{"schemaVersion":"jobsearcher.job.v1","id":"ecac0ce05d259f4cc949af64","url":"https://jobsearcher.com/jobs/ecac0ce05d259f4cc949af64","canonicalUrl":"https://jobsearcher.com/jobs/ecac0ce05d259f4cc949af64","title":"Sr Analysis Mechanical Engineer (Thermal, Structural)","description":"Sr Analysis Mechanical Engineer (Thermal, Structural)\nAbout the Company:\nWe are a stealth‑mode Aerospace & Defense startup headquartered in Gardena, CA. Our founding team hails from SpaceX, Anduril, and Lockheed Martin, and we are backed by Joint Staff‑level military leadership and several Silicon Valley firms. With a world‑class business development & leadership team already in place, we are well positioned to capitalize on already overwhelming demand.\n\nAbout the Role:\nWe are seeking a highly motivated Senior Analysis Mechanical Engineer specializing in thermal and structural analysis to support the development of advanced aerospace systems and hardware. In this role, you will lead and execute complex structural and thermal analyses for primary and secondary structures, contributing across the full product lifecycle from rapid conceptual design through testing, validation, and operational performance assessment.\n\nYou will work closely with multidisciplinary engineering teams to develop finite element models, establish structural load paths, perform preliminary sizing for metallic and composite structures, and conduct detailed thermal analyses using industry‑standard tools and methodologies. The position requires strong expertise in FEM/FEA, thermal network analysis, and analytical problem‑solving, along with the ability to collaborate in fast‑paced development environments with aggressive timelines.\n\nResponsibilities:\n\nDevelop structural analysis tools and guidelines for company‑wide use; engage key stakeholders, secure their support, and provide training to engineers as required.\n\nConduct structural analyses on primary and secondary structures through finite element modeling (FEM) and manual calculations.\n\nEstablish load paths and perform preliminary structural sizing with metallic and composite materials.\n\nCollaborate with design teams on rapid conceptual design, modeling, analysis, and test cycles, including CAD development, finite element analysis (FEA), and test oversight.\n\nProduce high‑quality documentation to reduce error rates and enhance operational efficiency.\n\nPerform peer reviews of engineering models, analyses, and testing procedures.\n\nContinuously pursue improvements in performance and robustness.\n\nExecute thermal analysis of hardware, encompassing initial high‑level analyses through validation using ground tests, flight data, and orbital performance metrics.\n\nPreferred Skills and Experience:\n\nBachelors in Mechanical Engineering or related field with analysis concentration\n\nMinimum 5 years of professional experience in thermal or fluid analysis.\n\nSolid understanding of spacecraft and/or launch vehicle systems.\n\nProficient with thermal network analysis.\n\nExperienced in using ANSYS Workbench.\n\nFamiliar with scripting languages, particularly Python.\n\nExceptional written and verbal communication skills.\n\nProven ability to meet aggressive timelines.\n\nMaster's in engineering, mathematics, or physics.\n\nPrior experience conducting structural analysis on primary structures.\n\nProficient with finite element analysis (FEA) solvers such as ABAQUS, ANSYS, or Nastran.\n\nAdvanced proficiency with pre‑ and post‑processing software including ABAQUS/CAE, ANSA/META, ANSYS, or FEMAP (including scripting capabilities).\n\nFamiliarity with nonlinear analyses related to material behavior, geometry, and contact.\n\nExperience conducting stress analyses of welded structures, addressing heat distortion and residual stresses.\n\nStrong knowledge of fatigue and fracture mechanics, with familiarity in fatigue and crack‑growth analysis tools such as nCode, NASGRO, or equivalent software.\n\nCompetency with scripting using Python, VBA, or Matlab.\n\nStrong communication skills with the capability to clearly and concisely present recommendations.\n\nSelf‑motivated with the willingness to independently tackle new challenges and effectively manage multiple tasks concurrently.\n\nAdditional Requirements:\n\nMust be available to work extended hours and weekends as needed.\n\nITAR:\nTo conform to U.S. Government export regulations, applicant must be a (i) U.S. citizen or national, (ii) U.S. lawful permanent resident (aka green card holder), (iii) Refugee under 8 U.S.C. § 1157, or (iv) Asylee under 8 U.S.C. § 1158, or be eligible to obtain the required authorizations from the U.S. Department of State.\n\n#J-18808-Ljbffr","company":"Singularity Defense","rawCompany":"singularity defense","city":"Placentia","state":"CA","isRemote":false,"isActive":false,"createdAt":"2026-06-17T04:17:00.874Z","occupations":[{"code":"17-2141.00","title":"Mechanical Engineers","slug":"mechanical-engineers"},{"code":"17-2011.00","title":"Aerospace Engineers","slug":"aerospace-engineers"},{"code":"17-2199.00","title":"Engineers, All Other","slug":"engineers-all-other"}],"industries":[{"code":"541330","title":"Engineering Services","slug":"engineering-services"},{"code":"336419","title":"Other Guided Missile and Space Vehicle Parts and Auxiliary Equipment Manufacturing","slug":"other-guided-missile-and-space-vehicle-parts-and-auxiliary-equipment-manufacturing"},{"code":"336414","title":"Guided Missile and Space Vehicle Manufacturing","slug":"guided-missile-and-space-vehicle-manufacturing"}],"jobPosting":{"@context":"https://schema.org","@type":"JobPosting","title":"Sr Analysis Mechanical Engineer (Thermal, Structural)","description":"Sr Analysis Mechanical Engineer (Thermal, Structural)\nAbout the Company:\nWe are a stealth‑mode Aerospace & Defense startup headquartered in Gardena, CA. 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