Home
/
Comprehensive
/
Spacecraft Structural Engineer
Spacecraft Structural Engineer-March 2024
Colorado Springs
Mar 27, 2026
About Spacecraft Structural Engineer

  The Aerospace Corporation is the trusted partner to the nation's spaceprograms, solving the hardest problems and providing unmatched technicalexpertise. As the operator of a federally funded research and developmentcenter (FFRDC), we are broadly engaged across all aspects of space-delivering innovative solutions that span satellite, launch, ground, andcyber systems for defense, civil and commercial customers. When you join ourteam, you'll be part of a special collection of problem solvers, thoughtleaders, and innovators. Join us and take your place in space.

  At Aerospace, we are committed to providing an inclusive and diverseworkplace for all employees to share in our common passion and aspiration - tocarry out a mission much bigger than ourselves.

  Job Summary

  The Vehicle Systems Division (VSD) sits at the center of the ideas anddata behind current and future systems supplying innovative research anddevelopment; technical evaluations during the acquisition process;conceptual and detailed design; assembly, integration, and test; andoperational support. Comprised primarily of highly-trained mechanical andaerospace engineers, VSD provides national expertise in the areas of vehicleengineering; guidance, navigation, and controls; robotics;electro-mechanical devices; embedded systems; fluid mechanics;propulsion; thermal control; orbital mechanics; mechanisms;structures; structural dynamics; and dynamic environments.

  The Space Structures Section is part of the Structures Department within theStructural Mechanics Subdivision of VSD.The section has insight into theadditively manufactured, metallic, and composite structures beingdeveloped across the industry for the next generation of spacecraft vehiclesand payloads and develops technical assessments to help inform governmentcustomer decisions. Our team is seeking a Spacecraft Structural Engineer witha strong foundation in solid mechanics coursework to include both handcalculations and finite element analysis techniques, a passion for the spaceindustry, and a desire to apply their expertise and creativity to help solvea variety of technical challenges.

  Work Model

  This is a full-time position, nominally based in El Segundo, CA,offering a hybrid work model that combines regular onsite work and remoteflexibility as the business needs allow. Additional locations to consider areChantilly, VA, Colorado Springs, CO or Albuquerque, NM.

  What You'll Be Doing

  Resolve design and test issues/anomalies/challenges via detailedstructural analyses of spacecraft and payloads including the core busstructure, bolted or bonded joint concepts, appendages, opticalsystems, booms, solar arrays, and deployables.

  Offer technical consultation to management, customers, contractors, andgovernment organizations in formulating and assessing test plans,procedures, objectives, and success criteria.

  Develop and assess design and analysis criteria, requirements, andspecifications for space structures.

  Contribute to the development and execution of test programs fordevelopment, qualification, and acceptance of space structures.

  Improve agility of the mission assurance process in assessing the structuralintegrity and survivability of space structures.

  Maintain state-of-the-art skills in activities related to design,evaluation, and testing of space structures. Skills include expertise instructural mechanics analysis techniques, failure criteria, compositedesign criteria, fracture and fatigue, damage tolerance, conceptideation and development, and advanced finite element analysis methods.

  Communicate with both inter-organizational personnel, program offices, andcustomers when necessary to scope, plan, and resolve technical issues.

  -Coordinate with technical experts at contractor facilities to address andresolve concerns.

  Work within interdisciplinary teams to address cross-disciplinary iss es.

  Keep management and customers informed of emerging risks.

  This position is available as a Senior Member of Technical Staff orEngineering Specialist

  What You Need to be Successful

  Minimum Requirements:

  SeniorMember of Technical Staff

  Bachelor's degree in a STEM field or... For full info follow application link.

  The Aerospace Corporation is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Actionemployer. We believe that a diverse workforce creates an environment in whichunique ideas are developed and differing perspectives are valued, producingsuperior customer solutions. All qualified applicants will receiveconsideration foremployment and will not be discriminated against on the basis of race,age, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, and related medicalconditions), sexual orientation, gender, gender identity orexpression, color, religion, genetic information, marital status,

Comments
Welcome to zdrecruit comments! Please keep conversations courteous and on-topic. To fosterproductive and respectful conversations, you may see comments from our Community Managers.
Sign up to post
Sort by
Show More Comments
SIMILAR JOBS
software engineer in test
...
Phlebotomist
html: $component.getFieldValue($data) id=descriptionInt-value formfieldid=descriptionInt Our UPMC Hamot laboratory team is excited for your consideration to join our growing team of healthcare profes
Human Resources Supervisor - R01126881
Job Description: Job Tittle Human Resource Supervisor Collaborate with Innovative 3Mers Around the World Choosing where to start and grow your career has a major impact on your professional and perso
Shift Lead
Job Description: Opens and closes the store in the absence of store management, including all required systems start-ups, required cash handling, and ensuring the floor and stock room are ready for t
Local Delivery Driver
Local Delivery Driver (Open) Location:Grand Junction, CO - Filling industrial How will you CONTRIBUTE and GROW? As the face of our company, the Local Delivery Driver is responsible forsafely and effi
Cloud Software Engineer
Job Description About the team: The Oracle Cloud Infrastructure (OCI)/Cloud Engineering Infrastructure provides you the opportunity to build and operate a suite of massive-scale, integrated cloud ser
Accountant
...
Air Quality Engineer 4
36706BR Requisition ID: 36706BR Business Unit: TSU Job Description: We are currently seeking a Mid-level Air Quality Engineer to support a wide variety of projects. We will consider applicants on the
Process Engineer/Technician
NY1484084 Process Engineer/Technician. Full time for Acorn Products Corp. in Ilion, NY. SUMMARY:*The ideal candidate will be able to effectively lead our current process team to increase efficiency a
Student Access Coordinator
Student Access Coordinator   olStudent Access Coordinator   LOCATION: W.A. Lettinga Campus - Grand Rapids, Michigan*   * This position is an in person position   DEPARTMENT: Campus Life   TARGET PAY:
Copyright 2023-2026 - www.zdrecruit.com All Rights Reserved