Senior Structural Analyst

Position: Senior Structural Analyst I
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At Cesium Astro
, we are developers and pioneers of out-of-the-box communication systems for satellites, UAVs, launch vehicles, and other space and airborne platforms. We take pride in our dynamic and cross-functional work environment, which allows us to learn, develop, and engage across our organization. If you are looking for hands-on, interactive, and autonomous work, Cesium Astro is the place for you. We are actively seeking passionate, collaborative, energetic, and forward-thinking individuals to join our team.

We are looking to add a Senior Structural Analyst I to our team. If you enjoy working in a startup environment and are passionate about developing leading-edge hardware for satellites, spacecraft, and aerospace systems, we would like to hear from you.

In this position you will work with cross-functional teams to ensure the structural integrity, performance, and reliability of Cesium products for ground, airborne and space applications.

This role will initially be remote, with a planned transition to in-person work once our Florida office is established.

JOB DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Lead and oversee the structural analysis of electronics enclosures, subassemblies, and integrated mechanical systems.
• Develop and implement advanced finite element models (FEM) to simulate and predict the structural behavior of enclosure designs under various loading conditions, including MIL-STD-810 and DO-160 environments.
• Demonstrate and communicate the validity and applicability of models.
• Perform linear and nonlinear static, dynamic, and thermal analyses to assess stress margins, fatigue life, and potential failure modes.
• Collaborate with design engineers to optimize structural designs, materials, and configurations to meet performance, weight, and cost targets while ensuring structural safety and reliability.
• Conduct trade studies and sensitivity analyses to evaluate design alternatives, assess design margins, and mitigate structural risks and uncertainties.
• Generate comprehensive analysis reports, technical memos, and presentations to communicate analysis results, conclusions, and recommendations to project stakeholders, including management, customers, and regulatory authorities.
• Provide technical guidance and mentorship to junior mechanical engineers, fostering their professional growth and development in structural analysis techniques, methodologies, and best practices.
• Support and collaborate with test engineers and technicians on the development and validation of structural models, simulations, and test plans for ground and flight testing.
• Investigate and resolve structural anomalies, discrepancies, and non-conformances encountered during design, manufacturing, testing, or operations, implementing corrective actions and lessons learned.

JOB REQUIREMENTS AND MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

• Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering from an accredited university or institution.
• Minimum of 4 years of experience in structural analysis.
• Extensive experience in mechanical analysis in harsh environmental conditions.
• Proficiency in finite element analysis (FEA) software (Ansys, Simcenter, or Femap preferred).
• Strong understanding of structural mechanics, dynamics, and materials science principles relevant to aerospace applications.
• Excellent problem-solving skills and analytical abilities, with the capability to identify, assess, and resolve complex structural challenges and performance issues.
• Ability to bound difficult problems through first principles and hand calculations.
• Effective communication skills, with the ability to convey technical information clearly and concisely to diverse audiences, including engineers, managers, and customers.
• Detail-oriented mindset with a commitment to quality, accuracy, and compliance in all aspects of structural analysis and evaluation.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.

PREFERRED EXPERIENCE

• Master's or Ph.D. degree in Mechanical Engineering
• Familiarity with scripting languages (e.g., Python, MATLAB) for automation of analysis tasks and post-processing of simulation results.
• Knowledge of optimization methods and tools for structural design and performance enhancement.
• Experience with structural qualification and certification of aerospace hardware for space missions.
• Extensive experience with ANSYS mechanical analysis

$120,000 - $160,500 a year

Cesium Astro considers several factors when extending an offer, including but not limited to, the role and associated responsibilities, a candidate's work experience, education/training, and key skills. Full-time employment offers include company stock options and a generous benefits package including…