Senior Structural Analyst, Space

Anduril Industries

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Work type
On-site
Location
Costa Mesa, CA
Salary
$146,000–$194,000 / yr
Posted
68 days ago
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About Anduril Industries

Anduril Industries is a defense technology company that builds advanced hardware and software systems for national security, including autonomous drones, surveillance systems, and the Lattice AI command platform.

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TL;DR · Senior Structural Analyst, Space

As a Senior Structural Analyst, Space, you will join the Space team to support new space hardware programs from concept through launch. You will be responsible for quantifying load cases, performing stress analysis using first-order and advanced methods, and developing computational models to predict dynamic environments, deformation, and fatigue life. Your daily work involves executing hand calculations and creating analytical models in MATLAB or Python to inform design decisions. You will also manage structural testing, including static, dynamic, shock, and fatigue tests, while correlating model data to results. The role requires proficiency in CAD tools like NX or Solidworks, and experience with FEA software such as ANSYS, Abaqus, or NASTRAN. This position addresses the technical challenges of space domain awareness and command and control by ensuring hardware integrity within complex orbital environments.

What you'll do

  • Support space hardware programs from initial concept through launch as a dedicated structural analyst.
  • Quantify and document load cases and environmental conditions for space systems.
  • Perform stress analysis to determine the strength, life, and safety margins of components.
  • Develop computational models and simulations to predict dynamic environments, deformation, and fatigue life.
  • Execute hand calculations and MATLAB/Python scripts to inform design decisions before detailed analysis.
  • Support the execution of physical tests including static, dynamic, shock, and fatigue testing.
  • Correlate model predictions with actual test data to validate engineering assumptions.
  • Prepare technical reports and present findings to internal teams and external customers.

What we're looking for

  • Bachelor's degree or higher in engineering or applied physics with a focus on structures.
  • Deep understanding of statics, dynamics, mechanics of materials, and material properties.
  • Experience using CAD tools such as NX or Solidworks.
  • Proficiency in MATLAB or Python for analytical modeling, data acquisition, and automation.
  • Ability to obtain and maintain an active U.S. security clearance (Top Secret preferred).
  • Preferred: Master's degree or higher in engineering or applied physics with a focus on structures.
  • Preferred: 7+ years of experience in a structures, dynamics, or loads related role.
  • Preferred: Experience with FEA software like ANSYS, Abaqus, or NASTRAN for static and dynamic analyses.

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