Ground Loads Engineer, Air Vehicles

Costa Mesa, CA (OC-00)full time

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$132k–$175k

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Anduril Industries Ground Loads Engineer responsible for developing structural loads analysis and conducting aeroelastic studies for air vehicles. This role involves generating flight loads data and collaborating on structural optimization strategies.

Responsibilities

Develop structural loads analysis for multiple air vehicles and systems to ensure structural integrity under various flight and ground conditions
Generate and maintain integrated dynamics FEMs for multiple vehicles for use in loads derivation, aeroelastic flutter and other analyses
Conduct aeroelastic and aeroservoelastic studies to predict and verify aircraft behavior
Conduct flutter analysis to inform vehicle design and ensure flight safety
Generate flight loads data in accordance with MIL and FAR specifications, such as FAR 23, 25, JSSG-2006, and other relevant standards
Collaborate with design engineers to develop structural optimization strategies based on loads analysis results
Prepare detailed technical reports and present findings to internal teams, management, and external customers
Develop and perform dynamics testing, including vibration testing, modal testing, GVT, etc.
Define instrumentation and perform data processing for flight loads data acquisition

Qualification

5+ years of experience in a structuresDeep understanding of staticsProficiency in the use of FEMAPProficiency in MatlabSelf-directedExcellent time management$132

Required

Bachelor’s degree in engineering or applied physics with a focus in structures
5+ years of experience in a structures, dynamics or loads related role with high ownership and accountability for hardware outcomes
Deep understanding of statics, dynamics, solid mechanics, materials science, finite element analysis and dynamic testing
Proficiency in the use of FEMAP, Nastran or similar
Proficiency in Matlab, Python, or similar for developing analytical models, data acquisition and automation
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

Preferred

A prior focus on an aircraft flight loads, aeroelastic or flutter analysis (including transonic, supersonic or hypersonic flight), ground loads, or noise and vibration
Ability to develop workflow automation tools
Familiarity developing loads or structural compliance for JSSG-2006, FAR 23, 25, or similar
Structural or dynamics testing experience (system identification, sine, random, shock, flight) – sensor selection, data acquisition, data post-processing
$132,000—$175,000 USD
The salary range for this role is an estimate based on a wide range of compensation factors, inclusive of base salary only. Actual salary offer may vary based on (but not limited to) work experience, education and/or training, critical skills, and/or business considerations. Highly competitive equity grants are included in the majority of full time offers; and are considered part of Anduril's total compensation package. Additionally, Anduril offers top-tier benefits for full-time employees, including:

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