What are the responsibilities and job description for the Structural Engineer position at Firehawk?
Firehawk Aerospace is a propulsion-focused aerospace and defense company based in the Dallas, TX area. Firehawk is seeking a structural analysis engineer, whose primary responsibilities would include leading our propellant R&D finite element modeling and structural analysis.
Responsibilities
As a Structural Analysis Engineer, the selected candidate will support the finite element modeling and analysis needs of propulsion development programs. The selected candidate will be expected to lead the development of propulsion element structural loads, as well as lead the development of propulsion element dynamic loads in environments including shock, random vibration, sine vibration, and acoustic environments. The selected candidate will support and consult testing efforts of functional components for mechanical characterization, dynamic environments, and support data analysis to ensure validation of designs.
Required Qualifications
To 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.
Work Environment And Physical Requirements
Employees in these positions must possess mobility to work in a standard office setting and to use standard office equipment, including a computer; stamina to sit and to maintain attention to detail despite interruptions; may occasionally lift/carry/push/pull up to 25 pounds; may require minimal walking, standing for extended amounts of time, climbing, crouching, and/or bending; and vision to read printed materials and a computer screen, and hearing and speech to communicate in person and over the telephone. May require the ability to travel by air or auto. May require the use of personal protective equipment such as safety glasses, safety shoes, and shop coat. These positions may be expected to work varying shifts and hours to ensure successful operation of activities in the organization.
Security Clearance
May be required to obtain and maintain a U.S. Security Clearance at the appropriate level. Requires U.S. Citizenship. Must also be able to satisfy federal government requirements for access to government information, and having dual citizenship may preclude you from being able to meet this requirement.
Equal Opportunity Employer Statement
Firehawk Aerospace is an Equal Opportunity Employer; employment with Firehawk Aerospace is governed on the basis of merit, competence and qualifications and will not be influenced in any manner by race, color, religion, gender, national origin/ethnicity, veteran status, disability status, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, mental or physical disability or any other legally protected status.
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Responsibilities
As a Structural Analysis Engineer, the selected candidate will support the finite element modeling and analysis needs of propulsion development programs. The selected candidate will be expected to lead the development of propulsion element structural loads, as well as lead the development of propulsion element dynamic loads in environments including shock, random vibration, sine vibration, and acoustic environments. The selected candidate will support and consult testing efforts of functional components for mechanical characterization, dynamic environments, and support data analysis to ensure validation of designs.
Required Qualifications
- Bachelor’s degree in mechanical engineering, Aerospace Engineering, or Civil Engineering with a minimum of 7 years of experience in structural analysis
- Strong analytical background with problem solving skills
- Experience deriving structural loads, creating FEA models, modeling structural loads (static and dynamic), supporting structural validation testing and data analysis
- Experience performing structural analysis on metals and composites
- Experience with Ansys (or an equivalent FEA software), and Excel
- Time management, organization, interpersonal skills, communication, and teamwork skills
- Ability to clearly present technical information to all organizations at all levels
- 10 years of experience in Ansys (or an equivalent FEA software) performing structural finite element analysis
- Master’s or PhD in aerospace or mechanical engineering with a focus on finite element modeling and analysis
- Experience performing structural analysis on solid rocket motors and/or hybrid rocket engines
- Experience using Matlab, Python, PTC Creo (or an equivalent CAD software)
To 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.
Work Environment And Physical Requirements
Employees in these positions must possess mobility to work in a standard office setting and to use standard office equipment, including a computer; stamina to sit and to maintain attention to detail despite interruptions; may occasionally lift/carry/push/pull up to 25 pounds; may require minimal walking, standing for extended amounts of time, climbing, crouching, and/or bending; and vision to read printed materials and a computer screen, and hearing and speech to communicate in person and over the telephone. May require the ability to travel by air or auto. May require the use of personal protective equipment such as safety glasses, safety shoes, and shop coat. These positions may be expected to work varying shifts and hours to ensure successful operation of activities in the organization.
Security Clearance
May be required to obtain and maintain a U.S. Security Clearance at the appropriate level. Requires U.S. Citizenship. Must also be able to satisfy federal government requirements for access to government information, and having dual citizenship may preclude you from being able to meet this requirement.
Equal Opportunity Employer Statement
Firehawk Aerospace is an Equal Opportunity Employer; employment with Firehawk Aerospace is governed on the basis of merit, competence and qualifications and will not be influenced in any manner by race, color, religion, gender, national origin/ethnicity, veteran status, disability status, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, mental or physical disability or any other legally protected status.
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