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Structures Analyst

Swarm Aero
Oxnard, USA
Full-time
Senior · 7+ years experience
Onsite
USD 155000-210000 / year
Discovered 2 weeks ago

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What you’ll do

  • Lead the development of conceptual and preliminary aircraft component sizing.
  • Perform structural analysis using hand calculations and finite element analysis (FEA) across a wide range of designs and materials, including composites and metallics.
  • Create and refine aircraft, assembly, and component level finite element models.
  • Conduct advanced feasibility studies to ensure aircraft designs meet performance, weight, and cost targets.
  • Establish and maintain best practices, analysis standards, and traceability, streamlining workflows through the automation of analysis processes with existing and newly developed tools.
  • Support fast-paced prototype and production aircraft design with a focus on manufacturability.
  • Provide technical leadership, guidance, and mentorship to junior analysts and engineers.
  • Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure design feasibility, manufacturability, and compliance with certification requirements.
  • What you’ve done:
  • Bachelor’s degree in Aerospace Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, or a related field (advanced degree preferred).
  • 7+ years of experience in composite structural analysis for aircraft, spacecraft, or similar vehicles.
  • Developed a deep understanding of material properties, failure mechanisms, and structural dynamics.
  • Strong expertise in CAD and FEM tools, particularly Siemens NX, Simcenter, Femap, or equivalent software.
  • Led the design and analysis of composite structures throughout the product lifecycle, from conceptualization to production.
  • Familiarity with aviation industry standards and DoD certification requirements.
  • What sets you apart:
  • Extensive experience in new product development, particularly in small, agile teams.
  • Experience in composite aircraft manufacturing techniques, including bonded structures.
  • Exceptional problem-solving and analytical skills, along with strong design experience using Siemens NX and experience with PLM systems like Teamcenter.
  • Comprehensive knowledge of aviation industry practices and DoD certification standards.
  • Outstanding communication, time management, collaboration, and leadership abilities, with a proven track record of successfully working in cross-functional teams.
  • ITAR requirement
  • To conform to U.S. Government export regulations, applicant 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.
  • Swarm Aero is an equal opportunity employer. We value diverse backgrounds and experiences and make employment decisions without regard to race, religion, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, veteran status, or disability.

Qualifications

  • Familiarity with aviation industry standards and DoD certification requirements.

Preferred Qualifications

  • Bachelor’s degree in Aerospace Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, or a related field (advanced degree preferred).

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