Structural Analysis Engineer

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Maxar is currently seeking a Structural Analyst to join our team in Palo Alto, CA. You'll be part of a challenging and fast-paced team, working on spacecrafts operating in earth orbits, deep space missions, interplanetary missions and much more. You will be responsible for performing structural analysis and test of spacecraft structures and subsystem components using finite element modeling and classical analysis methods.

Responsibilities:

•           Determine most efficient, yet sufficiently thorough method of solving problems.

•           Utilize knowledge of aerospace materials, structural testing, and basic structural analysis concepts such as strength of materials, stress analysis, and structural dynamics.

•           Develop finite element models of components and assemblies using PATRAN, FEMAP, and NASTRAN software.

•           Perform stress analysis and margin of safety analysis using strength of materials theory and classical methods.

•           Process models to obtain static and dynamic responses to launch, test, and ground handling environments, including definition of test requirements, design of test configuration, administration of tests, and writing test reports.

•           Consolidate analysis results into clear technical documentation

Minimum Requirements:

• Must be a U.S. citizen or permanent resident
• Bachelor's degree in mechanical, civil or other engineering discipline or a related field. Four additional years of experience may be substituted for a degree
• 2 years of relevant experience 

Preferred Qualifications:

•          Master’s degree in an engineering discipline

•          Familiarity with advanced composite materials

•          Familiarity with Spacecraft structures

•          Familiarity with fracture analysis

•          Static and dynamics test experience

Our salary ranges are market-driven and set to allow for flexibility. Individual pay will be competitive based on a candidate’s unique set of knowledge, skills, and geographic diversity, with earnings potential commensurate with experience. The range for this position is:

$76,000.00 - $126,000.00 annually.

 

Maxar employees must follow all applicable Maxar policies and COVID-19 requirements as well as those of Maxar customers and third parties. Individual job requirements may vary, and Maxar reserves the right to modify its policies and requirements as it deems appropriate in accordance with applicable law.

Maxar Technologies values diversity in the workplace and is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, race, color, religion, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, age, or any other characteristic protected by law.