[Remote] Senior Engineer, Structural Analysis (R5173)

Note: The job is a remote job and is open to candidates in USA. Shield AI is a venture-backed defense-tech company focused on protecting service members and civilians with intelligent systems. They are seeking a Senior Engineer, Structural Analysis to support the structural analysis and testing of advanced UAVs, collaborating with various engineering teams to ensure the structural integrity of high-performance aircraft.

Responsibilities

• Assist in building and refining finite element models (FEM) to evaluate the structural performance of UAV components
• Perform static, modal, fatigue, and vibration analyses to assess stress, deformation, and durability
• Conduct hand calculations to validate FEA results, ensuring accuracy and structural reliability
• Work with design engineers to optimize airframe structures, balancing weight, strength, and manufacturability
• Support the development of test plans for structural validation, including quasi-static, vibration, and shock testing
• Analyze flight telemetry and structural test data to improve modeling accuracy and correlate predictions with real-world performance
• Assist in defining load cases, material properties, and design margins for UAV airframe and mechanical components
• Document and present structural analysis reports and technical recommendations to engineering teams
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure structural requirements align with system performance goals
• Contribute to the continuous improvement of structural analysis methodologies, tools, and best practices

Skills

• B.S. in Mechanical Engineering, Aerospace Engineering, or related field
• 5+ years of experience in structural analysis, finite element modeling, or aircraft loads analysis
• Experience with FEA tools (ANSYS, NASTRAN, HyperWorks, or similar)
• Strong ability to perform hand calculations for structural strength, stability, and fatigue analysis
• Knowledge of composite materials and lightweight aerospace structures
• Familiarity with mechanical testing methods (static, vibration, and fatigue)
• Proficiency with data analysis tools (Excel, MATLAB, Python, or similar)
• Strong problem-solving skills, attention to detail, and ability to work in a team environment
• Ability to get a S//SAR level security clearance desired
• Master's degree in Mechanical or Aerospace Engineering
• Experience in aircraft structural design, UAV airframe development, or aerospace testing
• Hands-on experience with structural testing, modal analysis, or composite modeling
• Exposure to CAD software (NX, SolidWorks) and PLM tools (Teamcenter or similar)
• Understanding of aerospace industry standards, structural certification processes, and material selection

Benefits

• Bonus
• Benefits
• Equity
• Temporary benefits package (applicable after 60 days of employment)

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