Finite element analysis engineer

This opportunity is located within our Ensign-Bickford Aerospace & Defense Company business, a global leader of mission-critical hardware and systems solutions including precision energetics systems and innovative explosive solutions. Click here to learn more.

Job Description

The Finite Element Analysis (FEA) Engineer will perform thermal, dynamic, structural, and functional modeling of energetic components and systems in support of design and development of aerospace and defense programs.

Roles and Responsibilities:

• Develop analytical models to assess the ability of EBAD products to meet functional requirements.
• Envision and assess alternate concepts to meet functional requirements.
• Supporting project and operations teams by providing expert level assistance.
• Support existing products and product upgrades.
• Participate in root cause and failure analysis of challenging problems.

Requirements:

The successful candidate must have a BS/MS in an engineering discipline and a minimum of 8 years design and/or analysis of aerospace and defense products.

• Strong background in Finite Element Analysis.
• Demonstrated experience performing analytical modeling and evaluation of component level designs.
• Perform detailed design analyses and present results to customers in support of design reviews.
• Strong written, verbal and presentation skills for interaction with various levels of management.
• Strong follow through and ability to work with Engineers to develop analytical models in support of product development, testing, and failure investigations.
• Proficient with Microsoft office suite software.
• Must be able to read and interpret technical product drawings.

Desired Skills:

• Extensive experience in ANSYS Workbench environment, particularly with structural, vibration, and dynamics modules.
• Experience with SolidWorks preferred.
• Advanced degree in Mechanical Engineering preferred.
• Experience with energetic materials preferred.
• Ability to perform explicit dynamic analyses preferred.
• Knowledge of space vehicle mechanisms and designs is preferred.

Compensation:

Salary Range: $130,000 - $180,000 per year. Salary is determined by the applicant's education, experience, knowledge, skills, abilities, internal equity, and alignment with market data.

Ensign-Bickford Aerospace & Defense Company is an Equal Opportunity Employer (EOE). Qualified applicants are considered for employment without regard to race, religion, color, sex, age, disability, sexual orientation, genetic information, national origin, or veteran status.