Engineer II, Structural Analysis (R4952)

Shield AI busca un Ingeniero II de Análisis Estructural para apoyar el análisis estructural y las pruebas de UAVs avanzados. En este rol, trabajarás en estrecha colaboración con ingenieros mecánicos, de sistemas, de propulsión y aeroespaciales para garantizar la integridad estructural de aeronaves ligeras y de alto rendimiento. Contribuirás al diseño, análisis, pruebas y optimización de estructuras y componentes del fuselaje, asegurando que cumplan con los requisitos de rendimiento, peso y seguridad.

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.

Requirements

• B.S. in Mechanical Engineering, Aerospace Engineering, or related field.
• 2+ 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.

Nice to have

• 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

• Full-time regular employee offer package:
• Pay within range listed + Bonus + Benefits + Equity
• Temporary employee offer package:
• Pay within range listed above + temporary benefits package (applicable after 60 days of employment)
• Salary compensation is influenced by a wide array of factors including but not limited to skill set, level of experience, licenses and certifications, and specific work location. All offers are contingent on a cleared background and possible reference check. Military fellows and part-time employees are not eligible for benefits. Please speak to your talent acquisition representative for more information.