What are the responsibilities and job description for the Stress Engineer position at CFD Research Corporation?
POSITION OVERVIEW:
CFD Research is seeking a Stress Engineer to support the Mars Ascent Vehicle Integrated System (MAVIS) Program in Huntsville, Alabama. The selected candidate will be responsible for performing Finite Element Method (FEM) static analysis of launch vehicle structures. The candidate will also provide insight to the design team regarding structural changes based on analysis results and provide support to stress team Tabletop Review / Preliminary Design Review products, contractual deliverables, Integrated Product Team meetings, and other meetings and documentation support as needed. The candidate will support development and delivery of contract deliverables related to the design subsystem's structure. This role provides a unique opportunity to contribute to the MAVIS program, one of NASA's most ambitious Mars exploration missions.
Required Experience:
- Bachelor's or Master's degree in Aerospace Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, or a related field.
- Familiarity with FEM analysis and classical stress and strain methodology (for example: engineering statics, and structural mechanics including hand calculations)
- Experience using NASTRAN
Desired Experience:
- 5 years in stress analysis and FEM building ability
- Strong structural analysis background with demonstrated work experience
- Non-linear, and buckling analysis experience
- Experience with composite materials and test analysis
Schedule:
9/80 Schedule with primary work done in the office.
Clearance: None. U.S. Citizenship or Permanent Residency required (ITAR & Export Control compliance).
About CFD Research: Since its inception in 1987, CFD Research has delivered innovative technology solutions within the Aerospace & Defense, Biomedical & Life Sciences, Intelligence & Sensing, and Energy & Materials industries. CFD Research has earned multiple national awards for successful application and commercialization of innovative component/system technology prototypes, multi-physics simulation software, multi-disciplinary analyses, and expert support services. Based in Huntsville, Alabama where laboratory facilities and headquarters are located, CFD Research also has office and laboratory facilities in Dayton, Ohio, prototyping test and evaluation facilities in Hollywood, Alabama, and office facilities in Fort Walton Beach, Florida. CFD Research is an ISO9001:AS9100D registered company and is appraised at CMMI Level II for Services. CFD Research is a 100% ESOP (employee-owned company) recognized in Inc. Magazine's Inc5000 as a top growing company for four of the last five years. Learn more at www.cfd-research.com
Benefits: CFD Research offers competitive salaries and excellent employee benefits, including an employer matching 401(k) and Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP). CFD Research offers a highly competitive insurance package, including medical, vision, and dental insurance. We offer company paid leave, compensation time, parental leave, long-term and short-term disability, accidental death and dismemberment, and life insurance. Performance appraisals occur twice a year and annual pay increases are based upon corporate goals, personal development, performance, and outstanding achievements. In addition, group and individual bonuses are awarded for exceptional performance.
CFD Research is an EO employer - Veterans/Disabled and other protected categories
