The Mechanical Engineering Organization seeks an Engineer Systems Modeling & Simulation - Level 2/3 at the Chandler, AZ facility.
Essential Functions:
- Develop environments such as random vibration, shock, and acoustics related to launch vehicle operations
- Perform analyses using appropriate classical and computer aided techniques and prepare results for oral presentations, and written reports.
- Perform random vibration and/or shock analysis
- Build finite element and/or statistical energy analysis models for use in dynamic simulations
- Generate dynamics test requirements and overall qualification test approach for avionics components and secondary structures
- Execute vibration and shock testing from start-to-finish: pre-test analysis, sensor selection and installation, testing, data analysis, model correlation, and report generation)
- Analyze acceleration and pressure time history data from ground test and flight for use in vibroacoustic analyses
- Provide dynamic design guidelines and requirements to mechanical designers in early phases of hardware development
Basic Qualifications for Level 2:
- Bachelor's degree in a STEM discipline (Science, Technology, Engineering or Math) with 2 years of related engineering experience; OR a Master’s degree in STEM with 0 years of related engineering experience
- Ability to obtain a US Government Secret security clearance
- In-depth knowledge of vibration theory, structural dynamics, rigid body dynamics, and finite element methods
Basic Qualifications for Level 3:
- Bachelor's degree in a STEM discipline (Science, Technology, Engineering or Math) with 5 years of related engineering experience; OR a Master’s degree in STEM with 3 years of related engineering experience, or a PhD in STEM with 1 years of related engineering experience
- Ability to obtain a US Government Secret security clearance
- In-depth knowledge of vibration theory, structural dynamics, rigid body dynamics, and finite element methods
Preferred Qualifications:
- Active US Government Secret security clearance, or higher at the time of application
- Bachelors, Master's in Mechanical, or Aerospace Engineering
- Proficiency in FEA software, preferably NASTRAN , ABAQUS, or Femap
- Proficiency in MATLAB or Python
- Ability to apply fundamental analytical techniques and prepare written analyses
- Experience with modal test, modal analysis, or explicit dynamics/FEA
- Familiarity with Linux
Skills Required
- Bachelor's degree in a STEM discipline (Level 2: with 2 years related experience) or equivalent Master's/PhD experience as listed
- For Level 3: Bachelor's with 5 years related experience or Master's with 3 years or PhD with 1 year
- Ability to obtain a US Government Secret security clearance
- In-depth knowledge of vibration theory, structural dynamics, rigid body dynamics, and finite element methods
- Perform random vibration and/or shock analysis and build finite element and/or statistical energy analysis models
- Execute vibration and shock testing end-to-end: pre-test analysis, sensor selection/installation, testing, data analysis, model correlation, report generation
- Analyze acceleration and pressure time history data from ground test and flight for vibroacoustic analyses
- Generate dynamics test requirements and overall qualification test approach for avionics components and secondary structures
- Proficiency in FEA software (preferably NASTRAN, ABAQUS, or Femap)
- Proficiency in MATLAB or Python
- Familiarity with Linux
- Experience with modal test, modal analysis, or explicit dynamics/FEA
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Retirement Support — 401(k) matching is considered strong, with additional defined-benefit coverage for certain cohorts and options like catch-up contributions. Retirement programs are repeatedly highlighted as a core strength of the total rewards.
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Leave & Time Off Breadth — PTO, company-paid holidays, and compressed work schedules (such as 9/80) provide meaningful time away and flexibility. These scheduling options are cited as a major quality-of-life benefit across many locations.
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Parental & Family Support — Paid parental leave alongside caregiver leave, adoption assistance, and back-up care supports a range of family needs. These programs have been expanded recently, signaling continued investment in family support.
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