Structural Analyst II / Senior Structural Analyst I

NEUTRON  

Neutron is a medium lift launch vehicle capable of delivering the mega constellations of tomorrow, high assurance payloads, and human spaceflight. As a highly reusable launch platform, Neutron will deliver a highly cost-effective and reliable launch solution leveraging Rocket Lab’s proven execution history with the Electron program. If you’re interested in joining a high performing team and pushing the boundaries of humanity with a clean sheet, reusable launch vehicle, this is your opportunity! 

STRUCTURAL ANALYST II / SENIOR STRUCTURAL ANALYST I

The Senior Structural Analyst II / Senior Structural Analyst I position is based out of Rocket Lab's headquarters in Long Beach, CA. The candidate will support a high performing team of propulsion engineers with a broad range of expertise covering rocket engine combustion devices, turbomachinery, and other hardware. You will support the Neutron program and Propulsion department with solutions to tough technical problems and drive the vehicle design using analytical methods. 

Please note: this position can be hired at the Structural Analyst II or Senior Structural Analyst I level. 

WHAT YOU’LL GET TO DO:  

• Create system, subassemblies, and individual parts analytical models. 
• Perform multiphysics structural, thermal, vibration, fatigue, and fracture analyses. 
• Collaborate with the design team to finalize hardware designs to meet vehicle requirements 
• Generate and maintain clear documentation of all performed analyses, including inputs, methods, and results to ensure proper communication during hardware reviews and qualification. 
• Support stage, engine and sub-system testing through data review and provide recommendations based on data and analysis 
• Develop standard practices for structural analysis and common hand calculations to expedite hardware development. 
• Provide continued direction to the engineering team on highest value analysis and results deliverable schedule as the program evolves. 

QUALIFICATIONS YOU’LL BRING AS STRUCTURAL ANALYST II:   

• Bachelor’s degree in mechanical engineering, aerospace engineering or related field 
• 2+ years of experience performing thermal, structural and vibration analysis for aerospace hardware. 
• Strong foundation with thermal, structural, vibration and life assessment analysis best practices. 
• Strong foundation on ductile and brittle material failure theories. 
• Prior experience instrumenting hardware using strain gauges, thermocouples, and accelerometers to anchor FEM results. 
• Proficient using ANSYS Workbench and NASGRO. 
• Proficient using one or more of the following programming languages: Python, Matlab, VBA, and/or C++ 

QUALIFICATIONS YOU’LL BRING AS SENIOR STRUCTURAL ANALYST I:

• Bachelor’s degree in mechanical engineering, aerospace engineering or related field 
• 5+ years of experience performing thermal, structural and vibration analysis for aerospace hardware. 
• Strong foundation with thermal, structural, vibration and life assessment analysis best practices. 
• Strong foundation on ductile and brittle material failure theories. 
• Prior experience instrumenting hardware using strain gauges, thermocouples, and accelerometers to anchor FEM results. 
• Proficient using ANSYS Workbench and NASGRO. 
• Proficient using one or more of the following programming languages: Python, Matlab, VBA, and/or C++ 

THESE QUALIFICATIONS WOULD BE NICE TO HAVE:  

• Graduate degree with 6+ years of experience 
• Familiarity with liquid engine qualification and certification using NASA-STDs 5012, 5019 
• Prior experience analyzing rocket engine combustion devices and turbo pump components. 
• Experience with supporting failure investigations 
• Experience with additive materials part design and analysis 
• Experience working in a fast-paced development program 

 ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS: 

• Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and the ability to focus.   
• Regularly required to sit, use hands and fingers, operate computer keyboard and controls, and communicate verbally and in writing.  
• Must be physically able to commute to buildings 
• Occasional exposure to dust, fumes and moderate levels of noise.