# Sr. Structural Analysis Engineer

Hiring organization: [Terran Orbital](https://career.thegoodapps.co/organizations/terran-orbital)

Canonical page: https://career.thegoodapps.co/jobs/041926b8-8b7b-4dc0-b579-ea6e924b1fe4

Listed on Terran Orbital's own careers site. Applications go to them directly.

- Employment type: full time
- Seniority: Senior
- Location: Irvine, CA
- Salary: 105000 – 155000 USD per year

## Summary

This senior structural engineer role focuses on designing and analyzing spacecraft structures from concept through testing and production at a satellite manufacturer. The position suits experienced aerospace engineers comfortable with finite element analysis, vibration testing, and collaboration across multiple engineering disciplines.

_Our summary, not Terran Orbital's wording._

## Skills named

Digital Signal Processing, Finite Element Analysis (FEA), SolidWorks

## Required

- Bachelor's or Master's degree in Mechanical Engineering, Aerospace Engineering, or related field
- Minimum 5 years structural analysis experience in space, aerospace, or similar sectors
- Experience with Nastran and Patran
- Experience with vibration and shock testing of aerospace or space-grade equipment
- Familiarity with relevant military or NASA standards
- Hands-on test planning and execution experience
- Understanding of launch vehicle loads and spacecraft systems implications
- Proficiency with SolidWorks or equivalent CAD software
- Strong communication and presentation skills
- Process-driven approach to analysis and testing
- U.S. Citizenship with ability to obtain and maintain DoD security clearance

## Nice to have

- Master of Science degree in Mechanical or Aerospace Engineering with solid mechanics focus
- Experience with random, sine, and SRS vibration testing and data acquisition
- Production environment experience in aerospace or space industry
- MSC tools experience (MSC Apex, Adams, Marc)
- HALT or HASS methodologies knowledge
- Familiarity with Data Physics LE-2016 shaker table operation
- Understanding of MIL and NASA test standards

Apply on Terran Orbital's site: https://job-boards.greenhouse.io/terranorbitalcorporation/jobs/4377944009