# Senior Structural Analysis Engineer

Hiring organization: [BlackSky](https://career.thegoodapps.co/organizations/blacksky)

Canonical page: https://career.thegoodapps.co/jobs/af96e02c-75d8-438b-8992-db6f22328d0e

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

- Employment type: full time
- Seniority: Senior
- Location: Tukwila, WA
- Salary: 130000 – 150000 USD per year

## Summary

BlackSky is looking for a structural engineer to develop and test finite element models of satellites, managing analysis from component through full-system level and coordinating with launch providers. The role suits experienced aerospace engineers who want to contribute to rapid satellite development with hands-on involvement in both analysis and test activities.

_Our summary, not BlackSky's wording._

## Skills named

Finite Element Analysis (FEA), MATLAB, Microsoft Excel, Python

## Required

- Bachelor of Science in Aerospace Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, or similar discipline
- At least 6 years of professional structural analysis experience on spacecraft or launch vehicle structures
- Ability to set up and perform structural analysis on satellite components and integrated assemblies
- Experience performing static, modal, and vibration analyses
- Proficiency with NASTRAN analysis software
- Proficiency with Femap/Patran pre- and post-processors
- U.S. citizen or authorized to work under ITAR regulations

## Nice to have

- Experience working in vibration test labs including instrumentation and GSE design
- Experience developing analysis and test results processing tools using Excel, MATLAB, or Python

Apply on BlackSky's site: https://boards.greenhouse.io/blacksky/jobs/8432144002?gh_jid=8432144002