General Atomics · 15 hours ago
Loads, Dynamics, and Stress Analysis Engineer
Kaysville, UT
Full-time
Onsite
Senior Level
$96K/yr - $172K/yr
7+ years expGeneral Atomics Systems Integration, LLC (GA-SI) is a provider of military and commercial engineering services. The Loads, Dynamics, and Stress Analysis Engineer will be responsible for performing structural analysis of aircraft components and supporting the development of structural test plans and data analysis.
EnergyEnergy EfficiencyManufacturingWireless
No H1B
Security Clearance RequiredU.S. Citizen Only
Responsibilities
Responsible for performing structural analysis (static and dynamic) of aircraft components, assemblies, test fixtures and systems while working in an integrated team
Performs Finite Element Analysis of metallic structures by utilizing computer analysis methods and classical hand-calculation methods. Analysis may include stress, stability, high and low cycle fatigue, damage tolerance, fracture analysis, random vibration, shock, development of loads from time histories, etc
Supports the development of structural test plans, instrumentation requirements, on-site testing, and test data analysis
Assignments are normally outlined in terms of overall objectives and anticipated results. Work is reviewed at milestones or at completion for adequacy in meeting objectives
Documents findings, communicates results to engineering staff and makes technical presentations as required. May coordinate segments of a specific project and may have frequent inter- organization and customer contact on difficult technical issues
Provides documentation and makes technical presentations as required
Communicates effectively and professionally in all interactions through both written and verbal methods
Plans for future applications of solutions based on new developments in engineering technology and approaches
Maintains strict confidentiality of sensitive information
Responsible for observing all laws, regulations and other applicable obligations wherever and whenever business is conducted on behalf of General Atomics. Expected to work in a safe manner in accordance with established operating procedures and practices
Performs other duties as assigned
Qualification
Required
Typically requires a bachelors degree, masters degree or PhD in engineering or a related technical discipline from an accredited institution and progressive engineering experience as follows; nine or more years of experience with a bachelors degree, seven or more years of experience with a masters degree, or four or more years with a PhD. May substitute equivalent engineering experience in lieu of education
Must have a complete understanding of engineering concepts, principles, codes, and theory; experience demonstrating a broad application of those concepts; and, expanding knowledge of principles, concepts, theory, and practices in related technical specialties, while ensuring safety and regulatory compliance
Must be familiar with stress, dynamics, and vibration analysis of metal structures. Composite material behavior and laminate theory is also desired
Finite Element Analysis experience with tools such as ANSYS, ABAQUS, or FEMAP/NASTRAN
Must possess the ability to understand new concepts quickly, apply them accurately throughout an evolving environment, organize, schedule, and coordinate work phases, and determine the appropriate approach at the task or project level to provide solutions to a range of complex problems
Must have excellent communication, computer, documentation, presentation, and interpersonal skills, ability to work independently and as part of a team
May be asked to lead a team of less experienced professional employees on semi-routine tasks
Able to work extended hours as required
Ability to obtain and maintain DoD Security Clearance is required
Preferred
A working knowledge of FAA and Mil-Spec airworthiness requirements
Company
General Atomics
General Atomics is a defense and technology company specializing in research and technology development.
10001+ employees
Funding
Current Stage
Late StageTotal Funding
$6.76MKey Investors
US Department of Energy
2023-08-14Grant
2023-05-09Grant
2022-09-19Grant
Leadership Team
Wayne Solomon
Vice President, Magnetic Fusion Energy
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