Senior Dynamic Stress Analysis Engineer (Denver Metropolitan Area)

Position Summary

ExoTerra is seeking a full-time Senior Dynamic Stress Analysis Engineer to lead the structural dynamics analysis of our electric propulsion (EP) flight hardware. The hired employee will assess the structural integrity of Hall-effect thrusters (HETs), propellant management systems, and power electronics when subjected to launch and on-orbit environments.

Key Responsibilities

• Provide technical expertise in dynamic stress analyses (shock and random vibration) of aerospace components and assemblies
• Assess component designs using finite element analysis to evaluate structural margins and shock response spectrum survivability
• Support dynamic testing (random vibration, shock) of sensitive aerospace components and propulsion systems with an emphasis on dynamic transient analysis to reduce risks to flight hardware.
• Understand customer-specified requirements, interface with customers, present analysis results to customers in design reviews, and prepare reports of analysis results for delivery to customers
• Provide support for multiple programs simultaneously
• Support signoff of flight hardware for delivery to customers
• Contribute to process and efficiency improvements
• Communicate and collaborate effectively with various teams, including program management, design, manufacturing, analysis, etc.

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree or higher in Mechanical or Aerospace Engineering
• 8+ years of industry experience (pay/level commensurate with experience)
• Solid foundation in fundamentals of structural mechanics and dynamics
• Experience performing finite element analysis (FEA) to evaluate structural margins and shock response spectrum (SRS) survivability of component designs
• Expertise in transient dynamic shock analysis
• Expertise in dynamic testing (random vibration, shock, etc.)
• Strong written/verbal communication skills

Preferred Qualifications

• Proficiency with Abaqus
• Proficiency with Femap and Nastran
• Proficiency with Matlab or Python
• Experience with space or satellite hardware
• Expertise with design, analysis, and implementation of dynamic test fixturing and shock-isolation to support successful testing at high load levels
• Expertise in structural analysis of technical ceramics or other brittle materials

Export Control / Compliance Requirements

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.

Compensation & Benefits

Competitive salary range: $115,000-$175,000 (dependent on experience and qualifications)

ExoTerra offers a comprehensive, total compensation package, which includes competitive salary, a discretionary annual bonus plan, paid time off (PTO), a comprehensive health benefit package and various other benefits. When you join our team, you’re not just an employee; you become part of a dynamic community dedicated to innovation and excellence.

Equal Employment Opportunity Statement

ExoTerra is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Employment decisions are made without regard to race, color, religion, national or ethnic origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, disability, protected veteran status or other characteristics protected by law.