L3Harris Technologies · 6 hours ago
Lead, Structural Engineering
Huntsville, AL
Full-time
Onsite
Senior Level, Lead/Staff
7+ years expL3Harris Technologies is dedicated to delivering end-to-end technology solutions in the defense industry. They are seeking a Lead, Structural Engineer to perform structural analysis for solid rocket propulsion systems, ensuring product designs meet performance requirements while collaborating with cross-disciplinary teams.
CommercialInformation TechnologyNational Security
No H1B
Security Clearance RequiredU.S. Citizen Only
Responsibilities
Drive analysis tasks for SRM components including metallic and composite motor cases, nozzles, insulation, and propellant grains. Ensure structural integrity across all phases of flight and ground handling
Build and execute finite element models using ANSYS, ABAQUS, or comparable tools. Model components using isotropic, orthotropic, and viscoelastic material definitions with nonlinear and temperature-dependent properties. Apply classical methods to validate and supplement numerical results, especially for preliminary design trades or quick-turn assessments
Determine margins of safety against yield, ultimate failure, buckling, HCF, LCF, and fracture using established industry standard practices and internal allowables. Produce high-quality technical reports, stress notes, and presentations that clearly outline methods, assumptions, and conclusions for both internal reviews and external customer delivery
Participate in formal and informal design reviews. Communicate results, trade-offs, and risk areas effectively to multidisciplinary audiences, including program management and external customers
Contribute to internal tool development, analysis automation, and knowledge capture to enhance team efficiency and standardization
Ability to obtain a US Security Clearance
Travel: 10%
Qualification
Required
Bachelor's Degree and minimum 9 years of prior structural analysis experience
Graduate Degree and a minimum of 7 years of prior structural analysis experience
In lieu of a degree, minimum of 13 years of prior structural analysis experience
Ability to obtain a US Security Clearance
Preferred
Bachelor's Degree (in Mechanical, Aerospace, or related Engineering discipline) is preferred
Proven experience in linear, nonlinear, and dynamic structural analysis supporting design and qualification of solid rocket motors
Proficiency with FEA tools such as ANSYS Mechanical; experience with ANSYS MAPDL or Python scripting is highly desirable
Familiarity with structural assessment and design of filament-wound composite pressure vessels is a strong asset
Demonstrated ability to interpret aerospace structural requirements and coordinate load development with cross-functional teams
Exposure to full lifecycle aerospace SRM propulsion product development, from design through manufacturing and test
Company
L3Harris Technologies
L3Harris Technologies provides platform management system solutions for armed forces.
10001+ employees
Funding
Current Stage
Public CompanyTotal Funding
$2.25B2024-03-27Post Ipo Debt· $2.25B
1978-01-13IPO
Leadership Team
Tania Hanna
Vice President Government & Customer Relations
Chip Teets
Senior Director, International Programs, Products & Technology
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