Varstaff Merritt Island , Florida 10921
Posted 2 days ago
Loads and Dynamics EngineerAerospace is mandatory.US Citizens only.
Responsibilities:
Finite Element Model development, refinement, validation, and correlation to tests Rigid and flexible body dynamics Modeling, simulation, and verification of spacecraft launch, docking, and landing events Acceleration, shock, and vibration measurement and data interpretation of ground and flight tests General loads development for spacecraft and related ground systems Support configuration development and trade studies Qualifications:
Minimum of a B.S. degree in mechanical, aerospace or civil engineering 2+ years of experience in the prediction/validation of low and/or high frequency structural dynamics and loads, in addition to finite element modeling Solid foundation of structural static/dynamic fundamentals Passion for spacecraft structural/environmental loads development/validation Ability to solve a variety of static and dynamic structural problems using physics-based analytical methods (hand calculations, in-house tools, and 3rd party commercial analytical tools) Ability to earn trust, maintain positive and professional relationships, and contribute to a culture of inclusion Must be a U.S. citizen or national, U.S. permanent resident (current Green Card holder), or lawfully admitted into the U.S. as a refugee or granted asylum. Desired:
• Spacecraft and launch vehicle loads development/validation experience
• Hyperworks, NASTRAN, and Matlab proficiency
• LS-Dyna proficiency
• Adams proficiency
• Wave6 proficiency
• SEA proficiency
• High frequency environment prediction skills related to spacecraft and launch vehicles
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