Salary: $130,000- $165,000
York Space Systems was founded to radically improve spacecraft affordability and reliability, transforming, and enabling next-generation space mission operations worldwide. Today, York is one of the most innovative aerospace companies, specializing in end-to-end customer solutions and the rapid production of spacecraft platforms. York’s complete Space Segment Solution includes spacecraft production, payload integration, system integration & test, launch services, ground segment services, and mission operations, enabling customers to leverage York’s existing technology solutions to get to orbit rapidly and responsively. We’re looking to expand our team across the board.
We are seeking a Structural Engineer, Senior to support design and perform analysis for the creation of aerospace technologies. The Structural Engineer Senior is accountable for execution of structural dynamic and static analyses of spacecraft flight hardware as well as Mechanical Ground Support Equipment. The Structural Analyst will provide technical mentorship to junior engineers, influence processes, and help to create product architectures and development strategies. The Engineer will coordinate activities across functional groups, influencing and improving new and existing designs. Strong communication skills will be required to present results to our customers at various technical reviews.
RESPONSIBILITIES
- Develop static and dynamic analyses of spacecraft flight hardware and mechanical ground support equipment.
- Participate with the mechanical design engineers on new designs, design trades, and existing designs, including improvement suggestions.
- Cooperate with a cross-functional team of engineers while working multiple space projects in a fast-paced, results driven environment.
- Assist in the preparation of test plans, including static, separation dynamics, vibration, modal and shock test execution.
- Help perform the environmental testing, post process results, and deliver post-test reports.
- Present analysis results to engineering teams, leadership, and customers.
- Participate in the definition of processes and the development of best practices for structural analysis of spacecraft.
QUALIFICATIONS
- 5+ years experience as a structural analyst.
- Proficiency in MATLAB and Python
- Understanding of structures and structural dynamics.
- Experience with structural static and dynamic methods.
- Experience in application of finite element analysis principles anchored with hand calculation methods.
- Exposure to FEMAP and NASTRAN preferred.
- Effective communication skills.
- Must be able to obtain and maintain U.S. security clearance.
BENEFITS
- In addition to compensation, York Space Systems is proud to offer a comprehensive benefits package including medical, dental, and vision insurance along with PTO and a 401K.
HOW TO APPLY
- Interested candidates are encouraged to apply by clicking the “Apply for this position” link below. York Space Systems will be accepting applications on a rolling basis until the position is closed.
York Space Systems provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, military or protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws. Must have permanent authorization to work in the United States. This policy applies to all terms and conditions or employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation and training. YORK SPACE SYSTEMS IS AN EEO EMPLOYER.
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What We Do
York provides complete solutions for mission design, spacecraft, launch, ground, and operations. York offers complete mission solutions for both government and Fortune 500 companies from cyber-secure globally connected communications, to earth observation, and dedicated analytics platform streams. Today, York is one of the most innovative aerospace companies, specializing in both end-to-end customer solutions and the manufacturing of spacecraft platforms.
Why Work With Us
We continually question the status quo by transforming the industry to be one of constant production, deployment, and execution. We do nothing for the sole purpose of doing it because that is what has always been done, we are creating a new paradigm for the growth and financial success of the space sector and setting what the future will look like
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