engineering.
- 15+ years of experience in structural dynamics analysis for aerospace, defense, or high-reliability applications.
- Thermal and fluid systems analysis experience
- Mastery of spacecraft-specific structural dynamics challenges, such as coupled loads analysis and dynamic coupling between subsystems.
- Mastery of missile defense - specific structural dynamics challenges, such as aerothermal loading.
- Experience working with lightweight structures, composites, and advanced materials.
- Proficiency in CAD tools, such as SolidWorks and NX for integrating FEMs with detailed vehicle assembly models – Teamcenter for PLM
- Hands-on experience with instrumentation for dynamic testing, including accelerometers, strain gauges, and data acquisition systems.
- Hands-on experience with environmental testing including shock and acoustic tests.
- Demonstrated experience with full program life cycle (capture to launch)
Conditions
- Base Salary: Base Salary: $185,000-$315,000
- Equity + Benefits including Health, Dental, Vision, HRA/HSA options, PTO and paid holidays, 401K, Parental Leave
- Your actual level and base salary will be determined on a case-by-case basis and may vary based on the following considerations: job-related knowledge and skills, education, location, and experience.
Other
- Space is a warfighting domain. True Anomaly seeks those with the talent and ambition to build the technology that secures it.
- OUR MISSION
- True Anomaly delivers decisive capabilities for space superiority. We build autonomous spacecraft, advanced payloads, mission software, and space-based interceptors — enabling the U.S. and its Allies to secure the space environment and counter threats from the ultimate high ground.
- OUR VALUES
- Be the offset. We create asymmetric advantages with creativity and ingenuity.
- What would it take? We challenge assumptions to deliver ambitious results.
- It’s the people. Our team is our competitive advantage and we are better together.
- YOUR MISSION