Principal Analyst

Job Description

Job Description

SUMMARY

The Principal Analyst’s role is to utilize theories of physics (classical mechanics, aerodynamics, thermodynamics, electromagnetism) to facilitate design, development, and final verification across a variety of aerospace development programs. The engineer is primarily expected to apply structural design and structural analysis practices to lead development from conceptual design phases through to released engineering drawings and stress analysis reports, support test planning, and prepare documentation. Other common tasks include modelling pyrotechnic & pneumatic gas dynamics, multi-body kinematics, and heat-transfer problems.

ABOUT US

Karman Space & Defense provides concept-to-production solutions for mission-critical systems on spacecraft, launch vehicles, missiles, hypersonics, and integrated defense systems. We believe that solving the industry’s most complex and mission-critical challenges requires relentless determination and a willingness to push the boundaries of possibility. Karman Space & Defense brings to bear unparalleled production capabilities, unmatched engineering expertise, and unflinching analysis to render the impossible, possible.

COMPENSATION & BENEFITS

• Medical, Dental, Vision
• Company Paid Life Insurance
• 401(k) Retirement Savings Plan
• Paid Time Off (PTO)
• Paid Holidays
• Tuition Reimbursement *

WHAT YOU WILL DO

• Applies theories of physics to engineering problems to quantify and predict system performance, lead conops decisions, and lead derivation of subsystem requirements
• Assesses structural viability of systems, structures, and mechanisms by using classic aerospace industry analysis techniques (classical hand calculations, finite element analysis, fatigue and damage tolerance analysis)
• Provides program-level technical oversight to ensure the end product meets all applicable requirements
• Verifies and documents system compliance to requirements
• Leads development of engineering reports and presentations
• Establishes company engineering standards, training, and guidelines
• Mentors, trains, and develops engineers with lesser experience

WHAT WE ARE LOOKING FOR

• B.S. or M.S. Degree in Mechanical Engineering, Aerospace Engineering, or equivalent
• Typically possesses 8+ years aerospace and/or defense experience plus 1 year management experience
• Software proficiency including knowledge of FEMAP, NASTRAN, LS DYNA, CATIA V5, SolidWorks, and Microsoft Office
• Mastery of aerospace engineering knowledge including structural analysis, FEA, physics-based modeling, dynamics / kinematics, advanced high-strength materials, design and test
• Strong proficiency of underlying analysis theory
• Demonstrated technical leadership with strong ability to develop, plan and execute multidisciplinary projects.
• Self-motivated, able to multi-task, work independently on assignments with minimal oversight or direction
• Strong written and verbal communication, technical report writing skills, organizational and problem-solving skills
• Must be a U.S. citizen and able to obtain a DoD SECRET clearance

EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER

Equal Opportunity Employer/Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities. The contractor will not discharge or in any other manner discriminate against employees or applicants because they have inquired about, discussed, or disclosed their own pay or the pay of another employee or applicant. However, employees who have access to the compensation information of other employees or applicants as a part of their essential job functions cannot disclose the pay of other employees or applicants to individuals who do not otherwise have access to compensation information, unless the disclosure is (a) in response to a formal complaint or charge, (b) in furtherance of an investigation, proceeding, hearing, or action, including an investigation conducted by the employer, or (c) consistent with the contractor’s legal duty to furnish information.

Karman is committed to equal employment opportunity. We will not discriminate against employees or applicants for employment on any legally recognized basis (“protected class”) including, but not limited to race; color; religion; genetic information; national origin; sex; pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions; age; disability; citizenship status; uniform servicemember status; or any other protected class under federal, state, or local law. Our management is dedicated to ensuring the fulfillment of this policy with respect to hiring, placement, promotion, transfer, demotion, layoff, termination, recruitment advertising, pay, and other forms of compensation, training, and general treatment during employment.