Ground Loads Engineer, Air Vehicles

The role

This person will develop ground structural dynamics analyses for air vehicles and systems. They will maintain multi-body dynamics models and collaborate with design engineers on landing gear and arresting hook systems.

What you will do

• Develop ground structural dynamics analyses for air vehicles and systems
• Develop multi-variate and Monte Carlo analysis cases
• Maintain integrated multi-body dynamics models
• Generate ground loads data in accordance with specifications
• Collaborate with design engineers on landing gear and arresting hook system design
• Prepare detailed technical reports and present findings
• Develop test plans and perform landing gear and arresting hook dynamics testing
• Define instrumentation and perform data processing for ground dynamics data acquisition

Required qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in engineering or applied physics with a focus in structural dynamics
• 5+ years of experience in a structures, dynamics, or loads related role
• Deep understanding of statics, dynamics, solid mechanics, materials science, finite element analysis, and dynamic testing
• Proficiency in the use of multi-body dynamics software
• Proficiency in the use of FEMAP, Nastran, or similar
• Proficiency in Matlab, Python, or similar
• Self-directed, results oriented, and capable of working in a dynamic environment
• Excellent time management, organizational, and communication skills
• Eligible to obtain and maintain an active U.S. Secret security clearance

Nice to have

• Prior experience developing landing gear ground loads or structural compliance per MIL-A-8863, JSSG-2006, or similar
• Prior experience with Navy shore and ship based ground/flight testing as landing gear loads
• Ability to develop workflow automation tools
• Structural or dynamics testing experience

Benefits

• Comprehensive, competitive benefits package available at little to no cost to employees

Before you apply

• Eligible to obtain and maintain an active U.S. Secret security clearance
• Consent to pre-employment risk, integrity, and due diligence screening

About the company

Anduril Industries is a defense technology company with a mission to transform U.S. and allied military capabilities with advanced technology. Their systems are powered by Lattice OS, an AI-powered operating system.