Senior Structural Analysis Engineer

About Quartus

Quartus Engineering Incorporated ( is a leading provider of engineering services and integrated hardware solutions for a wide range of clients and industries. We employ advanced computer-aided engineering tools in the areas of optics, structural, thermal, and coupled analyses. We couple our engineering analysis capabilities with design, prototype, integration and test capabilities to create solutions for our clients that are of extraordinary value.

What will you do?

As a Structural Analysis Engineer, you will create, modify, and maintain finite element models (FEMs) of components and systems, with applications including stress analysis, structural dynamics, optical performance, and test correlation. As a Senior Engineer you may be expected to own the entire technical aspect of a given project, not necessarily just your area of expertise.


Essential Job Functions:

• Perform structural finite element analysis (FEA) for a range of solutions and load types, including static, nonlinear, thermal distortion, modal, and structural dynamics (vibration & shock)
• Perform structural-thermal-optical-performance (STOP) analysis for optical components and systems
• Function as technical lead for certain projects - define technical approach for complex problems, delegate and review portions of the workload, communicate with internal and external teams as a primary technical point of contact
• Function as project lead for smaller projects - plan and staff projects, track schedules and budgets, act as a primary point of contact for all aspects of a project
• Assist in redesign and optimization of structures and systems not meeting load & environment requirements
• Generate custom codes to speed, improve, or expand analysis workflow and capabilities
• Perform pre-test analyses and model correlation
• Support test plan development and execution of feasibility studies
• Create reports to document analysis results, conclusions, and recommendations
• Lead or contribute to proposal efforts and sales meetings with potential clients
• Providing technical leadership in your area of expertise - mentoring, reviewing, internal development

Location

Position is based in either Herndon, VA or San Diego, CA with a hybrid schedule.*

*The hybrid work arrangement is subject to change based on business needs including but not limited to training, performance, or other operational requirements. Any physical location change may impact future employment.

What are we looking for?

• BS and/or MS in Mechanical, Aerospace, Structural, or similar Engineering field
• 6+ years of work experience with heavy emphasis on FEA
• Experience or expertise in one or more of the following commercial mechanical analysis tools is required: HyperMesh, FEMAP, NASTRAN
• Experience in one of the following areas: Spacecraft, Aeronautics, Composite Structures, Optical Systems
• Must be a US Person (US Citizen or Legal Permanent Resident)

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience or expertise with static, modal, and/or vibration test planning, analytical direction, and correlation is highly desirable
• Experience in designing using CAD/CAE software (SolidWorks preferred)
• Familiarity with optical raytracing software (eg. Zemax, CodeV, etc.)
• Experience or expertise in coding with MATLAB, Python, or similar is highly desirable
• Experience in analysis/test technical lead for successful flight hardware programs

Compensation and Benefits

Senior Engineer pay range: $114,443 - $190,738*

*This pay range represents base pay. In addition, you may be eligible for additional benefits and compensation.

Referral eligibility: Tier 1

Quartus is an equal opportunity employer and we are committed to employing a diverse workforce, including, but not limited to, minorities, women, individuals with disabilities, and protected veterans. Quartus provides comprehensive benefits including competitive salary, discretionary performance-based bonus, employee stock ownership plan, medical, dental, vision, and 401k plan with company match.