SpaceX Loads and Dynamics Engineer at SpaceX analyzes and tests dynamic loads and vibrations on Starlink satellites during transportation, launch, and on-orbit operation. Responsible for finite element modeling, test planning, and data processing.
Responsibilities
Resolve dynamics problems through analysis and test
Execute dynamic testing from start to finish including pre-test analysis, sensor selection & installation, testing, data analysis, signal processing and model correlation
Build finite element models
Perform analyses using commercial and in-house codes as well as write new code
Perform other analyses that improve products including, but not limited to, satellite brightness, stress analyses, and fatigue analysis
Qualification
Bachelor's degree in physicsExperience with NASTRANADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS
Required
Bachelor's degree in physics, mathematics, or an engineering discipline
Preferred
1+ years of professional experience with dynamics
Hands-on experience either analyzing data or building hardware
Experience with vibration and shock testing
Experience with NASTRAN
Finite element modeling experience (use of FEMAP)
Working knowledge of structural analysis and test, including a fundamental understanding of strength, stability and fatigue failure mechanisms
