Sr. Stress Engineer

Aerospace Stress Analysis EngineerVirgin Galactic is seeking an experienced aerospace Stress Analysis Engineer to join our Operations engineering team. This engineer needs experience in composite vehicle design, stress analysis, composite repairs, and production manufacturing. Guided by our values, "Safety Above All", we proactively manage the risks inherent in human spaceflight through our daily actions in the design, development and testing of spacecraft and spaceflight systems.You will be creating innovative designs and problem resolutions that meet our demanding requirements through prototyping, hands-on design and working directly with our technicians on the vehicles as part of our standard practice. You will have the opportunity to collaborate and coordinate with multiple groups, including structural integrity, systems, structures, production/maintenance control and supply chain. Maintain focus on timeliness, execution of tasks and deliverables every day. Support the company strategy by holding ourselves and one another accountable for getting the work done.ResponsibilitiesReviews, updates, and compiles engineering analytical definition of structural components and assemblies based on records from the prototype build project, flight test and on-going operations.Develops standardized analysis criteria and templates.Plays an integral role in the workflow release process for all structural designs.Assists in review of manufacturing plans and procedures to ensure compliance with design and loads requirements.Supports the creation of structural test plans which will be used to verify manufacturing processes that meet design intent and requirements.Solves problems with a balance of technical product, cost, and schedule.Determines technical objectives of assignments and makes decisions and recommendations that are recognized as authoritative.Maintains current knowledge of developments in the field of specialty and/or other related spacecraft innovations to improve quality and effectiveness of product.Understands loads and aerodynamic effects on the continually changing loads on a composite aircraft, maintain and assist in operating our stand-alone flight dynamic loads analysis tool to be used after each flight to ensure flight loads stay within the limits of the inspection criteria for the aircraft.Drive safety behavior and Foreign Object Debris (FOD) awareness/prevention; ensure adherence to regulatory protocols and rules.Works collaboratively to achieve goals and/or complete assigned tasks.Required Skills and ExperienceBachelor's Degree in related field; and/or combination of education and work experience is required, Master's degrees is helpful, but not required with industry experienceMinimum 8 years of applicable experience in the analysis of structural systems using strength of materials and finite element-based methods.Relevant mechanical design and manufacturing experience preferably focused on or within aerospaceExperience in aircraft or spacecraft composite fabrication, design, and analysis processesExperience with 3D Modeling and Drafting with 3DExperience, CATIA V5, or similar packages, some familiarity with SolidWorks is helpfulExperience with NASTRAN, Hypersizer, and other Stress Analysis toolsExperience with free-body diagrams and classical stress analysis techniquesFamiliarity with space flight vehicles, rocket propulsion systems, and componentsExperience with Product Lifecycle Management tools (PLM software) and configuration managementExcellent Organizational Skills and problem-solving skillsStrong team playerMust be able to communicate effectively orally and in writing.Competency using basic functions of the MS Office suite of tools.Knowledge and experience with AS9100 a plusKnowledge of FAA part 25 FARs a plusAbility to communicate in a manner that is timely, respectful, and open to other ideasPreferred Skills and ExperienceExperience with vehicle instrumentation for flight test and health monitoring a plusExperience with composite vehicles is a plusStrong mechanical attitude working with kinematic models and flight hardware, hands on work, related hobbies a plus.