Structural Dynamics Engineering Lead - Houston, United States - Mclaurin Aerospace

Description

Job Description

Job Description

Are you passionate about human space exploration, understanding the origins of the universe, and working with a passionate and diverse team to make a difference? If you are, we need you

We need your talent, teamwork, and energy to help us achieve great things that inspire people all over the globe.

We need you to bring creative ideas and diverse backgrounds to help us envision, shape, and deliver systems that will enable the exploration of space while benefiting people here on Earth.

We are excited about what we do, and we need you on our team as we take on exciting challenges for NASA's pursuits in deep space exploration.

We have an exciting opportunity for a

Structural Dynamics Engineering Lead

to join our JETS II contract team at

NASA Johnson Space Center in Houston, TX .

This position will be performing structural dynamic analysis on spacecraft in multiple NASA human spaceflight programs and leading a team of structural dynamics engineers.

The NASA human spaceflight programs supported includes Orion, Gateway, Human Landing System, Commercial Crew Program, and others.

If selected you will:
Perform detailed finite element modeling, coupled loads analysis, and evaluate results
Perform analyses using commercial and in-house codes as well as write new simulation scripts
Perform modal analysis on component Finite Element Analysis models in preparation for modal tests
Identify critical modes for a component or system
Review and process modal and structural data (analytical and test)
Develop and/or review test plans and procedures, documenting test results

Ensure employees in functional areas follow established procedures and generate finished work products within time and budgetary constraints and ensure products yield the expected outcome and establish equality levels.

Relies on extensive experience and judgment to plan and accomplish goals
Ensure NASA customer has adequate technical support personnel to accomplish associated tasks by assisting the Section Manager in assigning existing resources and attaining new resources by reviewing resumes and participating in interviews
Conduct meetings with NASA customer to provide status and obtain feedback
Participate in employee evaluations
Perform routine project status reviews for cost, schedule, risk management, and deliverable adherence
Conduct oversight, mentorship and guidance to employees and task leads
Establish and update personnel training plans as required
Work with leads to track and maintain efficient task performance

Work with colleagues to coordinate issue resolution across multiple JETS organizations which could include source limitations, technical challenges, process breakdowns, etc.

Perform other duties as required


Qualifications:
This position has been posted at multiple levels.

Depending on the candidate's experience, requirements, and business needs, we reserve the right to consider candidates at any level for which this position has been advertised.

Typically requires a minimum of a bachelor's degree in engineering and normally possess years of related experience. License and certification may be required
Minimum 5 years performing tasks associated with spacecraft and human spaceflight
Excellent oral, written, and organizational skills with the ability to work in a team environment
Experience planning and establishing work priorities
Experience leading a team of engineers
Experience with customer and stakeholder interactions
Experience in the load and dynamics discipline including coupled loads analysis, shock, vibro-acoustics, signal processing, testing, and/or multi-body dynamics
Experience with Python, MATLAB, and/or C/C++
Preferred

Qualifications:
BS or MS degree in Mechanical or Aerospace engineering and a minimum of eight (8) years of direct engineering experience in the field of loads and dynamics with a strong understanding of the skills required to perform these tasks
Familiarity with NASA standards and processes for loads and dynamics, including modal and vibro-acoustic testing
Proficiency in Coupled Loads Analysis (CLA) and an understanding of the workflow to perform a CLA
Experience using NASTRAN with FEMAP as a pre/post-processor
Experience with Component Mode Synthesis and Craig Bampton model reductions
Experience performing multi-body and dynamic contact analysis (e.g., LS-DYNA or Adams)
Experience in vibro-acoustic analysis
Experience customizing analysis processes through scripting and software development
Familiarity with version control methods using GitLab or GitHub
Proficiency in Python
Proficiency in MATLAB, or C/C++
Benefits
Competitive pay
Positive work-life balance
100% Employer paid insurance including: Medical, dental, vision, life insurance, accidental death and dismemberment, short-term disability, and long-term disability
11 paid holidays annually
Generous PTO
401k after 12 months of service with employer match
Education assistance
Relocation assistance (if applicable)

Mclaurin is a unique organization with a special focus on combining the best features of research and industry in order to foster innovation.

Our organization strongly supports research, publication, and engagement with the academic community. We encourage our employees to remain on the cutting edge of new developments in their respective disciplines.
US Citizenship and the ability to pass a comprehensive security background investigation is required.
Mclaurin is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status or other characteristics protected by law.

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