Zeno Power · 3 weeks ago
Senior/Principal Structural Analyst
Seattle, WA
Full-time
Onsite
Senior Level, Lead/Staff
$145K/yr - $185K/yr
7+ years expZeno Power is the leading developer of nuclear batteries, providing reliable, clean energy in frontier environments. They are seeking a highly motivated Senior/Principal Structural Analyst to support the development and market introduction of Radioisotope Power Systems technologies, performing detailed mechanical and structural analyses and collaborating with cross-functional teams.
AerospaceClean EnergyNuclear
No H1B
U.S. Citizen Only
Responsibilities
Perform detailed mechanical and structural analyses of Radioisotope Power System (RPS) structures, subsystems, and components across all program phases—from early concept and prototype to qualification and flight hardware
Evaluate mechanical performance against structural limits, regulatory requirements, and applicable design and pressure vessel codes (ASME BPVC, AWS D1.1, etc.)
Apply NASA structural design and verification standards (e.g., NASA-STD-5001, NASA-STD-5012, NASA-HDBK-7004, NASA-STD-7009) to ensure compliance with flight-class structural integrity, safety factors, and analysis documentation practices
Assess component margins and performance under mechanical, thermal, and acoustic environments using static, model, vibration, and explicit dynamic analyses
Document findings and provide guidance through clear, traceable analysis reports that conform with Zeno Power technical writing standards
Develop test requirements and plans to validate analytical results; correlate test data to analytical models and update predictions as required
Provide oversight and mentorship to internal analysts, review vendor and partner analysis deliverables for technical accuracy, compliance, and quality consistency
Provide input and guidance to mechanical design teams to inform component sizing, subsystem configuration, and material selection
Collaborate closely with systems, materials, and test engineers to ensure robust, manufacturable, and testable hardware designs
Qualification
Required
B.S. or higher in Mechanical or Aerospace Engineering from an accredited university (M.S. preferred)
7+ years of experience in structural analysis including steady state, random vibration, and thermal environments for aerospace or nuclear systems
Demonstrated proficiency and deep understanding of FEA tools (ANSYS Mechanical preferred; Abaqus, Nastran, or LS-DYNA a plus)
Strong background in dynamic structural analysis, including random vibration, sine sweep, shock, and transient response
Experience with impact, re-entry, or launch environment analyses is a plus
Working knowledge of NASA standards and verification processes (NASA-STD-5001B, NASA-STD-5012, NASA-HDBK-7005, NASA-STD-7009) highly desired
Familiarity with fracture mechanics, fatigue life estimation, and damage tolerance principles
Experience generating stress reports and component margins justifications consistent with NASA or aerospace prime contractor standards
Working knowledge of 3D CAD tools (SolidWorks or similar) and GD&T (ASME Y14.5) for model-based definition and analysis
Experience working under structured quality systems (NQA-1, AS9100, ISO 9001, or similar)
Excellent technical writing skills and ability to present results clearly to technical and non-technical audiences
Self-starter capable of leading analysis efforts with minimal supervision, thriving in a fast-paced, multidisciplinary environment
Strong collaboration and communication skills; able to work independently or as part of a cross-functional team
Benefits
Stock options
Flexible paid time off
401k plan with employer match
16 weeks of paid family leave
Employer HSA contributions
Transit benefits to put toward commuting expenses
Medical, dental, and vision insurance
Relocation assistance
Dedicated dog friendly spaces
Company
Zeno Power
Zeno is developing next-generation radioisotope power systems that generate carbon-free, resilient power for decades.
51-200 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Growth StageTotal Funding
$94.87MKey Investors
NASATribe CapitalTechstars
2025-05-14Series B· $50M
2024-06-15Debt Financing· $8M
2023-07-25Grant· $15M
Leadership Team
Tyler Bernstein
Co-Founder and CEO
Jonathan Segal
Co-Founder and COO
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