{"schemaVersion":"jobsearcher.job.v1","id":"6c9568e73b66dcd5eb1a5eea","url":"https://jobsearcher.com/jobs/6c9568e73b66dcd5eb1a5eea","canonicalUrl":"https://jobsearcher.com/jobs/6c9568e73b66dcd5eb1a5eea","title":"Senior Structural Dynamics Engineer","description":"Senior Structural Dynamics EngineerLong Beach, CA\r\nA new space race has begun. True Anomaly seeks those with the talent and ambition to build innovative technology that solves the next generation of engineering, manufacturing, and operational challenges for space security and sustainability.\r\nThe peaceful use of space is essential for continued prosperity on Earthfrom communications and finance to navigation and logistics. True Anomaly builds innovative technology at the intersection of spacecraft, software, and AI to enhance the capabilities of the U.S., its allies, and commercial partners. We safeguard global security by ensuring space access and sustainability for all.\r\nOur Values\r\nBe the offset. We create asymmetric advantages with creativity and ingenuity\r\nWhat would it take? We challenge assumptions to deliver ambitious results\r\nIt's the people. Our team is our competitive advantage and we are better together\r\nYour Mission\r\nResponsibilities\r\nLead the analysis and validation of spacecraft and/or missile defense structural systems to ensure survivability and performance under dynamic environments, including launch, on-orbit, and mission operations\r\nPerform detailed structural dynamics analyses, including modal, harmonic, random vibration, shock, and transient response simulations\r\nDevelop and validate finite element models (FEMs) of spacecraft and/or missile defense structures and subsystems, ensuring accuracy in predicting dynamic behavior\r\nDefine and lead dynamic testing campaigns, including vibration, shock, and acoustic testing, to verify structural integrity and correlate models with test results\r\nCollaborate with cross-functional teams, including mechanical, thermal, and systems engineering, to ensure dynamic requirements are integrated into the design process\r\nProvide expertise in structural dynamics during trade studies, design reviews, and critical decision-making processes\r\nQualifications\r\nBachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering, Aerospace Engineering, or a related field.\r\n6+ years of experience in structural dynamics analysis for aerospace, defense, or high-reliability applications\r\nProficiency in finite element analysis (FEA) tools such as FEMAP/NASTRAN or HyperWorks/OptiStruct\r\nExperience in spacecraft and/or missile defense dynamic environments, including launch loads, aero loads, vibration, and shock\r\nStrong understanding of structural mechanics, material properties, and failure modes in aerospace applications\r\nHands-on experience with environmental testing, including random, sine, and sine burst vibration\r\nPreferred Skills and Experience\r\nFamiliarity with spacecraft-specific structural dynamics challenges, such as coupled loads analysis and dynamic coupling between subsystems\r\nFamiliarity with missile-specific structural dynamics challenges, such as aerothermal loading\r\nExperience working with lightweight structures, composites, and advanced materials.\r\nProficiency in CAD tools, such as SolidWorks/NX for integrating FEMs with detailed vehicle assembly models Teamcenter for PLM\r\nHands-on experience with instrumentation for dynamic testing, including accelerometers, strain gauges, and data acquisition systems\r\nHands-on experience with environmental testing including shock and acoustic tests\r\nDemonstrated experience with full program life cycle (capture to launch)\r\nCompensation\r\nBase Salary:$125,000-$175,000\r\nEquity + Benefitsincluding Health, Dental, Vision, HRA/HSA options, PTO and paid holidays, 401K, Parental Leave\r\nYour actual level and base salary will be determined on a case-by-case basis and may vary based on the following considerations: job-related knowledge and skills, education, location, and experience.\r\nAdditional Requirements\r\nAbility to maintain or obtain TS//SCI clearance.\r\nWork Location -while we observe a hybrid work environment, you will need to be onsite as the business needs require. On an average week, you can expect to spend at least 3 days per week in office at our Long Beach facility.\r\nWork environment -is in a standard office, working at a desk or in a production factory.\r\nPhysical demands -may include frequent standing, sitting, walking, bending, and lifting or carrying items up to 20lbs.\r\nThis position will be open until it is successfully filled. To submit your application, please follow the directions below.\r\nTo conform to U.S. Government space technology export regulations, including the International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR) you 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.\r\nTrue Anomaly is committed to equal employment opportunity on any basis protected by applicable state and federal laws. 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Our team is our competitive advantage and we are better together\r\nYour Mission\r\nResponsibilities\r\nLead the analysis and validation of spacecraft and/or missile defense structural systems to ensure survivability and performance under dynamic environments, including launch, on-orbit, and mission operations\r\nPerform detailed structural dynamics analyses, including modal, harmonic, random vibration, shock, and transient response simulations\r\nDevelop and validate finite element models (FEMs) of spacecraft and/or missile defense structures and subsystems, ensuring accuracy in predicting dynamic behavior\r\nDefine and lead dynamic testing campaigns, including vibration, shock, and acoustic testing, to verify structural integrity and correlate models with test results\r\nCollaborate with cross-functional teams, including mechanical, thermal, and systems engineering, to ensure dynamic requirements are integrated into the design process\r\nProvide expertise in structural dynamics during trade studies, design reviews, and critical decision-making processes\r\nQualifications\r\nBachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering, Aerospace Engineering, or a related field.\r\n6+ years of experience in structural dynamics analysis for aerospace, defense, or high-reliability applications\r\nProficiency in finite element analysis (FEA) tools such as FEMAP/NASTRAN or HyperWorks/OptiStruct\r\nExperience in spacecraft and/or missile defense dynamic environments, including launch loads, aero loads, vibration, and shock\r\nStrong understanding of structural mechanics, material properties, and failure modes in aerospace applications\r\nHands-on experience with environmental testing, including random, sine, and sine burst vibration\r\nPreferred Skills and Experience\r\nFamiliarity with spacecraft-specific structural dynamics challenges, such as coupled loads analysis and dynamic coupling between subsystems\r\nFamiliarity with missile-specific structural dynamics challenges, such as aerothermal loading\r\nExperience working with lightweight structures, composites, and advanced materials.\r\nProficiency in CAD tools, such as SolidWorks/NX for integrating FEMs with detailed vehicle assembly models Teamcenter for PLM\r\nHands-on experience with instrumentation for dynamic testing, including accelerometers, strain gauges, and data acquisition systems\r\nHands-on experience with environmental testing including shock and acoustic tests\r\nDemonstrated experience with full program life cycle (capture to launch)\r\nCompensation\r\nBase Salary:$125,000-$175,000\r\nEquity + Benefitsincluding Health, Dental, Vision, HRA/HSA options, PTO and paid holidays, 401K, Parental Leave\r\nYour actual level and base salary will be determined on a case-by-case basis and may vary based on the following considerations: job-related knowledge and skills, education, location, and experience.\r\nAdditional Requirements\r\nAbility to maintain or obtain TS//SCI clearance.\r\nWork Location -while we observe a hybrid work environment, you will need to be onsite as the business needs require. 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