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Finite Element Analysis Engineer
Moorpark, CAApril 5th, 2026
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.
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 f unctionalrequirements.
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.