Staff Structural Analyst
Core
Staff Structural Analyst responsible for full lifecycle ownership of spacecraft structures from conceptual design to test support, balancing risk, cost, and performance for LEO satellite constellations.
Role type
Staff IC structural analyst (spacecraft systems)
Builds
LEO satellite constellations and optical payloads
Domain
Aerospace / Space Systems
Required skills
finite element analysis (FEM), modal and frequency analysis, random response analysis, dynamic environments definition, model correlation to test data, root cause analysis, coupled loads analysis, test plan scoping, risk vs cost decision making, make vs buy trade-offs, mechanical/structural validation, post-test analysis and reduction
Preferred skills
force limiting principles, opto-mechanical systems analysis, mechanical design, spacecraft design, instrument design, electronic instrumentation (DAQ, signal processing)
Technologies
FEMAP, ANSYS, Python, Matlab, Julia, C, C++, Fortran
Responsibilities
Perform linear and nonlinear static, modal, frequency, and random response analyses; correlate models to test data; define dynamic environments and execute structural tests; plan and reduce post-test analysis for vibration and shock; establish engineering standards and tools; drive make vs buy trades and risk posture decisions; create quick concepts for early design phases; coordinate with test venues and direct on-site tests
Seniority
Staff, hands-on IC with leadership/mentoring
